Higher Education Growth Leader: Strategy & Revenue

Attain Partners; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Attain Partners seeks a high-impact Growth Leader for the Higher Education practice in McLean, VA. You will drive business development, market expansion, and revenue growth across Advancement and Student Services, mentoring a small growth team and partnering with delivery and executive leadership.

The role requires a deep Higher Education network, credibility with senior institutional leaders, and a consultative, mission-aligned approach. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Higher Education, consulting, or enterprise technology sales.
• Proven track record in business development and revenue growth.
• Deep understanding of Higher Education culture and decision processes.
• Strong network within the Higher Education ecosystem.
• Experience leading sales or growth-focused teams and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Own growth strategy for Attain's Higher Education practice and revenue goals.
• Develop and manage a robust pipeline across Salesforce, data, and strategy services.
• Build relationships with Chief Advancement Officers and Presidents’ cabinets.
• Lead consultative sales cycles from early relation to close.
• Collaborate with delivery and executive teams to shape proposals.
• Represent Attain as a senior leader in client meetings and pursuits.

Skills

Growth strategy

Executive presence

Account development

Senior stakeholder management

Sales cycle leadership

Strategic partnerships

Tools

Salesforce

Education Cloud

Job description

Attain Partners seeks a high-impact Growth Leader for the Higher Education practice in McLean, VA. You will drive business development, market expansion, and revenue growth across Advancement and Student Services, mentoring a small growth team and partnering with delivery and executive leadership.

The role requires a deep Higher Education network, credibility with senior institutional leaders, and a consultative, mission-aligned approach. Occasional travel may be required.