Business Development Manager

NY, DC, Oakland. Posted 12 months ago

The role

You will support the new business engine by tracking the pipeline and project-managing proposals and pitches. You will coordinate RFP responses and help connect prospect goals to agency solutions.

What you will do

Coordinate RFP responses, proposals, pitches, and scopes of work from start to finish
Build timelines, track owners and deliverables, and run kickoffs and check-ins
Review RFPs and help turn them into a plan
Draft and edit memos, proposals, pitch decks, and collateral for C-suite leaders
Manage logistics and process throughout the sales lifecycle
Join qualifying calls alongside VPs and SVPs
Research prospects and clients and share findings with senior leadership
Support agency marketing including case studies, newsletters, website updates, and social content
Coordinate logistics for industry conferences and events
Support industry awards submissions

Required qualifications

3–5 years managing complex, deadline-driven projects with many contributors
Familiarity with nonprofit fundraising
Track record of getting work out of people you do not manage
Clear, concise, persuasive business writing and strong editing instincts
Comfort with a high volume of internal and client interaction
Impeccable ethical standards and professionalism

Nice to have

Experience in marketing, communications, and digital strategy
Experience with Google Workspace or CRMs

Benefits

Unlimited time-off (inclusive of sick, personal, and vacation days)
$1,250 annually in professional development funds
Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible and health savings accounts
401K & employer match
Generous paid holiday schedule
12-week fully-paid parental leave for all parents-to-be
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Remote work flexibility

About the company

Blue State is a purpose-driven agency that partners with leading causes, brands, and campaigns. It is an independent agency in the US and London.