Business Developer (m/f/x) – berlin

Berlin

De Zwarte Hond is an architecture and urban design office with over 120 colleagues in Rotterdam, Groningen, Cologne and Berlin. With our expertise in architecture, urban design, and strategy, our multidisciplinary teams create added value in every context – from regional planning to individual buildings. We combine social engagement with design excellence to make cities and regions more livable and future-proof.

To strengthen our presence in Germany, we are looking for a committed and proactive Business Developer to join our Berlin office as soon as possible. In this role, you will actively contribute to the further development of De Zwarte Hond in Germany. You will work across the country and also support projects and activities at our Cologne office.

Your responsibilities
As part of our team, you will help identify new business opportunities, expand networks, and further develop our market position in German-speaking regions. You will work closely with our management and design teams and play a key role in acquiring exciting projects and building long-term partnerships.

Your tasks include:

  • Analyzing markets, trends, and potential projects
  • Preparing project proposals and application documents (public tenders, competitive bidding, fee proposals, etc.) Experience in this area is a plus
  • Building and maintaining relationships with clients and partners
  • Project-specific collaboration with our architects, urban planners, and external consultants
  • Organizing and participating in business trips, networking events, and real estate fairs
  • Supporting the maintenance of our CRM database, reference library, and proposal documents
  • Contributing to presentations and business development materials in collaboration with our PR team


Your profile:

  • A degree in real estate, urban planning, architecture, or a related field
  • At least 5 years of professional experience in the construction or creative industries, ideally in business development
  • Strong analytical and conceptual skills, with an understanding of architectural processes and project development
  • Proficiency in MS Office; experience with Adobe InDesign and layout/presentation skills are a plus
  • Creativity, initiative, and a good sense for market strategies
  • Excellent communication skills in German and English; additional languages are welcome
  • Enthusiasm for building networks and inspiring clients over the long term

What we offer:

  • A dynamic, creative, and international work environment in the heart of Berlin
  • Plenty of room for initiative and personal development
  • A dedicated, multidisciplinary team with colleagues from over 15 nations
  • Opportunities for training in communication, presentation, and software tools
  • Regular team events, excursions, and our annual company-wide trip

Interested?
Then send us a short motivation letter (max. 1 A4), your CV, and if applicable, work samples (all in PDF format) by Friday, October 17 to: jobs@dezwartehond.de

Interviews are expected to take place in week 40 in Berlin.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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