Business Development Executive - French Speaking

A BOUT TIDE At Tide, we help SMEs save time and money in the running of their businesses by not only offering business accounts and related banking services, but also a comprehensive set of highly usable and connected administrative solutions, from invoicing to accounting. Tide is transforming the small business banking market and now supports over 2 million members globally across the UK, India, Germany and France. Using advanced technology, all solutions are designed with SMEs in mind. With quick onboarding, low fees and innovative features, we thrive on making data driven decisions to serve our mission: to help SMEs save time and money so they can get back to doing what they love. Tide facts: Tide is available for UK, Indian, German and French SMEs Over 2 million members: 900,000 UK and 1,100,000 in India and growing rapidly Over $300 million raised in funding Over 2,800 Tideans globally Recognised with Great Place to Work certification three years in a row, and among India’s Top 50 Best Workplaces in Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance in 2026 We have offices in Central London, with a member support and technology centre in Sofia, Bulgaria, technology centres in Serbia, Romania, Lithuania and Hyderabad and offices in Gurugram, New Delhi, Berlin, Paris and Luxembourg ABOUT THE TEAM: The Onboarding Team is a front-line team, looking to convert as many prospective/cold leads into becoming a Tide Member and taking advantage of many Tide products during their Onboarding period. We collaborate with marketing, product and the KYC Teams to ensure a seamless Onboarding experience for prospective members, providing key insights to all stakeholders. ABOUT THE ROLE: As an Business Development Executive you responsibilities will include: Driving market expansion – Engage with prospective SME members, address objections, and effectively communicate the benefits of using the Tide app for their business needs. Converting leads into active members – Proactively call prospective members who have started an application, provide support, and guide them through the completion process to ensure a smooth onboarding experience. Building strong relationships – Establish trust and rapport with prospective members, understanding their business needs and identifying opportunities to introduce relevant financial products and services. Ensuring compliance and troubleshooting issues – Work closely with KYC agents to verify documentation, assist members in resolving any application issues, and ensure all regulatory requirements are met. Maximizing upselling opportunities – Stay up to date with our product offerings and use your consultative sales approach to recommend additional services that align with the needs of prospective members. Providing valuable insights – Gather feedback from potential members on any challenges they encounter during onboarding and share these insights with internal teams to drive continuous improvements. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: As a Business Development Executive , you will be the key link between our finance app and potential SME members, helping them understand the value of joining a leading fintech platform. Your role requires a blend of strong sales skills, customer-centric thinking, and adaptability to convert high-interest leads into active members. We are looking for someone who: Has native-level proficiency in spoken and written French to engage effectively with our target market. Brings experience in telesales, business development, or customer service , with a proven ability to convert leads into customers. Is target-driven and commercially focused , with the ability to upsell relevant products and maximize revenue opportunities. Is a proactive self-starter , comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment. Thrives in an agile setting , adapting to shifting priorities, new products, and changing market dynamics. Puts members first , ensuring a smooth and engaging onboarding experience while addre