Penguin Formula

DACH Entrepreneurial Director – Partnership Investor

Penguin Formula

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Remote • 🇳🇱 Netherlands

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Lead

About the role

  • Develop and implement an ambitious growth strategy to position DPO-ONE as a leading privacy compliance solution in the DACH region, with a strong focus on the legal sector.
  • Leverage and expand your established network of law firms in the DACH region to drive customer acquisition, partnerships, and long-term relationships.
  • Lead regional market entry initiatives, acquire new customers, and deepen existing relationships in close alignment with central sales and marketing teams.
  • Work closely with the development team to ensure the SaaS solution continues to meet the needs of lawyers and compliance-driven organizations in German-speaking markets.
  • Represent DPO-ONE across the DACH region and build strong partnerships within relevant sectors.
  • Ensure the achievement of regional targets and contribute to a solid overall financial foundation.

Requirements

  • Proven, existing network within law firms in the DACH region (mandatory), ideally with decision-makers or senior partners, and the ability to actively leverage this network for business growth.
  • Demonstrable experience in successfully leading or scaling companies, business units, or regions.
  • Proven track record in driving sales growth and developing profitable products.
  • Strong entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to take risks and embrace innovation.
  • Excellent communication skills in English and German.
  • Affinity with privacy legislation, GDPR, and compliance is a strong plus.
Benefits
  • A pivotal regional leadership role in a growing SaaS company: Take ownership of the DACH market and shape its growth.
  • Dynamic and innovative environment: Collaborate with a talented international team in a forward-thinking workplace.
  • Professional growth with regional ownership and global impact: Build and lead a key market while contributing to a product with worldwide relevance.
  • Co-ownership opportunity: This role includes a MUST management buy-in option, allowing you to become a co-owner of DPO-ONE (details to be discussed with current co-owners).
  • Competitive compensation: A monthly management fee (based on seniority) and a performance-related bonus tied to regional business results and option plan.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
sales growthbusiness developmentcustomer acquisitionpartnership developmentSaaS solutionsproduct developmentmarket entry strategyfinancial management
Soft skills
entrepreneurial mindsetcommunication skillsrelationship buildingrisk-takinginnovation