Business Development Executive

NCC Group

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

401k

Life Assurance

Maternity & Paternity leave

Volunteer programmes

Employee Referral Program

Health Insurance contributions

Learning & Development

Job summary

NCC Group in Chicago is seeking a motivated Junior Account Manager (also called Business Development Executive) to drive new business, nurture client relationships, and identify growth opportunities. You will generate leads, manage accounts, present tailored solutions, and collaborate with senior teams to hit revenue targets, using Salesforce to track progress.

You will join a proactive sales team, enjoy flexible working arrangements, and contribute to a fast-growing security-focused

Qualifications

Proven experience in business development or sales roles.
Strong negotiation and presentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects independently.

Responsibilities

Identify new business opportunities, including new markets, growth areas, trends, and customers.
Generate leads through outbound activity, networking and attending industry events.
Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company goals and objectives.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
Prepare and deliver engaging sales presentations and proposals.
Negotiate contracts and close agreements to maximise revenue and customer satisfaction.
Work with senior Business Development and Account Management professionals to upskill and develop.
Maintain comprehensive records of client interactions, sales activities and progress in Salesforce.
Meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs by driving business growth.

Skills

Business development

Sales experience

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Account management

CRM software

MS Office

Lead generation

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Business Development Executive

Application Deadline: 26 August 2026

Department: Sales

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: USA Chicago

Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Junior Account Manager (internally known as Business Development Executive) to join our expanding team. The ideal candidate is a proactive individual with a passion for building and nurturing client relationships and identifying new business opportunities. You will have a strong understanding of the sales process and excel at generating leads, managing client accounts, and fostering long-term partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

Identify new business opportunities, including new markets, growth areas, trends, and customers.
Generate leads through outbound activity, networking and attending industry events.
Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company goals and objectives.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
Prepare and deliver engaging sales presentations and proposals.
Negotiate contracts and close agreements to maximise revenue and customer satisfaction.
Work with senior Business Development and Account Management professionals to upskill and develop.
Maintain comprehensive records of client interactions, sales activities and progress in Salesforce.
Meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs by driving business growth.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Proven experience in business development, sales or a similar role.
Excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently with minimal supervision.
Proficient in CRM software and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience with lead generation and account management.

Job Benefits