Senior Business Development Director (UK)

Who We Are

Verve has created a more efficient and privacy-focused way to buy and monetize advertising. Verve is an ecosystem of demand and supply technologies fusing data, media, and technology together to deliver results and growth to both advertisers and publishers–no matter the screen or location, no matter who, what, or where a customer is. With 30 offices across the globe and with an eye on servicing forward-thinking advertising customers, Verve’s solutions are trusted by more than 90 of the United States’ top 100 advertisers, 4,000 publishers globally, and the world’s top demand-side platforms. 

We are a warm, collaborative team and we are looking for someone who is passionate about digital media and ad tech.

Who You Are

Verve is looking for a Senior Business Development Director to join our sales team in the UK. If you're an experienced salesperson who is looking to advance your media sales career, we would love to speak with you! 

What You Will Do

• Build relationships with media agencies and brands in the UK

• Develop and maintain a sales pipeline and prospect database

• Break new business and grow existing partnerships with advertisers

• Work closely with the sales development team to engage prospects and generate meetings

• Collaborate with the media strategy and client services teams on campaign planning and execution

• Contribute to the company’s marketing strategies and product development

What You Will Bring

• You love digital media and advertising technology and you have an existing list of agency relationships

• You possess a high level of integrity and professionalism

• You love entertaining, talking to, and meeting new people

• You’re a natural overachiever who likes to set the bar high

• You’re a self-starter, passionate about learning, and are a natural problem solver

• You have strong organization skills and show great attention to detail

• You prioritize well, display a sense of urgency, and have no problem meeting deadlines

• You have a proven track record of strong performance, including breaking new business and exceeding quotas

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience and a proven track record in digital media sales

What We Offer

• Be part of a multicultural team that is bringing advertising to the next level

• You will learn and evolve in an empowering environment characterized by entrepreneurial actions

• Responsibility, independence, and an opportunity to participate in projects that have a significant impact on Verve’s success

• 3 Wellness days per year (in Q1, Q2 & Q3) and Employee Assistance Program to help you maintain your well-being 

• Enhance your professional skills with a yearly training budget and improve your language skills through German and/or English classes

• Work and Travel Program (monthly raffle after 2 years of employment)  

• We are eager to build a great team together and we appreciate your help through our Employee Referral Bonus 

• Align your interests with the company's success and take part in our Employee Shares Purchase Plan

• You will be entitled to 25 holidays per year in addition to any of the public/bank holidays

• Personalized Benefits Platform; with a budget of 50 GBP/month, you can choose the benefits that fit you best

• Corporate Pension Scheme

• Bupa Healthcare Plan

Verve provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.