Now Hiring - Information Technology Business Development Representative in Washington, DC

In business, as in life, relationships are everything. Founded by two former S&P 500 CEO’s and a presidential press secretary, Leadership Connectis a premier people intelligence service built for developing relationships that impact decisions in government, business, and media. Using a combination of deep research expertise and cutting-edge technology, we help professionals across the private and public sectors win business and influence policy.

Given our growth and expansion, we’re in need of a Business Development Representative to champion our new business efforts in the public sector. This is a hybrid position in our D.C. office working alongside our public sector sales and business development teams with a focus on winning new business.

We have a fast-paced, progressive environment with a clear sales development process, exposing you to all elements of selling our software. You’ll be the tip of the spear in helping us connect with industry leaders.

About You:

· You have experience working in an office environment.

· You are results-driven, competitive, and comfortable developing new relationships over the phone and email.

· You are successful in leading meetings with public sector senior executives – both in person and online.

· You are seeking a fast-paced work environment where you can contribute to the development and implementation of new processes.

· Your communication skills are your strength, and you love writing effective copy.

· You are a self-starter who takes ownership of your assignments and can work proactively with a team to reach your goals.

· You have familiarity with a CRM (preferably Salesforce).

· You have superior time management and organization skills and constantly strive for improvements.

About the role:

· Establishing, developing, and growing new business relationships with influential contacts within target public sector accounts.

· Becoming an expert in our public sector clients, workflows, and their challenges.

· Understanding an organization’s business drivers, challenges, pain points and hierarchy.

· Engaging with executive leaders to discuss relevant business solutions and articulate product benefits and advantages relative to competitor offerings.

· Early career role with experience, knowledge, or interest in the government or in public sector contracting.

Getting Started:

· First Week: You will get to know the team, gain exposure to our products, and learn about our clients.

· First Month: You will be assigned your territory and will receive training on our products and sales process.

· First Quarter: You will be an active member of the team, engage with clients, and make an impact by building relationships with major prospects in your territory.

About our Work Environment:

· We encourage all our Connectors to excel by offering competitive compensation for top talent.

· We foster a friendly and fun environment, with regular team-building events, happy hours, and more.

· We hold weekly town halls led by our CEO to answer questions about business plans, product direction, and company goals.

· We are a growing company that is rapidly changing to meet the demands of our clients, while leveraging our strong brand in the market.

· Our culture is collaborative, ideas are valued and welcomed, and team members with initiative are rewarded.

· This is a hybrid position; our office is in Washington, D.C. with a requirement to be in the office 3 days each week during your first quarter with the company.

Benefits/Rewards:

· Awesome medical insurance plan
· Dental insurance
· Life & Disability insurance
· Flexible spending and health savings accounts
· Open PTO policy
· Eleven Holidays
· $3,000 Employee Referral Program
· Employer contribution to 401(k) plan

Leadership Connect is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

This position is NOT ELIGIBLE FOR IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP by Leadership Connect.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience level:

• 1 year

Shift:

• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Hybrid remote
• Office

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Washington, DC 20006: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20006