Sales Executive Security Academy

About the Position

Sales Executive Security Academy

Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands

Business: Business Assurance

Position type: Full Time

Contract type: Time Limited Employee

Job ID: 7572

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About the Role

Help build the cyber resilience of organizations and contribute to the growth of Security Academy.

At DNV, we work every day towards a safer and more sustainable future. Through Security Academy, we help organizations and professionals strengthen their knowledge and skills in cybersecurity, information security, privacy, and compliance.

Due to the continued growth of our training activities across the Benelux region, we are looking for an entrepreneurial Sales Executive. In this role, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth through the sale of training courses and educational programs in cybersecurity, information security, privacy, and compliance. You will identify and develop new business opportunities, advise organizations on suitable learning and development pathways, and build long-term customer relationships.

You act as the vital link between customer needs, training solutions, and commercial success. Working closely with trainers, subject matter experts, and colleagues across DNV, you will ensure customers receive the best possible support while achieving commercial objectives.

You will report directly to the Sector Leader Training Benelux.

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Responsibilities

As a Sales Executive, you will combine business development, consultative selling, and account management.

Your responsibilities include:

• Developing new business opportunities across the Benelux region;
• Following up on leads, customer inquiries, and training evaluations;
• Advising customers on public courses, in-company training programs, and certification pathways;
• Preparing and following up on quotations and commercial proposals;
• Growing existing customer relationships and identifying cross-selling opportunities;
• Expanding your professional network within cybersecurity, IT, and compliance;
• Collaborating with trainers and subject matter experts to provide the best solutions for customers.

You will engage with stakeholders such as CISOs, Information Security Managers, IT Managers, Compliance Officers, and HR and Learning & Development professionals.

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Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a commercial B2B sales role;
• Experience in business development, account management, or consultative selling;
• Strong communication skills;
• Professional proficiency in both Dutch and English.

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Nice to Have

• Experience with training, learning, or certification services;
• An existing network within IT, cybersecurity, or compliance;
• Experience within software, SaaS, telecommunications, or professional services.

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We Offer

At DNV, we believe that engaged employees are the foundation of a successful organization. That is why we invest in a working environment where collaboration, development, and entrepreneurship thrive.

We Care

We put customers, colleagues, and society at the heart of everything we do. By helping organizations strengthen their cybersecurity capabilities, you contribute directly to a safer digital world.

We Dare

We challenge the status quo and continuously strive for improvement. In this role, you will have the freedom to create new business opportunities, build relationships, and contribute to the further growth of Security Academy.

We Share

Knowledge sharing is part of our DNA. You will work closely with trainers, subject matter experts, and colleagues across the Benelux. Together, we deliver the best solutions for our customers.

Flexible working

Your office location will be Woerden. Depending on your schedule, you may work from home, at the office, or at customer locations. The role covers the entire Benelux region. This is a full-time position of 38 hours per week. A 32-hour workweek is open for discussion.

Growing your career

We actively invest in your development. You will receive training, coaching, and access to modern tools such as Microsoft Copilot and AI-supported sales solutions. This gives you every opportunity to further develop your commercial skills and achieve success.

Excellent benefits package

In addition to an exciting role within an international organization, we offer:

• A gross monthly salary between €3,500 and €5,500, depending on experience and qualifications;
• An attractive Sales Incentive Scheme with performance-based rewards;
• A company car;
• Laptop and mobile phone;
• 30 annual vacation days (excluding public holidays);
• An attractive pension scheme;
• Excellent secondary benefits;
• An international working environment;
• Extensive training and development opportunities;
• Modern CRM and AI tools to support your success.

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.

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About the Company

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

Security Academy is part of DNV and a leading training provider in cybersecurity, information security, privacy, and compliance. Through training programs, certification pathways, and customized solutions, we help organizations strengthen their digital resilience.

Our customers range from mid-sized companies to international enterprises, government institutions, consultancy firms, and Managed Service Providers throughout the Benelux.

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Do you see a perfect match, and would you like to contribute to the growth of Security Academy while helping organizations strengthen their cyber resilience?

We look forward to receiving your application, including your up-to-date CV and a short motivation letter.

For more information about this position, please contact André Schoonhoven at +31 6 43295379.

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.