Business Development Graduate Program

Role: Business Development Graduate Program

Location: On-site (Berlin)

Job Type: Graduate program (18 months, 40 hours per week)

About Us

Consultport is a global platform that connects companies with top-tier freelance consultants, enabling businesses to advance critical projects more efficiently and effectively than ever before. Since 2018, we’ve grown to a network of 10,000 pre-vetted experts delivering impactful projects across 50 countries. Trusted by over 100 leading companies, we provide tailored expertise to corporates, consultancies, private equity firms, and scale-ups. At Consultport, we redefine how businesses and consultants collaborate to drive success.

The Role

Over the course of 18 months, you will ultimately take ownership of our business growth by winning over and developing your own book of business, as well as running your own projects with top-tier clients & consultants.

You will gain hands-on experience across various stages of business development, from cultivating client relationships to managing projects with top-tier consultants and companies. This is an unparalleled opportunity to fast-track your career in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Gain in-depth knowledge of the global consulting market, its key players, trends, and value-creation methods.
• Build your own portfolio of clients by identifying opportunities, nurturing relationships, and driving business growth.
• Oversee the end-to-end delivery process between clients and consultants, ensuring alignment with client needs and project goals.
• Proactively engage with new prospects, conduct meetings with C-level executives, and present Consultport’s value proposition.
• Take on new responsibilities at each stage of the program, ultimately leading projects independently.

What the next 18 months would look like for you:

• Business Development Trainee (0-6 months): Learn the fundamentals of consulting, develop relationships with consultants, and enhance your communication skills.
• Business Development Coordinator (6-12 months): Collaborate on project management and stakeholder engagement, supervising consultant-client matching processes.
• Business Development Associate (12-18 months): Take ownership of business growth, manage your own book of business, and run projects end-to-end with top-tier clients and consultants.
• And Beyond: You have the chance to convert to a permanent employee with us at Consultport, and continue your journey with us.

The Ideal Candidate

• You have an entrepreneurial mindset. You’re constantly looking for new opportunities to drive growth.
• You want to make a real impact. You will be expanding our client base and bringing in new business which is critical for our success.
• You are someone who embraces ownership. You will take full responsibility for identifying, pursuing, and converting prospects into long-term clients.
• You are a people person. You thrive on proactively reaching out to new prospects and aren’t afraid to engage with unfamiliar contacts.

Your Profile

• Strong academic performance (consistently in the top 25% of your class)
• Recently graduated or graduating in 2025.
• Previous experience in sales, consulting, or in a start-up environment is a plus.
• Fluency in English is a must.
• C1/C2 proficiency in German, French, Spanish, Italian, or Dutch is a plus.

Your Benefits

• Receive one-on-one mentorship from senior members of the team.
• Company-sponsored support for your public transportation ticket and gym membership.
• Join a dynamic, international team based in the heart of Berlin, one of Europe’s most exciting startup hubs.
• Advance through the program with clear milestones and opportunities to secure promotions into a full-time role.
• Enjoy regular team lunches, social events, and opportunities to build lasting professional relationships.
• Access exclusive training materials, workshops, and skill-building opportunities to set you up for long-term success.

Does this sound like the next challenge for you?

Then we look forward to hearing from you!