About Us

Contextual Solutions, a boutique Berlin-based venture development, strategy, and GTM consultancy, stands out with its expertise in various industries, including FinTech, LegalTech, HRTech, and more. We provide business coaching, research facilitation, and project management support to help clients enter and excel in the tech market.

Through our global experts and network of partners, we support entrepreneurs, corporates, banks, VCs, and company builders with market entry, embedded finance, and growth journeys.

We are a team of ten senior experts working remotely from Berlin, London, Istanbul, Spain, South Africa, and Argentina, and we are growing.

We are seeking a full-time Sales Manager to join our partner. Our partner will directly employ the suitable candidates.

The Company & The Role

Our partner is a successful Frankfurt-based fintech company with 20 employees. They plan to increase their impact in the German market in 2025, using various marketing and localization campaigns and hiring a motivated sales team. 

As a Sales Manager, you'll set up the sales structure in the German market and create a tangible impact on sales with your decisions and strategies. You'll have the discretion to set up strategies, network, and increase company visibility. 

You will work across different teams and report directly to the management.

The ideal candidate will have B2B sales expertise, particularly focusing on bank sales, with an interest in technology and digital transformation.

Responsibilities

• Sales Strategy & Planning: Develop and execute sales strategies to drive market expansion in Germany’s (potentially the broader DACH region and Europe) financial and technology sectors.
• Lead Generation: Generate and nurture leads through a variety of methods (cold calling, networking, events, referrals, etc.) to build a robust sales pipeline.
• Client Acquisition: Engage with decision-makers at high levels, establish relationships, and convert prospects into clients.
• Revenue & Growth: Meet and exceed sales targets for revenue growth in the German market, focusing on new client acquisition and long-term partnerships.
• Client Management: Work with clients post-sale to ensure successful onboarding and ensure long-term satisfaction.
• Industry Engagement: Represent Innovance at industry events, conferences, and meetings to build the company’s reputation and visibility.
• Collaboration: Work with the Technical, marketing and operation teams to align solutions and messaging to market needs.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of sales/business development experience in technology, fintech, or related sectors.
• Strong track record in managing the end-to-end sales process, acquiring new clients and driving business growth.
• Deep knowledge of the German market, especially within banking, fintech, and digital transformation.
• Fluency in German and English.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Experience with CRM tools and sales pipeline management.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to sales and relationship-building.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with C-level executives.

Culture and Values

Our partner's culture and work environment sets them apart:

• Adaptive and Agile: We embrace change, ensuring we remain at the forefront of industry trends and client needs.
• A Trusted and Sincere Team: We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where every team member is highly motivated to excel.
• Ownership Mentality: We approach every client project as if it were our own, building strong relationships with stakeholders and delivering results that matter.
• Professional and Passionate: We are dedicated to bringing bold ideas to life with professionalism and creativity.
• Empowerment: We believe in empowering our people to excel, providing the tools, support, and autonomy to make a real impact. This is your opportunity to join a company at an exciting point of expansion with a sincere and dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and the pursuit of excellence. At our company, you’ll grow professionally and contribute meaningfully to shaping the future of financial technology.

Application

Please send your English CV along with a cover letter to info@contextuals.de. Your application should include the following details:

· Your prior experience

· Your potential start date (if available)

· Your expectations, including working culture, job description, and salaries

Please note that the applications, partially or fully excluding the abovementioned details, will be rejected directly.

The recruitment process for this position will include a remote written exercise and several rounds of interviews (online or in-person).

Even if you’re not sure you have the right experience, you can always contact us and chat with one of us. We’d love to hear from you!