Business Development Associate

Beyondmk; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO and paid parental leave

Job summary

Beyondmk, based in Wheeling, is searching for a Business Development Associate. This entry-level role focuses on developing a sales pipeline and engaging prospects. Candidates should be energetic, people-oriented, and eager to grow in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities include promoting the BMK brand, managing client relationships, and contributing to proposals. Competitive salary of $35,000 plus commission and comprehensive benefits package available.

Qualifications

• Must be local to the Wheeling area and eager to build a career.
• Comfortable with technology and quick to learn new tools.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and engage leads and prospects.
• Promote the BMK brand through networking and outreach.
• Manage a growing pipeline of opportunities using CRM.
• Nurture existing client relationships for repeat business.
• Support the agency's marketing efforts.

Skills

Energetic

Charismatic

Confident

Organizational skills

Communication

Curiosity about people

Education

Background in marketing, advertising, or graphic design

Tools

CRM and sales tools

Job description

Description

Who We Are

Beyond Marketing (BMK) is a full-service marketing agency with 35 years of history right here in the greater Wheeling area. We work with clients across a wide range of industries including banking, healthcare, hospitality, tourism, entertainment, and more, delivering everything from brand strategy and advertising to digital marketing, media, and public relations.

We’re one of only a few agencies of our kind in this region, and we’re proud of the community we’ve grown up in. If you’re a local talent looking to launch your career in a creative, fast-moving environment without having to leave the area to do it, keep reading.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Business Development Associate to join our team. This is an entry‑level role built for someone who is driven, people-oriented, and ready to learn. You don’t need a sales background to apply – you need energy, curiosity, and the kind of personality that makes people want to do business with you.

You’ll work closely with our Business Development Manager, who will not only train you, but remain a hands‑on partner. Over time, you’ll take on increasing ownership of BMK’s business development efforts including building a sales pipeline, engaging prospects, supporting proposals, and helping grow the agency.

What You’ll Do

Once you’ve completed training and onboarding, your day‑to‑day will look something like this:

• Identify, research, and engage leads, prospects, and referral sources in our target markets
• Promote the BMK brand through networking events, community outreach, and public relations initiatives
• Use our CRM and sales tools to build, track, and manage a growing pipeline of opportunities
• Nurture relationships with existing clients to generate repeat business and referrals
• Contribute to the development and delivery of proposals
• Support the agency’s own marketing efforts
• Work toward established sales goals, with a focus on consistent progress and growth
• Follow best practices and bring fresh ideas to how we develop and refine our processes

Requirements

Who You Are

We’re not looking for someone who has done this before. We’re looking for someone who is built for it. Here’s what we mean:

• You’re energetic, charismatic, and confident. You light up a room and people remember you
• You listen as well as you talk. You’re genuinely curious about people and their needs
• You’re organized and self‑motivated, with the ability to manage your own priorities
• You communicate clearly, both in conversation and in writing
• You’re comfortable with technology and can learn new tools and applications quickly
• You’re local to the Wheeling area and want to build your career here

Bonus Points (But Not Required)

We’d love it if you have a background in marketing, advertising, or graphic design – whether its a degree or simply coursework. It’s not a dealbreaker if you don’t, but it helps you hit the ground running in an agency environment.

What We Offer

We take care of our people. BMK offers a competitive benefits package because we know that doing your best work starts with feeling supported outside of it.

• Competitive base salary of $35,000, plus commission with real earning potential
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid parental leave
• A structured onboarding and training experience. We set you up to succeed
• A front‑row seat at one of the region's few full‑service marketing agencies
• A team that’s invested in your growth and development
• The chance to build a meaningful career close to home