# Business Development Representative, German speaker [Proofpoint](https://www.jorb.ai/firms/proofpoint.md) · London · United Kingdom · [Sales & Marketing](https://www.jorb.ai/jobs/sales-marketing.md) Proofpoint is hiring a Business Development Representative, German speaker in London. Posted 2026-07-16; applications close 2026-10-21. **Apply**: https://proofpoint.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/proofpointcareers/job/London-England/Business-Development-Representative--German-speaker_R14286 Posted 2mo ago. ## Role details ## About Us Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. ## How We Work At Proofpoint, you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity, guided by our BRAVE core values: - **Bold** in how we dream and innovate - **Responsive** to feedback, challenges, and opportunities - **Accountable** for results and best-in-class outcomes - **Visionary** in future-focused problem-solving - **Exceptional** in execution and impact ## The Role Proofpoint is seeking a highly motivated and energetic individual to join our Business Development team to generate qualified sales opportunities for our Commercial Sales team covering the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland). As part of the Business Development team, you will work closely with regional sales and marketing teams to generate sales accepted leads through multiple channels, combining inbound (lead follow-up) and outbound (prospecting) activities. As a Business Development Representative, you will gather intelligence and develop a deep understanding of your assigned accounts. You will then use this intelligence to connect our sales team with influencers and decision-makers within prospect accounts across all vertical markets. You will also work closely with Account Management and Marketing to define and execute a successful account-based sales strategy for the DACH region. ## Your Day-to-Day - Qualify and develop inbound and outbound sales accepted leads and respond to product inquiries - Gather actionable intelligence (competition, projects, purchase intent, etc.) for the accounts you are responsible for - Follow up on leads generated by marketing and convert initial interest into sales accepted leads - Manage email campaigns to generate new sales prospects - Manage cold-calling telephone campaigns to generate new sales prospects - Maintain accurate tracking of communication with current and potential customers in Salesforce.com - Schedule product demonstrations between Sales team members and potential customers ## What You Bring To The Team - Highly motivated, competitive personality, and strong attention to detail - Previous experience with solutions that can be deployed in private or public clouds is a plus - Experience working with Salesforce.com or other CRM is a bonus - Excellent phone and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written), as well as strong organizational skills - Previous experience working and succeeding in a goal-driven environment is preferred - Fluent German and English language skills required ## Why Proofpoint? Proofpoint offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Benefits include: - Competitive compensation - Comprehensive benefits - Career success on your terms - Flexible work environment - Annual wellness and community outreach days - Always-on recognition for your contributions - Global collaboration and networking opportunities ## Our Culture Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose, and drive success every day for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com. ## How to Apply Submit your application along with any supporting information. ## Applying to this role This Business Development Representative, German speaker role at Proofpoint runs through the firm's own careers portal and expects a CV and cover letter written specifically for the posting, not a portable submission carried across firms. Jorb AI's application agent tailors a CV and cover letter from your background to this posting and tracks the role alongside the rest of your applications. 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