Associate Director, Private Equity Sales & BD - Hybrid

Acuity Knowledge Partners; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Associate Director for Sales & Business Development in the Private Equity sector. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in business development, particularly in the Alternative Asset Management space. Responsibilities include managing enterprise sales cycles, negotiating with C-Suite executives, and building long-term client relationships. The role requires strong presentation and negotiation skills, along with a proven ability to meet sales quotas. This hybrid position offers opportunities for travel and engagement with senior decision-makers.

Qualifications

• Experience selling to banks, private equity, venture capital, corporates, or consulting firms is required.
• Strong network in the Florida market.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and initiating new sales opportunities through prospecting.
• Negotiating and closing complex agreements with CXO-level stakeholders.
• Meeting sales quotas by acquiring new clients.

Skills

Negotiation

Presentation Skills

Client Relationship Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Economics

Job description

A leading company is seeking an Associate Director for Sales & Business Development in the Private Equity sector. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in business development, particularly in the Alternative Asset Management space. Responsibilities include managing enterprise sales cycles, negotiating with C-Suite executives, and building long-term client relationships. The role requires strong presentation and negotiation skills, along with a proven ability to meet sales quotas. This hybrid position offers opportunities for travel and engagement with senior decision-makers.