Application Guide

How to Apply for Associate Business Development Specialist (German&French Speaking) (F/M/D)

at Navvis

🏢 About Navvis

NavVis is a leading provider of digital twin solutions, transforming physical spaces into data-rich virtual environments to enhance productivity and sustainability. Working here means joining an innovative, fast-growing company at the intersection of reality capture, AI, and 3D visualization, with a strong focus on making an impact in the built world.

About This Role

As an Associate Business Development Specialist, you'll be the frontline driver of growth in the Swiss and Austrian markets, building pipelines and generating qualified leads through targeted outreach. Your work directly fuels revenue and helps enterprises adopt cutting-edge digital twin technology, making it a high-impact role with clear career progression into sales or account management.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start with reviewing a list of target accounts in Switzerland and Austria, then diving into a mix of cold calls, personalized LinkedIn messages, and follow-up emails. You'll collaborate with Account Executives to hand off qualified leads and attend team stand-ups to share pipeline progress. Afternoons could involve researching new prospects or preparing for an upcoming industry event.

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🎯 Who Navvis Is Looking For

  • A recent graduate in surveying, geoinformatics, civil engineering, or information systems with a passion for technology and sales.
  • Fluent in German and French (native or near-native) with strong English for internal collaboration.
  • Comfortable with high-volume outreach (cold calls, emails, LinkedIn) and resilient in a target-driven environment.
  • Eager to learn technical concepts and translate them into compelling value propositions for SMBs.

📝 Tips for Applying to Navvis

1

Highlight any experience with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) and prospecting platforms (LinkedIn Sales Navigator).

2

Tailor your resume to show measurable results from any customer-facing role, even internships or part-time jobs.

3

In your cover letter, mention specific knowledge of Swiss or Austrian market dynamics or industries (e.g., construction, real estate).

4

Showcase your language skills by submitting both a German and French version of your cover letter or resume.

5

Research NavVis products (e.g., NavVis IVION, VLX) and mention how you'd articulate their value to potential clients.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your ability to build relationships and generate leads in DACH markets, emphasizing your language fluency and cultural understanding.', 'Your technical background or willingness to learn digital twin technology and convey its benefits.', 'Your resilience and comfort with high-volume outreach and cold calling.', "Your alignment with NavVis's mission to transform physical spaces into digital twins for sustainability."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read about NavVis's product suite: IVION (digital twin platform) and VLX (mobile mapping system).
  • → Understand the digital twin market in DACH region, especially in construction, facility management, and manufacturing.
  • → Look at recent NavVis press releases or case studies to see how they position their solutions.
  • → Check the company's LinkedIn page for employee posts about company culture and recent wins.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach building a pipeline in Switzerland and Austria? Which industries would you target?
2 Describe a time you had to persuade a skeptical prospect. What techniques did you use?
3 Explain digital twins in simple terms to someone unfamiliar with the concept.
4 How do you handle rejection in a sales context? Give an example.
5 What do you know about NavVis's competitors (e.g., Matterport, Leica Geosystems)? How would you differentiate?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application without mentioning German/French skills or specific knowledge of Swiss/Austrian markets.
  • Focusing too much on technical aspects rather than sales and communication skills.
  • Failing to demonstrate resilience or a positive attitude toward cold calling and high-volume outreach.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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