pAt YouGov, we help some of the world's leading brands, media companies and agencies make better decisions through data, research and consumer intelligence. We are looking for a commercially driven and entrepreneurial Senior Sales Business Development to accelerate the growth of our business in Italy. /ppThe successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, developing and converting new business opportunities, acquiring new clients and expanding YouGov's presence across new sectors and industries. Working as part of a fast-growing, agile and international organization, you will combine strong sales capabilities with a consultative approach, helping clients leverage data, research and insights to drive better business decisions and growth. /ph3Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll do: /h3h3New Client Acquisition /h3pDevelop and manage a proactive pipeline of new business opportunities in the italian market. Build relationships with senior decision-makers across marketing, media, insights and commercial functions. Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting and solution design through negotiation and contract closure. Deliver against ambitious new business and revenue targets. /ph3Expanding YouGov’s Commercial Reach /h3pIdentify new industry verticals and market opportunities for YouGov. Develop sector-specific commercial strategies and value propositions. Monitor market trends, client challenges and competitive dynamics. Collaborate with internal teams to effectively position YouGov's capabilities. /ph3Consultative Selling /h3pMatch client needs with the most relevant YouGov data, research and insight solutions. Develop compelling proposals together with research and specialist teams. Present solutions confidently to senior stakeholders and decision-makers.



/ph3Thought Leadership Industry Representation /h3pRepresent YouGov at conferences, webinars, industry events and networking initiatives. Deliver engaging presentations to clients, prospects and industry audiences. Build relationships across the marketing, media, technology and insights ecosystem. /ph3Pipeline Commercial Management /h3pMaintain accurate pipeline and opportunity reporting through Salesforce. Monitor performance, forecast revenue and track conversion metrics. Develop account plans for strategic prospects and opportunities. /ph3Internal Collaboration Account Development /h3pWork closely with Research, Client Services, Operations and Product teams. Ensure a seamless transition from sales to delivery. Collaborate with international colleagues to leverage YouGov's global expertise. /ph3These are the essentials for having an interview: /h3ulli5 years of experience in Business Development, New Business Sales or B2B commercial roles. /liliProven track record of acquiring new clients and achieving commercial targets. /liliExperience selling consultative, data-driven, technology or professional service solutions. /liliBackground in media agencies, advertising sales houses, media owners, AdTech, MarTech, SaaS, data or insights businesses is strongly preferred. /liliExperience within an international or multinational environment is a plus. /liliStrong prospecting, hunting and relationship-building capabilities. /liliExcellent communication,



presentation and negotiation skills, having the ability to engage confidently with senior and C-level stakeholders. /liliConsultative, solution-oriented and commercially minded approach. /liliStrong ownership, entrepreneurial mindset and public speaking abilities. /liliItalian and English full professional proficiency; additional European languages are a plus. /li /ulh3What success looks like: /h3ulliConsistent acquisition of new clients and revenue growth. /liliA healthy pipeline with strong conversion rates. /liliExpansion into new sectors and market opportunities. /liliIncreased visibility and positioning of YouGov within the Italian market. /liliMeaningful contribution to the long-term growth of the business. /li /ulpIf you are a driven business developer who thrives on creating opportunities, opening doors, and converting prospects into long-term partnerships, this is the role for you. We are looking for someone who combines commercial ambition with intellectual curiosity and can confidently engage senior decision-makers on complex business challenges, positioning innovative solutions that deliver real value. Most importantly, you are energized by the opportunity to join a fast-growing, agile, and internationally recognized organization where your contributions will have a direct and visible impact. Here, your ideas, initiative, and results will help shape the future of the business from day one. /ppThe remuneration package includes a base salary in the range of Eur35k-45k per annum. /ph3Why join YouGov? /h3pJoin our global team to help us achieve our social mission: to make millions of people’s opinions heard for the agevolazioni of our local, national, and international communities. Understanding diversity of

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