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Michael Madden

London

Summary

Skilled Business Development professional offering experience in leading operations and enhancing revenue. Bringing expertise in client acquisition and contract negotiation, along with excellent interpersonal communication, relationship-building and team leadership abilities. Results-driven and proactive with demonstrated record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding sales and revenue objectives with a keen interest in the financial services industry, real estate and technology.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Manager

AVTR Recruitment
05.2021 - Current
  • Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in Germany, the Middle East, the US and Australia.
  • Dealing directly with decision makers at multinational law firms, Big Four accountancy firms as well as in government organizations to secure and maintain partnerships.
  • Utilized market trends, mission priorities and customer goals to envision, shape and close new opportunities.
  • Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
  • Collaborated with sales support staff in administrative tasks to help sales reps close deals.
  • Communicated product quality and market comparisons by creating sales presentations.
  • Reviewed and executed confidential documents, contracts and disclosures.
  • Managed recruitment process to keep candidates informed about application status and meet organizational recruitment goals.
  • Screened and interviewed candidates to evaluate potential employees' qualifications.
  • Used data analytics to identify and track sales trends and develop actionable insights.
  • Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
  • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.

Language Correspondent for German/ Freelance

Cunard, RMS Queen Mary 2
01.2014 - 01.2021
  • Reduced overheads by taking on more responsibility for creative and administrative projects.
  • Oversaw daily office operations for employees.
  • Composed and drafted all outgoing correspondence and reports for managers.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Translated documents from English to German.
  • Clarified customer issues and determined root cause of problems to resolve product or service complaints.
  • Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
  • Prepared detailed notes per client specifications, assisting in business meetings and proposal presentations.

Customer Consultant D-A-CH / Part-Time

Zava Medical Health Bridge Limited
02.2020 - Current
  • Worked closely with Marketing and UX Design departments to maintain optimum levels of communication and customer experience for the effective and efficient completion of patient treatments.
  • Grew client base through continued levels of outstanding service, such as troubleshooting and relationship building.
  • Responsible for the D-A-CH Market
  • Provided exceptional customer service to a high-volume customer base, resolving issues, answering inquiries and providing product information.
  • Assisted customers with product selection and troubleshooting, providing accurate information and guidance to foster satisfaction.
  • Analyzed customer feedback and generated reports to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.


Real Estate Agent

Engel & Völkers Charlottenburg
10.2014 - 10.2018
  • Exceeded annual sales target regularly. 
  • Built relationships with customers and the community to establish long-term business growth. 
  • Attended sales training camp and brought best practices leadership back to the company. 
  • Kept detailed records of daily activities using an online customer database. 
  • Contacted new and existing customers to discuss how their needs could be met through specific products and services. 
  • Generated listings for sales and rental properties through cold calls and referrals. 
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and marketing agreements.

Hotel Manager

Hotel Römerhof
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Update team members about changes in hotel products, services, pricing, and policies.
  • Collaborated with maintenance and housekeeping.
  • Recruited and trained new members of the guest service team.
  • Developed departmental objectives, work schedules, budgets, and policies.
  • Researched and updated all the required materials needed for the daily operation of the hotel.
  • Obtained documents, clearances, certificates, and approvals from local, state, and federal agencies.

Chairman

Dehoga / Hospitality Association
01.2011 - 01.2014

Volunteer Based position for the City.

Front Office Agent

Hotel Römerhof, Bingen am Rhein, Germany
01.2009 - 01.2010

Education

Diploma - International Language Correspondent

Euro School Mayence
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Klein High School
USA, Klein Texas

Bachelor of Arts - Advertising

University of The Arts London
London
06.2021

Skills

  • Bilingual in German and English
  • Accomplished in commission sales
  • Negotiating with Stakeholders
  • Extensive personal network
  • Contract Negotiation Expertise
  • Business Planning
  • Product and Service Sales
  • Cold Calling
  • New Business Development
  • Business Development and Planning
  • Enterprise Sales

Languages

German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Business Development Manager

AVTR Recruitment
05.2021 - Current

Customer Consultant D-A-CH / Part-Time

Zava Medical Health Bridge Limited
02.2020 - Current

Real Estate Agent

Engel & Völkers Charlottenburg
10.2014 - 10.2018

Language Correspondent for German/ Freelance

Cunard, RMS Queen Mary 2
01.2014 - 01.2021

Chairman

Dehoga / Hospitality Association
01.2011 - 01.2014

Hotel Manager

Hotel Römerhof
01.2010 - 01.2014

Front Office Agent

Hotel Römerhof, Bingen am Rhein, Germany
01.2009 - 01.2010

Diploma - International Language Correspondent

Euro School Mayence

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Klein High School

Bachelor of Arts - Advertising

University of The Arts London
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