Student Sales Assistant

Student Sales Assistant - German and Danish Markets

Work for one of the leading European advisories specialised in project financing

About Nordic Innovators

We are a rapidly growing R&D&I project financing advisory at both European and national levels, combining grant, tax incentives, debt, and equity financing. Headquartered in Copenhagen (Denmark), with 80+ professionals working from our offices in Denmark (Aarhus and Copenhagen), Spain (Malaga) and Norway (Bergen and Drammen). We are a trusted advisor to a large group of European companies and universities, working across multiple sectors and technology areas throughout the challenging capital raising process.

Since our inception in October 2013, we have grown quickly and established the Nordic Innovators brand as a market leader in our home markets in Norway and Denmark with regards to national and European grant, debt, and equity financing services. To date we have supported clients from 24 different countries and raised more than 2 billion in project financing.

We advise our clients throughout the entire project financing journey, from identification of the optimal financing strategy to full project implementation and following project administration and compliance. Our success has given us a stellar reputation with multinational corporates, deep tech scaleups, and renowned European universities and research institutions.

Are you interested in joining our team of technical experts? Are you keen to take part in the latest innovations shaping a better future? Would you like to join a professional, fun, and dynamic team?

Job description

We are looking for highly motivated, German- or Danish-speaking Student Sales Assistants to join our team in Copenhagen, Denmark. Ideally you will be able to work 10-20 hours per week on a flexible basis, between the hours of 8:30am-5:00pm.

As a Sales Assistant, you will play a crucial role in building our client base in Germany or Denmark. You will research and engage with potential clients, generating leads and building a pipeline. You will collaborate closely with our Business Developers, providing support and bringing an understanding of the market and technology.

This job opportunity will facilitate your professional development, as we are a company focused on personal growth, knowledge sharing and employee development. You will work under the guidance of our Sales and Marketing team. Together they will help you to develop yourself while providing training, so that you become a successful member of our growing team.

Responsibilities

• Utilise various lead generation strategies to identify and engage potential clients in Germany or Denmark, initiating contact and scheduling meetings.
• Be the first point of contact with potential clients, building a strong relationship from the very beginning.
• Work closely with our Business Developers to build a pipeline of potential clients and bring them onboard.
• Perform regular market analysis, understanding who our potential clients are and the innovative projects they are working on.
• Assist the Sales and Marketing team with pre-sales tasks.
• Maintain regular communication with the team, maintaining up-to-date records, providing updates, and addressing any enquiries or concerns.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends and developments in innovation, funding opportunities, and your areas of expertise.
• Contribute to Nordic Innovators as a whole.

Candidate requirements

• Work permit in Denmark.
• German or Danish native speaker and fluency in English (C1 level written and spoken).
• Currently studying for a university degree (Bachelor´s or Master´s) in any subject.
• Experience working in a call centre or similar.
• Keen to develop experience in outbound sales, lead generation, and business development.
• Able to work independently with limited supervision and being proactive.
• A team player who contributes to the existing positive working environment.
• Excellent people and communication skills to build a positive connection and to communicate professionally with clients and co-workers.
• Client-focused and forward-centric mindset with the capacity to inspire others.
• Experience working with Microsoft 365.

What we offer

• You'll have an opportunity to work with great, innovative clients and help transform their ideas into reality.
• Competitive salary.
• Flexible working hours.
• Professional development and training.
• Work hybrid from our office in Copenhagen.
• Possibility to work with an international diverse group of fantastic and extremely driven people (over 25 nationalities), with backgrounds in science, business, and humanities.
• Team events and social activities.
• Trust, freedom, ownership, and responsibility.

How to apply?

Please submit your CV and cover letter via our careers portal. We reserve the right to close the role early if we receive a large number of applications.

Nordic Innovators is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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