Business Development Specialist

Business Development Specialist | Marketing & Advertising Agency Are you a natural rainmaker who thrives on turning conversations into long-term partnerships? A well-established, full-service marketing agency with a decades-long track record of helping brands grow is looking for a Director of Business Development to lead and expand its new business efforts. This is an opportunity to work directly with executive leadership and play a key role in shaping the agency’s future by identifying new opportunities, building relationships, and winning exciting new clients in the gaming industry. About the Opportunity You’ll lead the agency’s end-to-end new business strategy — from identifying and researching prospects to crafting compelling proposals and closing new accounts. The ideal candidate is equal parts strategist, relationship builder, and closer who understands how to translate client needs into creative marketing solutions. What You’ll Do Drive lead generation and prospecting efforts to maintain a healthy sales pipeline. Research target prospects and assemble insights that spark interest and open doors. Develop and execute new business proposals, RFP responses, and agency pitch presentations . Partner with agency leadership and creative teams to build integrated marketing solutions for prospects. Maintain and manage a CRM database tracking all prospect communications and opportunities. Represent the agency at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities . Identify emerging industry trends and growth opportunities across key sectors. Ensure outbound marketing efforts remain active, including email campaigns, website updates, and social media engagement . Build and nurture a network of strategic partners and prospective clients . What Makes This Role Exciting Work directly with the CEO and agency leadership on growth strategy. Join a collaborative team known for strategic thinking, creative execution, and measurable results . Help shape the future of a respected agency that partners with brands across travel, hospitality, entertainment, and other dynamic industries . Be the voice of the agency in the market — representing its vision, capabilities, and unique perspective. Proven success in business development, sales, or agency growth roles . Strong ability to build relationships and close new business . Experience leading RFP processes, proposals, and presentations . Strategic mindset with the ability to connect client needs to creative marketing solutions. Organized and detail-oriented, with experience managing CRM systems and prospect pipelines . Comfortable representing an agency at industry events and networking opportunities . • On-target earnings: $200K–$250K based on new client wins • Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match • Travel expenses are covered If you enjoy opening doors, building lasting partnerships, and helping brands grow through smart marketing strategies, this role offers a chance to make a major impact. #J-18808-Ljbffr