Commercial Development Executive

proSapient

. Activate users at newly signed clients from day one so the platform is used widely in their first year .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business development and demand generation within the private equity sector, with a strong ability to build relationships and drive user activation. Proficient in managing outreach campaigns and capturing market intelligence to support sales efforts.

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Business DevelopmentDemand GenerationPrivate Equity ExperienceCRM SystemsOutreach Campaigns

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Hard Skills

Client ActivationMarket MappingLead GenerationPipeline ManagementRelationship Building

Soft Skills

ConfidenceJudgementCommercial CuriosityCreativityStrong Organisation

Tools & Technologies

CRM SystemsOutreach Sequencing Tools

Industry Keywords

Private EquityInvestor RelationsFundraisingProfessional ServicesExecutive Search

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Activate users at newly signed clients from day one so the platform is used widely in their first year
Open new offices, funds and teams within existing clients and build relationships with portfolio companies and operating partners
Map users and relationships across each client, including roles, offices, teams, portfolio connections and relationship owners
Re-engage dormant, lapsed and never-activated users and run targeted outreach where usage is falling
Support trials by bringing in the right users early and driving activation
Map and prioritise the private equity market by fund size, sector and region
Build and run outreach campaigns across email, LinkedIn, phone and events to generate qualified leads at target funds
Follow users who move firms and turn relationships into introductions at their new funds
Help build a referral programme with advocates and work with Marketing on sector and diligence content
Book qualified meetings, demos and coffees for sales leadership, with clear briefs, and prepare pitch materials as needed
Build productive schedules around regular travel to clients across Europe
Run the private equity events programme, including roundtables and breakfasts, from invite list through follow-up and meetings
Capture market intelligence and client feedback and keep client records and pipeline reporting accurate

Requirements

What you’ll need

Around 3–4 years in business development, demand generation, sales or a client-facing role, ideally within expert networks, executive search, financial information, data or professional services
Experience in private equity itself, such as investor relations, fundraising or business development within a fund, would also be highly relevant
Confidence and judgement to build credibility with investment professionals and senior stakeholders, in writing, on the phone and in person
Ability to set your own plan, prioritise opportunities and manage your pipeline without needing to be chased
Commercial curiosity and creativity: spotting opportunities, finding ways into accounts and testing what works
Strong organisation and consistent follow-through, from the first introduction to the meeting note and next step
An existing network across PE firms in London, Paris, DACH or the Nordics (nice to have)
German or French language skills (nice to have)
Experience using CRM systems and outreach sequencing tools (nice to have)

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (this includes a week's office closure over Christmas, so everyone can fully reset)
Work remotely for up to 4 weeks each year (after 6 months' service)
Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
Private medical insurance with Vitality, with the option to add dependants
Life assurance with Legal & General
Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 confidential advice and support for your mental, physical and financial wellbeing
MyMindPal app for mental fitness, helping you stress less and enjoy life more
Ride to Work scheme, to save on a new bike and accessories
Home & Tech scheme, to spread the cost of tech and home goods from retailers like Currys, IKEA and John Lewis
£1,000 referral bonus, paid once your referral has completed 6 months
Complimentary breakfast, fruit, snacks and drinks, plus monthly office lunches and sweet treats
Regular team socials, events, and our summer and winter company celebrations
Long-service rewards, including a one-month sabbatical after 5 years and vouchers and extra holiday at key work anniversaries
Quarterly peer-nominated recognition awards