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Details Business Development Manager (SPANISH speaking) London, England, United Kingdom Sales Regular On-site APPLY FOR THIS JOB At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate. Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we’ll create the conversations of tomorrow. Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen, be understood, be you. The Role Cision is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join our New Business (Hunter) team, responsible for driving high-value, net-new revenue across the Mediterranean mid-markets, with a core focus on selling the PR Newswire suite of products.
This is a full ° new business role, owning complex sales cycles from initial prospecting through to close. You will take a structured, data-led and consultative approach, positioning PR Newswire as a strategic communications platform aligned to measurable business outcomes.
The role requires strong commercial judgement and sales discipline, with consistent application of MEDDICC methodology to qualify, progress and accurately forecast opportunities. About PR Newswire PR Newswire is Cision’s flagship communications distribution platform, enabling organisations to securely distribute news to verified journalists, media outlets, influencers and key stakeholders at scale.
Used by PR, communications and marketing leaders globally, PR Newswire helps organisations to: Increase brand visibility and credibility through earned media
Distribute press releases to targeted and trusted media audiences
Amplify content reach across digital and owned channels
Measure and demonstrate the impact of communications activity In this role, you will position PR Newswire as a strategic investment that underpins reputation management, brand growth and communications effectiveness. Duties and Responsibilities The role includes, but is not limited to: Own and drive new business acquisition across the Mediterranean mid-markets, selling the PR Newswire suite of products.
Proactively build pipeline through disciplined outbound activity, including cold calling, LinkedIn and tools such as Cognism.
Apply MEDDICC rigorously to qualify opportunities and ensure clarity around decision criteria, metrics and buying process.
Position PR Newswire’s value proposition against clearly defined business outcomes and success metrics.
Lead complex, consultative sales engagements with senior stakeholders and decision-makers.
Deliver high-impact online and in-person product demonstrations tailored to customer objectives.
Build and maintain a high-quality pipeline with strong forecast accuracy.
Consistently achieve activity KPIs and revenue targets aligned to senior-level expectations.
Maintain structured, insight-led engagement throughout the buyer’s journey.
Ensure accurate, timely and detailed CRM updates in Salesforce, aligned to MEDDICC standards.
Provide detailed reporting on pipeline health, forecast accuracy, wins/losses, competitive positioning and market trends.
Act as an ambassador for Cision and PR Newswire at client meetings and relevant industry events.
Ensure full compliance with company policies, including data protection, confidentiality, diversity and equal opportunities. Essential Skills and Experience Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken)
Proven track record of exceeding new business targets in a B2B SaaS or platform-based sales environment.
Strong experience in senior-level new business development and complex deal execution.
Demonstrated working knowledge and practical application of MEDDICC methodology.
Experience selling consultative, high-value solutions to mid-market or enterprise organisations.
Ability to engage, influence and negotiate with C-suite and senior decision-makers.
Strong commercial acumen with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Expertise in prospecting, qualification and pipeline management.
Experience or strong domain knowledge within PR, communications, marketing or media.
In-depth understanding of the Spanish Mediterranean business landscape.
Highly organised, self-directed and resilient, with excellent time management skills.
Comfortable operating in a high-performance, target-driven environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to CRM discipline.
Willingness to travel within the market on a quarterly basis. What We Offer Upon joining Cision, you will immediately have access to a range of benefits that are fully or partially funded by the company and form part of your overall benefits package. These benefits include: Cision Group Personal Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Healthcare cash plan
Dental Insurance
Private Medical Insurance (For directors and above only)
Gym Subsidy
Cycle to Work
Discounted Dining
Virtual GP
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Eye Care Test
Cision Global Charitable Giving Program
BenefitHub (Retail discounts) If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you! Please note that for this role, we are only able to consider candidates who are already based in the country of employment.
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