Sales & Business Development Associate

Tech Sales Jobs; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans

401(k)

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting North America is seeking a Sales & Business Development Associate to support marketing and sales initiatives from a hybrid office location in the US. You will help create materials, manage leads, and analyze campaigns to drive growth.

You will report to the Manager, Sales & Business Development, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to achieve business objectives. Prior SaaS exposure and strong communication skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance or related field or 2+ years sales experience.
• 1+ year in a comparable sales/business development or inside/virtual sales role.
• Experience with software/SaaS solutions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update marketing and sales materials, including presentations and brochures.
• Execute and monitor lead generation campaigns and analyze results for improvements.
• Organize and maintain comprehensive sales records and customer databases.
• Conduct market analysis to identify new opportunities for business growth.
• Coordinate sales events, including workshops and webinars, and track their effectiveness.
• Assist in the preparation of sales proposals and quotations.
• Monitor and report on sales performance metrics and KPIs.
• Provide support to the sales team in prospecting and qualifying leads.
• Respond to customer inquiries and support their ongoing needs.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance sales and marketing efforts.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Project coordination

CRM software proficiency

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Time management

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance or related field

2+ years of relevant sales/business development experience

Tools

CRM Software

Job description

Location: USA - Riverwoods, IL, USA - Columbus, OH, USA - Minneapolis, MN, USA - Clayton, MO, USA - Irvine, CA, Michelle Dr, USA - Waltham, MA, USA - St Cloud, MN, USA - Colonie, NY, USA - Kennesaw, GA, USA - Wichita, KS, USA - Madison, WI, Junction Rd, USA - Cary, NC, USA - Glastonbury, CT, USA - Torrance, CA, USA - Phoenix, AZ, USA - Baltimore, MD, West Pratt Street, USA - Philadelphia, PA, USA - Wilmington, DE, Orange St, USA - Chicago, IL, West Adams St, USA - Chicago, IL, South LaSalle St, USA - Coppell, TX, USA - Babylon, NY, USA - Denver, CO, USA - Houston, TX, Allen Pkwy, USA - Tampa, FL, USA - Dallas, TX, USA - New York City, NY, USA - Indianapolis, IN

Remote Type: Hybrid (8 days/month)

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

****This is a hybrid position. You will be required to work from a Wolters Kluwer office in the U.S. on a weekly basis***

The digital future has arrived and the tax and accounting professions are changing rapidly. Professionals today have different needs, expectations and capabilities. In addition to accuracy, they need greater mobility, simplicity and speed. These needs place a premium on access to active intelligence, agile systems and integrated workflow solutions -- in short "Best in Process" solutions. This is precisely the value that Wolters Kluwer, Tax & Accounting US delivers to professionals.

As a Sales & Business Development Associate for Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting North America, you will play a key role in supporting our sales and marketing initiatives. Your contributions will directly impact our ability to meet business objectives and achieve growth. You will handle various operational tasks and support strategic planning efforts, ensuring our marketing and sales endeavors are well‑executed and aligned with company goals. You will report to the Manager, Sales & Business Development, Tax & Accounting North America. Additional responsibilities are outlined below:

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Develop and update marketing and sales materials, including presentations and brochures
• Execute and monitor lead generation campaigns and analyze results for improvements
• Organize and maintain comprehensive sales records and customer databases
• Conduct market analysis to identify new opportunities for business growth
• Coordinate sales events, including workshops and webinars, and track their effectiveness
• Assist in the preparation of sales proposals and quotations
• Monitor and report on sales performance metrics and KPIs
• Provide support to the sales team in prospecting and qualifying leads
• Respond to customer inquiries and support their ongoing needs
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance sales and marketing efforts
• Other duties as assigned by Manager

YOU'RE A GREAT FIT IF YOU HAVE:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance or related field. OR, if no degree; 2 or more years of relevant sales/business development experience

Minimum Experience:

• 1 or more years’ experience in a comparable sales/business development or inside/virtual sales role
• Demonstrated track record of success and achievement in a comparable sales/business development role

Nice to have:

• 6+ months experience working with software/SaaS solutions or other relevant digital/technical products in a non-manufacturing/Retail or service-related industry

Other Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Analytical Skills: Capability to analyze sales data and campaign performance
• Intermediate Research Skills: Enhanced ability to conduct and interpret market research
• Project Coordination: Ability to coordinate sales and marketing projects effectively.
• CRM Software Proficiency: Understanding of customer relationship management tools
• Presentation Skills: Ability to create and deliver engaging sales presentations
• Problem‑Solving: Capability to address customer inquiries and find suitable solutions
• Time Management: Skills to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines
• Written Communication: Ability to produce clear and persuasive sales documentation

TRAVEL:

• Up to 10% annually for company and/or client events

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Our Interview Practices

To maintain a fair and genuine hiring process, we kindly ask that all candidates participate in interviews without the assistance of AI tools or external prompts. Our interview process is designed to assess your individual skills, experiences, and communication style. We value authenticity and want to ensure we’re getting to know you—not a digital assistant. To help maintain this integrity, we ask to remove virtual backgrounds and include in‑person interviews in our hiring process. Please note that use of AI‑generated responses or third‑party support during interviews will be grounds for disqualification from the recruitment process.

Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.

Compensation:

$36,800.00 - $61,700.00 USD

Compensation range listed is based on primary location of the position. Actual base salary offer is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skills, experience and actual hiring location. Your recruiter can share more information about the specific offer for the job location during the hiring process.

Additional Information:

Wolters Kluwer offers a wide variety of competitive benefits and programs to help meet your needs and balance your work and personal life, including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Commuter Benefits, Tuition Assistance Plan, Vacation and Sick Time, and Paid Parental Leave. Full details of our benefits are available upon request.