Business Development Director

Business Development Associatemaslansky + partners is the leader and creator of Language Strategy®. We find the right words to make audiences listen, care, and act, based on a simple but powerful idea: when it comes to truly effective communications, it's not what you say, it's what they hear®. We are researchers, strategists, linguists, and behavioral scientists who spend our days helping the world's most influential and innovative organizations harness the power of language to shape opinion and change behavior.Clients look to us for the words and message framing that will help them win. To lift a brand or improve a reputation. To reframe an issue, introduce a product, or restore trust. To navigate a crisis or simply have a bigger impact with whatever you are communicating.Responsibilities:Manage and continuously improve our contact database and targeting lists, including researching, building, and maintaining prospect lists focused on executive decision-makersExecute, analyze, and recommend improvements to email outreach campaigns using HubSpotTrack, organize, and report on new business activityIdentify and implement tools and workflows that improve how we target, reach, and track prospectsCoordinate the full meeting lifecycle, from scheduling and logistics through internal briefings and post-meeting follow-up; ensure nothing falls through the cracksSupport the development and updating of client-facing materials including capability decks, proposals, and info sheets, working closely with the Account Services Director and subject matter expertsAssist in planning and executing conference and event participation — research relevant opportunities, manage logistics, and ensure follow-up is capturedParticipate in key account planning alongside the Account Services Director, helping to prioritize outreach and identify patterns across the pipelineQualifications:3–5 years of experience in business development, marketing operations, client services, or a related field. Professional services or agency background preferred but not requiredDemonstrated experience with HubSpot or comparable CRM and email marketing platformsComfort with AI tools and a genuine curiosity about applying them to improve new business effortsExceptional organizational skills and attention to detail; this role has a high volume of moving pieces and accuracy mattersStrong written communication skills; comfort drafting outreach copy and internal updatesProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint and ExcelA scrappy, self-directed work style where you're comfortable operating without a fully defined playbook and are motivated by the opportunity to help build oneThe range below represents the low and high end of the base salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of maslansky + partners in New York City. Salaries will vary based on various factors including but not limited to professional and academic experience, training, associated responsibilities, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire.The anticipated base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $150,000. This position is also eligible for an annual sales incentive that can range from 10% - 50%. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and other benefits also are available. Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.