Business Development Associate; Bilingual

Business Development Associate (Bilingual)

Do you have a passion for forging connections and shaping the future of college students’ careers? We’re looking for driven individuals to join us as a Business Development Associate (Bilingual), a key contributor to our global sales efforts.

VMock is the industry leading career services platform, empowering students and job seekers around the world to accelerate their career journey using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. We deliver personalized career guidance at hundreds of leading institutions in over 20 different countries, providing detailed feedback on resumes, interviews, and so much more. Our mission is to level the playing field for candidates and convert the art of finding a job to a measurable science.

Our company is rapidly expanding and we are seeking Bilingual Business Development Associates to join our team of world class sales professionals and engineers to support our international growth. Ideal candidates will be based in Chicago and speak Spanish, French, Italian, German, or Portuguese along with English to facilitate prospecting and engagement with higher education institutions across Europe and Latin America.

This position will be based in-person in our Chicago, IL office to support close collaboration, training, and team learning.

• Conduct outbound sales prospecting and scheduling qualified meetings with colleges and universities in international markets where French, Portuguese, Spanish, German or Italian are spoken
• Communicate product value clearly and professionally in English and at least one of the following languages:
  French, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, German
• Identify and qualify prospective institutional customers through email, phone, Linked In, and other outreach channels
• Research regional higher education systems, decision‑makers, and buying cycles
• Carry out full‑cycle sales activities including conducting product demonstrations, lead follow‑up communication, and closing deals as needed.
• Maintain accurate activity and pipeline data in the CRM
• Travel to conferences and events to represent the brand and engage with prospects
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to refine messaging for international audiences
• Stay informed on trends in higher education and AI adoption globally

• Bachelor’s degree and 0–3 years of experience in sales, business development, customer success, or a related role.
• Native‑level fluency and strong written and verbal communication skills in English and at least one of the following languages:
  French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, or Italian.
• Superior relationship and time management skills.
• Confidence with outbound prospecting and relationship‑building.
• Interest in AI, technology, and higher education.
• Ability to work independently and support outreach across multiple international markets.

• Experience working in or with colleges and universities.
• Exposure to international or multicultural sales environments.
• Familiarity with CRM tools (e.g., Pipedrive, Hub Spot, Salesforce).

• Opportunity to lead at the intersection of AI, higher education, and global markets
• Thorough training on VMock’s platform, customized CRM system, and sales techniques.
• Regular professional development opportunities and relevant industry skill‑building activities.
• High‑impact role with visibility into international expansion and trends.
• Collaborative, mission‑driven startup culture with competitive compensation and growth opportunities.
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.
• We show you a clear career path for advancement in a rapidly growing company.
• VMock prides itself on employee development and training. Business Development Associates will receive thorough training and onboarding in the sales process and pitch. New BDAs will work side by side with experienced Sales Directors learning the ins and outs of VMock’s platform, our customized CRM system, and sales techniques. Business Development Associates will also participate in regular skill‑building training throughout their first…