Freelance Business Development Advisor – Brazil

At dss+, you don’t just deliver projects - you help save lives, improve performance, and build a more sustainable future.
We are a purpose-led global consultancy partnering with organisations in high-risk and asset-intensive industries to solve complex operational challenges across safety, operational excellence, and sustainability.
With a heritage rooted in DuPont’s industrial operations, we combine deep expertise, practical problem-solving, and digital innovation to deliver measurable and lasting impact for our clients.

This role focuses on accelerating growth in Brazil by building strong, trusted relationships with senior leaders across capital-intensive industries.
As a freelance advisor, you will leverage your executive network and market credibility to open doors, facilitate high-value conversations, and support the development of strategic client opportunities.

Why This Industry
At dss+, we work across a range of high-risk, asset-intensive industries including mining, energy, chemicals, and manufacturing.
We partner with organisations to improve safety, operational performance, and sustainability — delivering measurable impact at scale.
This role offers the opportunity to engage across industries, contributing to meaningful growth and long-term client impact.

You will play a critical role in expanding dss+ market presence in Brazil, leveraging your network and influence to connect with senior decision-makers and convert relationships into strategic opportunities.

Key Accountabilities

• Leverage existing executive relationships to gain access to Boards, C-suite leaders, shareholders, and key decision-makers

• Facilitate high-level conversations that position dss+ as a trusted strategic partner

• Identify and develop business opportunities aligned to client priorities in safety, operational performance, and transformation

• Build and strengthen long-term relationships with strategic accounts across capital-intensive industries

• Provide market insights, industry knowledge, and client intelligence to support business development strategy

• Collaborate with dss+ consulting teams to shape and convert opportunities into qualified engagements

• Support the development of long-term account strategies and sustained client partnerships

Deliver on our Purpose
Be part of a values-led organisation where your work helps save lives, improve performance, and advance sustainability for our clients and their people.

Develop your Trusted Expertise
Gain early autonomy and real accountability, working closely with senior clients on complex, high-impact challenges.

Thrive in a Culture of Respect
Join an inclusive and collaborative environment where your voice is valued, your curiosity is encouraged, and your wellbeing is supported.

Shape your Career
Accelerate your development through hands-on experience, structured learning, and opportunities to work on international projects.

We are implementers and change-makers. Our teams work from the boardroom to the shop floor, helping organisations build resilience, improve performance, and sustain results over time.
Our expertise spans industries including metals and mining, energy, chemicals, manufacturing, and private equity — combining deep operational knowledge with transformation and capability-building expertise.

dss+ is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is respected, valued, and able to contribute fully.
We believe diversity strengthens our organisation and drives better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve.

You bring strong commercial acumen, an influential presence, and the ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. You are comfortable operating at executive level, navigating complex organisations, and identifying opportunities that align business priorities with impactful solutions.

You are a recognised senior executive, advisor, or industry leader with an established network in Brazil. You are either an independent consultant or available on a freelance basis, able to bring immediate connectivity and insight into target markets.

Experience

• Proven track record in senior business development, advisory, or leadership roles within complex B2B environments

• Established network with Boards, CEOs, senior executives, and key decision-makers

• Experience operating within capital-intensive industries (e.g. energy, mining, chemicals, manufacturing)

• Experience connecting strategy, operational performance, and transformation initiatives

Capabilities

• Strong relationship-building and influencing capability at executive level

• Ability to identify and develop strategic opportunities from initial conversations

• Strong commercial awareness and consultative mindset

• Ability to navigate complex organisations and stakeholder environments

Education & Languages

• Degree or equivalent experience in business, engineering, or a related field

• Fluency in Portuguese and English (mandatory)

Mobility

• Based in Brazil with flexibility for client engagement and travel as required

• Availability for freelance or advisory-based engagement models