You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.
About us
We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.
As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.
About the role
Sales Executive Security Academy Benelux
Help build the cyber resilience of organizations and contribute to the growth of Security Academy.
At DNV, we work every day towards a safer and more sustainable future. Through Security Academy, we help organizations and professionals strengthen their knowledge and skills in cybersecurity, information security, privacy, and compliance.
Due to the continued growth of our training activities across the Benelux region, we are looking for an entrepreneurial Sales Executive. In this role, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth through the sale of training courses and educational programs in cybersecurity, information security, privacy, and compliance. You will identify and develop new business opportunities, advise organizations on suitable learning and development pathways, and build long-term customer relationships.
You act as the vital link between customer needs, training solutions, and commercial success. Working closely with trainers, subject matter experts, and colleagues across DNV, you will ensure customers receive the best possible support while achieving commercial objectives.
You will report directly to the Sector Leader Training Benelux.
About Security Academy
Security Academy is part of DNV and a leading training provider in cybersecurity, information security, privacy, and compliance. Through training programs, certification pathways, and customized solutions, we help organizations strengthen their digital resilience.
Our customers range from mid-sized companies to international enterprises, government institutions, consultancy firms, and Managed Service Providers throughout the Benelux.
What will you be doing?
As a Sales Executive, you will combine business development, consultative selling, and account management.
Your responsibilities include:
• Developing new business opportunities across the Benelux region;
• Following up on leads, customer inquiries, and training evaluations;
• Advising customers on public courses, in-company training programs, and certification pathways;
• Preparing and following up on quotations and commercial proposals;
• Growing existing customer relationships and identifying cross-selling opportunities;
• Expanding your professional network within cybersecurity, IT, and compliance;
• Collaborating with trainers and subject matter experts to provide the best solutions for customers.
You will engage with stakeholders such as CISOs, Information Security Managers, IT Managers, Compliance Officers, and HR and Learning & Development professionals.
What we offer
At DNV, we believe that engaged employees are the foundation of a successful organization. That is why we invest in a working environment where collaboration, development, and entrepreneurship thrive.
We Care
We put customers, colleagues, and society at the heart of everything we do. By helping organizations strengthen their cybersecurity capabilities, you contribute directly to a safer digital world.
We Dare
We challenge the status quo and continuously strive for improvement. In this role, you will have the freedom to create new business opportunities, build relationships, and contribute to the further growth of Security Academy.
We Share
Knowledge sharing is part of our DNA. You will work closely with trainers, subject matter experts, and colleagues across the Benelux. Together, we deliver the best solutions for our customers.
Flexible working
Your office location will be Woerden. Depending on your schedule, you may work from home, at the office, or at customer locations. The role covers the entire Benelux region. This is a full-time position of 38 hours per week. A 32-hour workweek is open for discussion.
Growing your career
We actively invest in your development. You will receive training, coaching, and access to modern tools such as Microsoft Copilot and AI-supported sales solutions. This gives you every opportunity to further develop your commercial skills and achieve success.
Excellent benefits package
In addition to an exciting role within an international organization, we offer:
About you
You are a commercial professional who enjoys building relationships, creating new opportunities, and delivering results. You understand how to translate customer needs into valuable solutions and feel comfortable in a consultative sales environment.
You do not need to be a cybersecurity expert, but you do have an affinity with technology, information security, or compliance and are genuinely interested in your customers' challenges. We are not looking for a traditional internal sales representative, training coordinator, or relationship manager.
We are looking for someone who:
In addition, you bring:
Nice to have
Do you see a perfect match, and would you like to contribute to the growth of Security Academy while helping organizations strengthen their cyber resilience?
You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.
Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.
We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.
We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.
Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.
You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.
We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At DNV, our commtiment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.
Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, visino, and values.
Working here
Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.
At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.
DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.
Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.
