Country Manager, France
- Remote
- Paris, Île-de-France, France
- Business Development
Why you’ll love this job
Datenna stands at the forefront of global intelligence, providing decision-makers with unparalleled insights into China’s techno-economic landscape. Our cutting-edge intelligence portal—combining advanced open-source data collection and analysis, deep China subject matter expertise, and artificial intelligence—delivers essential insights that empower government clients and support effective statecraft worldwide. As a key player in the global technological and economic competition, Datenna is dedicated to delivering accurate, timely, and in-depth intelligence.
The Role: We are seeking a highly experienced B2G sales professional to spearhead our growth in France. This is an individual contributor position, working remotely in the region, and reporting directly to the Vice President of Business Development, Europe.
Your Mission:
Identify and close new business within the French government ministries and agencies that play a role in economic and national security, and within the European Union and the NATO
Manage the existing relationships and expand existing business
Use your in-depth knowledge of government processes to create accurate sales forecasts
What Makes You a Great Candidate
10+ years of B2G sales experience
Proven track record of direct government sales in France and preferably with the EU and NATO
Experience in navigating government procurement processes, familiarity with budget cycles and their impact on procurements
Native French speaker with professional English skills
*Please know that applicants may be subject to a screening process.*
Why you’ll love Datenna
Work on globally impactful projects in geopolitical intelligence
Lead innovation in OSINT and AI technologies
Competitive compensation and benefits
Dynamic, international team environment
Significant growth opportunities in a scale-up
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Additonal Information:
This position requires the candidate to be located in the Paris area.
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We have received your application and will be in touch shortly. This is the process we follow: 1. Screening Call with a Recruiter Our journey together starts with a brief call. We’ll discuss your experience, career goals, and provide an overview of the role. It’s an opportunity for us to get to know each other better. 2. Behavioral Interview Next, you’ll have a behavioral interview where we’ll explore your past experiences, problem-solving abilities, and how you handle various situations. This helps us understand how you align with our values and work culture. 3. System Design Interview (for Tech Roles) For technical roles, you’ll participate in a system design interview. We’ll dive into your ability to architect scalable and efficient systems, assessing your design thinking and technical expertise. 4. Skill Assessment In the final stage, you’ll undergo a skill assessment tailored to your role. For technical positions, this will be a technical interview focused on your specific expertise. For other roles, you’ll take part in a case interview that evaluates your problem-solving and analytical skills.
