Business Development Director-Recruiting

UHY-US; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

UHY-US is seeking a Business Development Director to identify and pursue new business opportunities, nurture client relationships, and support the overall growth of the practice. You will lead client acquisition efforts, collaborate with partners, and guide cross-selling initiatives to maximize engagement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and 8+ years of relevant experience, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Travel and onsite work are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business development, sales, or related role.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting and finance principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain a robust client pipeline through networking and outreach.
• Foster strong relationships with existing clients and ensure satisfaction.
• Collaborate with partners, senior management, and service teams to align BD efforts with firm goals.
• Identify opportunities to cross-sell additional services to clients.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Sales targets

Networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

As a Business Development Director, you will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, fostering client relationships, and contributing to the overall growth and success of the practice.

Client Acquisition

• Develop and implement strategies to attract new clients
• Build and maintain a pipeline of potential clients through networking and outreach

Relationship Management

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing clients
• Act as a liaison between clients and the firm, ensuring client satisfaction and addressing concerns

Collaboration with Teams

• Work closely with partners, senior management, and service teams to align business development efforts with the firm's overall goals

Cross-selling Services

• Identify opportunities to cross-sell additional services to existing clients
• Collaborate with service teams to maximize client engagement and satisfaction

Market Research and Analysis

• Conduct market research to identify potential clients and industry trends
• Analyze competitor strategies and market dynamics to identify areas for growth

Proposal Support

• Collaborate with partners and senior management to create compelling proposals for potential clients
• Customize proposals based on client needs and the firm's service offerings

Networking and Business Events

• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and networking functions
• Develop and maintain a professional network to generate business leads

Sales Reporting and Analysis

• Track and report on sales performance and business development activities
• Analyze data to assess the effectiveness of strategies and make recommendations for improvement

Supervisory responsibilities

• Will supervise subordinate team members

Work environment

• There is an expectation to spend time with the prospect and/or client in accordance with specified needs
• Time may be spent in both the Firm’s office environment and/or the prospect/client premises where conditions may vary
• The volume and predictability of work may vary with prospect/client demands; may be subject to on-call requests with short notice and work hours exceeding 40 per week
• May involve prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time
• The ability to transport necessary equipment between locations; this requires the ability to lift issued equipment such as laptops, backpacks, keyboards, note-taking materials, bending or standing as necessary
• Travel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending upon prospect’s/client’s needs

Required education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business development, sales, or related role
• 8+ years of relevant experience
• Strong understanding of accounting and finance principles
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets

Preferred education and experience

• Proven experiences in business development, sales, or related role within the CPA or financial services industry

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.