Business Development Specialist

DNV careers Open · verified Sep 22, 2026

Seoul Full-time Mid-level Business Development

At a glance

Mid-level Business Development role at DNV careers. Seoul · full-time.

Pay not stated

RoleBusiness Development

SeniorityMid-level

LocationSeoul

EmploymentFull-time

PostedSep 3, 2026 · 2w ago

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Find new prospects, win client accounts, and build the Korea sales pipeline for the IPA portfolio
Set and deliver IPA sales goals while pursuing additional business across Korea
Create go-to-market plans through client outreach, seminars, exhibitions, and industry events
Grow the Industrial Product Assurance customer base and promote IPA services to market opportunities
Maintain key stakeholder relationships, including conversations with executive decision-makers

What you bring

A graduate qualification plus relevant business development experience in Industrial Product Certification
At least ten years of experience, ideally gained with a Notified Body
Working knowledge of Industrial Product Certification procedures and relevant EU Directives
A record of generating new Korean-market opportunities through proactive sales activity
Strong customer, stakeholder, communication, and presentation skills across organizational levels

Who this fits

You’ll suit a senior business development professional who can independently create demand, manage stakeholders, and sell across Korea’s market. The role is based in Seoul and offers hybrid or selectively flexible working.

From the employer

Responsibilities

Generate new leads and acquire new client accounts to drive business growth.
Lead business development initiatives across Korea, building a strong sales pipeline and securing new business for the IPA Korea portfolio.
Achieve and exceed the assigned sales targets for IPA Korea.
Develop and execute go-to-market strategies, including identifying and engaging potential clients, organizing client seminars, and participating in industry exhibitions and events.
Expand and strengthen the Industrial Product Assurance customer base across Korea.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and demonstrate the ability to engage effectively with client executive management and decision-makers.
Identify market opportunities and proactively promote IPA services to support sustainable business growth.

Flexible work schedule with hybrid/selective working opportunities for better work-life balance
Generous paid leaves (annual paid leave, special paid leave)
Pension and insurance policies (corporate life insurance, local group insurance, travel insurance, retirement pension)
Additional benefits (meal allowance, transportation allowance, holiday bonus, tuition assistance for children, annual medical check-up, long service awards)
Competitive salary along with profit share

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

Position Qualification

Graduate with relevant experience in business development within the Industrial Product Certification sector.
Minimum 10+ years of experience, preferably with a Notified Body.
Strong understanding of Industrial Product Certification processes and applicable EU Directives.
Self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven professional.
Excellent customer service and stakeholder management skills.
Strong communication and presentation abilities, with the capability to engage effectively at all organizational levels.
Proven ability to drive proactive sales initiatives and generate new business opportunities across the Korean market.