Business Development Manager - France

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This position is available either in Rotterdam, Netherlands (this vacancy) or Paris, France (please click here for the vacancy in Paris).

MVRDV is looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager with deep knowledge of the French real estate market and architecture industry. You need to be a motivated self-starter and have confidence in taking ownership of several projects. You are an open-minded person who prefers to work in a team of real professionals. Last but not least, you are a sales rockstar and know how to manage client relationships. Does this sound like you?

The Business Development team

As a member of the Business Development team, we work together to find new projects across multiple markets for MVRDV, including through public tenders, private competitions, active research, and pitching. A typical day can consist of analysing potential projects and developments, liaising with the architectural teams, and producing project proposals. You will be active across many areas of architecture and urbanism - such as tender production, the design process and project delivery, market research, commercial proposals, and communication with several outside parties including consultants, public entities, and private clients. Because of this, you will gain extensive knowledge of architectural and urban development processes from the inside, while also getting a chance to practice your ability to sell ideas and buildings. You come with some experience in business development, communications, or perhaps as a designer within the architecture field – and are driven by winning new projects for MVRDV.

About MVRDV

Welcome to an open and collaborative environment, where bold ideas and diverse perspectives shape the future of architecture. Our culture is defined by curiosity, experimentation, and a strong social conscience - driving us to challenge conventions and design with impact. With a team of over 250 professionals comprising more than 40 nationalities, we foster a studio atmosphere that is inclusive, playful, and deeply committed to pushing boundaries in design and sustainability.

Job tasks and responsibilities

In short, you will be focusing on new business development opportunities for MVRDV. Here is a brief summary of tasks and responsibilities that you can expect:

• Identifying and researching markets for potential future business opportunities, analysing potential projects and developments

• Developing project proposals and tender documents (EOIs, RFQs, RFPs, Fee Proposals)

• Proactively managing relationships with existing and prospective clients.

• Liaising with our architectural teams

• Assembling project teams and liaising with potential consultants

• Organising and participating in business trips and networking events

• Actively supporting the Business Development team as a whole. Aiming to achieve broader goals and targets together with the team.

• You will join a team of talented business developers which is part of the Strategy and Development studio.

• Help maintain CRM database

• You will report directly to the Head of BD

• Higher professional (hbo) or university education (wo) in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture or Business Management. In case of the latter, demonstrable affinity with architecture is required.

• At least 3-5 years of professional experience in the building industry, with at least 1-3 years of experience in a similar position (e.g. Business Developer, Sales Manager, etc.).

• Creative and innovative skills.

• Experienced Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign), MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint user.

• Strong analytical capabilities.

• Understanding of architectural processes.

• Understanding of project development and/or conception.

• Graphic design skills and experience with creating diagrams and layouts will be highly valued.

• Excellent spoken and written French and English. Knowledge of other languages is an asset.

• Candidates authorised to work in France or the Netherlands are preferred.

This is what we offer you

At MVRDV, we believe in fostering talent and supporting growth. We offer:

• An exciting, international environment at one of the world's leading architecture practices - challenging and helping you to make the most of your talent.

• A competitive salary, determined by your skills, experience, and the collective agreement for staff employed in architecture (Architecten CAO), plus 8% holiday allowance.

• A personal development budget for learning and development.

• A travel allowance for your home-office commutes (NS-Business Card or KM-based).

• Automatic enrolment in the Architects Pension scheme (11% contribution by employees, 13.5% by MVRDV)

• A generous holiday allowance of 30 vacation days and up to 9 public holidays, based on full-time employment of 40 working hours per week.

• Our legendary summer and winter parties, together with regular excursions, studio trips, and the opportunity to join several sports teams.

• Opt-in to a subsidised, vegetarian office lunch at 4.30 EUR per day.

• A substantial contribution to an Urban Sports Club subscription.

• Unlimited access to OpenUp – an online mental well-being platform.

• An office inside a national monument, located in Rotterdam’s lively, central Blaak neighbourhood.

We’d love for you to join us

At MVRDV, we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that all employees and applicants are treated equally, regardless of gender, marital status, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and become part of our innovative team!