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September 14, 2026•6 min read•Updated October 25, 2026

English-Speaking Sales Jobs in Germany: The Complete Guide

How many English-speaking sales jobs are there in Germany? 258 verified openings as of October 25, 2026: which roles, cities and employers lead, and what gets you hired.

By Nora Albrecht, Founder & Editor, English Jobs in Germany

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TL;DR

As of October 25, 2026, EJIG lists 258 verified English-speaking sales jobs in Germany. Enterprise & B2B Sales (83), Pre-Sales & Solutions (56) and Sales Management (36) are the largest role types. 86 are open to remote candidates across Germany, 86 are in Berlin and 56 in Munich. Most openings are Senior (88) or Mid-level (75); 24 are entry-level.

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There are 269 English-speaking Sales jobs open in Germany (updated ).

How many English-speaking sales jobs are there in Germany?

As of October 25, 2026, there are 258 English-speaking sales jobs open in Germany on EJIG, and every one has been checked for an English-language working environment. Sales is the second-largest category on the site, behind Software & IT.

Where they are:

Browse the full list at English-speaking sales jobs in Germany.

Which sales roles hire the most English speakers?

Role mix as of October 25, 2026:

  • Enterprise & B2B Sales (Account Executive): 83 jobs. Owns the sales cycle from qualified lead to signed deal.
  • Pre-Sales & Solutions (Solutions or Sales Engineer): 56 jobs. Technical demos and integration questions during the sales cycle; see Pre-Sales & Solutions jobs.
  • Sales Management: 36 jobs; see Sales Management jobs.
  • Business Development: 30 jobs. Opening new accounts and markets; see Business Development jobs.
  • Channel & Partner Sales: 18 jobs.
  • Inside Sales & SDR: 18 jobs. Prospecting and booking meetings for Account Executives; see SDR jobs.
  • Account Management: 15 jobs. Renewals and expansion with existing customers.

What experience level do these jobs ask for?

Of the 258 roles, 88 are Senior, 75 Mid-level, 36 Executive and 27 Lead; 24 are entry-level and 8 have no level stated. So sales is stronger for people with a track record than for career starters. If you are starting out, the SDR and entry-level listings are the place to look: entry-level jobs in Germany.

Which companies are hiring English-speaking sales staff?

As of October 25, 2026, the employers with the most open sales roles on EJIG are GitLab (8), Databricks (6), Formlabs (5), bunch (5) and Langdock (5), followed by Upvest, GetYourGuide and BLP Digital with 4 each. Counts change daily as roles fill and new ones are posted.

Why do German companies hire sales staff in English?

Companies that sell software and services across Europe organise sales teams by market, not by office language. A team covering the UK and Ireland, the Nordics or a global enterprise segment often works in English even when the company is headquartered in Berlin or Munich. Sales tools and methods (Salesforce, HubSpot, MEDDIC) are also English-first. Roles aimed at the German market itself are more likely to require German, so read each description closely.

What do German employers screen for in sales hiring?

  • A track record over a title. Quota attainment, pipeline numbers and specific deals carry more weight than years of experience.
  • A structured interview process. Expect a recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation, a role-play or mock sales call, and often a case study.
  • Written English. Email and CRM notes are part of the job and are assessed alongside spoken skills.
  • A second language for some teams. Market-specific teams may require that market's language in addition to English.

How do I start?

Lead with your numbers and be specific about the markets and segments you have sold into. Then work from the focused lists: Berlin, Munich or remote. New to the German job market? Read Jobs in Germany Without German Language for the broader picture.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many English-speaking sales jobs are there in Germany?

As of October 25, 2026, EJIG lists 258 verified English-speaking sales jobs in Germany: 86 open to remote candidates, 86 in Berlin and 56 in Munich.

Can I work in sales in Germany without speaking German?

Yes. Many companies selling to several European markets run sales teams in English, particularly for markets outside Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Roles focused on the German market are more likely to require German.

What is the easiest sales role to break into without prior experience?

SDR (Sales Development Representative) is generally the most accessible entry point. As of October 25, 2026, 18 of the 258 English-speaking sales jobs are Inside Sales & SDR roles and 24 are entry-level.

Which German cities have the most English-speaking sales jobs?

As of October 25, 2026, Berlin has 86 and Munich has 56, followed by Hamburg and Frankfurt with 8 each. A further 86 sales jobs are open to remote candidates across Germany.

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