Business Development Advisor

MRA - The Management Association; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN, WI); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(k) plans with company match

Life and AD&D insurance

Professional development

Job summary

MRA - The Management Association, Minnesota, seeks a Member Relations Advisor to serve as a trusted resource for current and prospective members and to maximize membership value. The role blends member engagement, relationship management, business development, and customer service in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

This flexible, hybrid role combines office-based work with virtual and in-person member interactions across Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Waukesha, La Crosse, Eau Claire, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, HR, or related field.
• 1–2 years in customer service, account management, or related field.
• Strong relationship-building and outstanding customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM familiarity.
• Willingness to travel periodically to member locations and events.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted resource and relationship manager for current and prospective members.
• Connect members to MRA's services and identify solutions to meet business needs.
• Build strong, long-term partnerships in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Support member engagement and business development within the assigned territory.

Skills

Customer service

Relationship management

Communication

CRM experience

MS Office

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

Salesforce

CRM software

Job description

Friendly. Accountable. Centered on Members. Engaged.

That's the FACE Culture, and it's what we live and breathe every day at MRA.

MRA (The Management Association) is seeking a Member Relations Advisor to join our team.

As the largest employer association in the nation, MRA helps more than 5,000 employers navigate today's workplace challenges through trusted HR expertise, training, consulting, talent solutions, and member resources. For more than 125 years, we've helped organizations build stronger workplaces, and we're just getting started.

As a Member Relations Advisor, you will serve as a trusted resource and relationship manager for current and prospective members. You'll help organizations maximize the value of their membership by connecting them to MRA's broad portfolio of services, identifying solutions to meet their business needs, and building strong, long-term partnerships. This role combines member engagement, relationship management, business development, and customer service in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

If you enjoy building relationships, helping businesses solve problems, and creating exceptional customer experiences, we'd love to hear from you. This flexible, hybrid role combines office-based work with virtual and in-person member interactions throughout your assigned territory, which includes Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Waukesha, La Crosse, Eau Claire, and Wausau. We are open to full-time, part-time, or on-demand arrangements, offering the flexibility to match your experience, availability, and career goals.

Qualifications

Required

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Human Resources, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: One to two years of experience in customer service, account management, membership services, business development, sales, or a related field.
• Relationship Management Skills: Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and provide outstanding customer service.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• CRM Experience: Experience utilizing CRM systems, databases, or customer relationship management platforms.
• Competencies: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Other Requirements: Ability to travel periodically to member locations, networking events, conferences, and organizational activities.

Preferred

• Experience: Experience working in an association, membership-based organization, nonprofit, or professional services environment.
• Technical Skills: Experience using Salesforce or similar CRM platforms.
• Business Development: Experience supporting membership recruitment, retention, account management, or business development initiatives.
• Events: Experience supporting conferences, trade shows, networking events, or member engagement programs.
• Marketing & Communications: Experience creating member communications, newsletters, or promotional materials.
• Analytics: Experience utilizing membership reports, engagement metrics, or CRM data to support decision-making.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation program
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, and a volunteer day)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)
• Company 401(k) match
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• A collaborative, member-focused culture where your work makes a difference every day

The approximate pay range for this position is based on location. Please note that the pay range provided is a good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be based on factors including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, skills, abilities, and work location.