Business Development Manager (Nordics)

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Business Development Manager to drive new‑business acquisition and expand our presence across Finland and the wider Nordic region. You will work within SAMY’s global powerhouse, leveraging advanced sales strategies to build long‑term client relationships and support the company’s growth objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities through targeted outreach, networking and strategic prospecting.
• Lead the full consultative sales cycle from initial contact and needs analysis to negotiation and closing.
• Collaborate with internal teams to co‑create strategic proposals and winning pitches for prospective clients.
• Work closely with the Kurio team and the broader international sales network to align efforts and share best practices.

Required profile

• Proven track record in B2B sales, especially new‑business acquisition and strategic account development.
• Experience within marketing, communication or creative agencies.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation abilities, comfortable engaging C‑level decision‑makers.
• Self‑driven, proactive, with strong teamwork and project‑management capabilities.
• Fluency in English and Finnish; additional languages such as Swedish are a strong asset.

Required skills

• Advanced sales methodologies and tools.