Business Development Manager (EIU)

WeAreAspire; New York (NY); On-site; USD 92,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research and advisory firm based in New York is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth across the Americas. You will be responsible for selling high-value research and data solutions, managing the entire sales cycle, and achieving set KPIs. The ideal candidate should have proven sales abilities, excellent communication skills, and a strong record in meeting sales quotas. This role offers a competitive compensation package with significant commission potential.

Qualifications

• Proven hunter with experience cold calling and winning new business.
• Strong achievement record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Generate net-new business across a portfolio of accounts.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to close.
• Prepare accurate sales forecasts and contribute new growth ideas.

Skills

Cold calling

Negotiation

Communication

Sales quotas achievement

Presentation skills

Job description

Business Development Manager – Intelligence Unit

A global leader in the economic, political, and industry analysis sector is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth across the Americas region. The role offers the opportunity to sell high‑value research, data, and advisory solutions to a diverse client base spanning financial services, corporate enterprises, government, consulting, and professional services.

Responsibilities

• Generate net‑new business across a portfolio of accounts, including Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 companies
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting and discovery to negotiation and close
• Build and maintain a healthy pipeline through proactive outreach, including cold calling and marketing‑led follow‑up
• Identify client challenges and map them to the appropriate solutions
• Prepare accurate sales forecasts and contribute new growth ideas
• Achieve and exceed KPIs, sales quotas, and activity expectations
• Collaborate closely with internal sales support, marketing, and product teams
• Continually deepen your understanding of product offerings, industry trends, and client needs

Qualifications

• Proven hunter with experience cold calling and winning new business
• Strong achievement record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and closing skills
• Able to simplify complex concepts for senior‑level buyers
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize in a fast‑moving environment
• Creative problem‑solver and proactive self‑starter
• Industry experience is a plus, but strong sales skills are the priority

Compensation

• Base salary: $92,000 – $115,000 per year
• Commission: Approx. $75,000 on‑target (plus ~20% accelerator potential)

We Are Aspire Ltd are a Disability Confident Commited employer.