Business Development Executive (Italian/German Speaking)

Job Description
Are you ready to shape the future of online trading across Italian/German/French-speaking markets? As a Business Development Executive at Deriv, you'll lead our expansion efforts, building strategic partnerships and driving market penetration in key European regions. Your impact will directly influence how traders access and experience our innovative trading solutions. As an AI-first business, you'll have access to cutting-edge tools to improve your business development potential.

On a given day, you will:

• Source and nurture high-value affiliate partnerships using modern CRM platforms
• Analyse market opportunities and competitive landscapes to identify potential leads
• Design and execute expansion strategies that resonate with international market needs
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and partners
• Generate qualified leads through networking and market research
• Use AI tools to support lead generation and conduct market analysis
• Collaborate with global teams to optimise our offerings for local market preferences
• Represent our company at industry events and partner meetings
• Travel across regions as per business needs

You will enjoy working with us if you:

• Thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments where you can make a real impact
• Like to experiment with AI tools to enhance business development and partnership management
• Love building and maintaining relationships across different cultures
• Get excited about analysing markets and spotting growth opportunities
• Enjoy the challenge of adapting global strategies to local contexts
• Have a passion for financial markets and technology

We would love to work with you if you:

• Are fluent in English and Italian/German, with strong cultural understanding of these markets
• Possess excellent relationship-building and networking abilities
• Demonstrate strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Have 2-5 years of experience in business development (preferred)
• Bring knowledge of financial services and digital technologies (preferred)
• Have experience or enthusiasm for embracing AI technologies in business processes

Benefits:

We pay competitive salaries based on your skills, qualifications, experience and market rates. Additionally, you'll be eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

When you join Deriv, you will be supported in growing your career in our company. You can expect to have a personalised Learning and Development programme as well as the costs covered for relevant professional development and education related to advancing your career at Deriv.

As a Business Development Executive, you'll be based at our modern Birkirkara office in the heart of Malta, a strategic Mediterranean hub for Deriv's European operations. Our Malta office plays a crucial role in developing innovative trading solutions for our global client base. You'll join a close-knit team that values work-life balance and professional development, with regular social events and collaborative projects. Our welcoming office environment encourages both focused work and team interaction, reflecting Malta's blend of professionalism and Mediterranean warmth. Join our dynamic team in this thriving European business centre, where you'll contribute to Deriv's mission whilst enjoying the perfect blend of professional opportunities and coastal lifestyle.

Our culture is unique, and we live by our values and leadership principles, so it's worth learning more about Deriv's culture.

Ready to drive international growth and shape the future of online trading? If you're excited about building strategic partnerships and expanding Deriv's presence across European markets, we want to hear from you.

Deriv is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We take pride in our Great Place to Work and IIP Platinum certifications, which reflect our commitment to creating an exceptional work environment. Join us and help build the future of online trading while working alongside top talent from over 80 nationalities.

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