BD & Partnerships Manager Benelux

About the Opportunity

We’re looking for a commercial operator and community builder to lead retail-focused partnerships, local initiatives, and ecosystem engagement in the Netherlands and Belgium. You’ll play a key role in protecting and expanding Bitvavo’s #1 position in the Benelux while supporting our broader European growth.

You’re confident building relationships across crypto-native, fintech, and academic spaces. You understand local investor behavior, market dynamics, and competitive trends. You work cross-functionally to align product, messaging, and marketing with Dutch-speaking audiences, combining strategic thinking with hands-on execution from our Amsterdam HQ, with regular presence across the region.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Local partnership and activation strategy and execution: Translate Bitvavo’s growth objectives into a tailored approach for the Netherlands and Belgium, focused on brand visibility, trust, and community reach


• Conference, event, and sponsorship activation: Strengthen Bitvavo’s presence at industry events, crypto meetups, TradFi forums, and university-led initiatives. Evaluate and activate sponsorships that support awareness, reputation, and network growth.


• Ecosystem engagement: Partner with crypto clubs, DAOs, and student programmes to build trust and visibility. Organise and sponsor hackathons, after-parties, and educational events to embed Bitvavo in the local crypto scene.


• Support affiliate and content initiatives: Support Dutch-speaking affiliate and content partnerships in coordination with the affiliate team. Help identify new publishers or creators and contribute to campaign execution.


• Cross-functional collaboration and market feedback: Act as a bridge between the Dutch market and Bitvavo teams. Share insights on local user expectations, trends, and competitive signals to refine messaging, positioning, and product direction.

What We Look For

• Minimum of 3 years in business development, partnerships, or community roles within crypto, fintech, or regulated B2C sectors in the Benelux.


• Experience with local partners, events, or ecosystem activations is a plus.


• Strong communication and great relationship-building skills.


• Proven ability to drive initiatives, manage multiple priorities, and align stakeholders across teams.


• Deep understanding of the Dutch and Belgian retail investor landscape, including crypto culture, fintech players, and regional media. Bonus: familiarity with affiliate, content, or creator partnerships.

At Bitvavo, we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, foster creativity, and lead to better outcomes. We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, ability, or any other characteristic. Join us and be part of a team that values and celebrates your unique contributions.

Bitvavo does not accept resumes from staffing, search, or recruitment firms without a signed agreement. If you send us a resume without such an agreement, we may contact the candidate directly without any obligation whatsoever and no fee of any kind will be paid should we hire the candidate.