Strategic BD Leader — Growth & Client Partnerships

Plante & Moran, PLLC; Wakefield (NE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible Time Off

401(k) plan

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Plante Moran is seeking a Business Developer to drive new business opportunities and lead pursuit teams. You will identify client needs, plan outreach, and coordinate cross-functional efforts to win engagements.

The role requires 7–10 years in BD or sales within professional services, with strong relationship-building, strategic thinking, and CRM fluency. Expect some travel and an exempt schedule aligned with client needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field.
• 7–10 years of business development, sales, or client relationship management experience in professional services.
• Ability to develop prospect lists, build pipelines, close business, and forecast accurately.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities by engaging with key leaders and attending events.
• Lead and execute outreach strategies, develop contact plans, and organize meetings to uncover client needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams on pursuit strategies, proposals, and growth objectives.
• Maintain records of BD activities in the CRM and prepare management reports on sales performance.
• Represent the firm at association functions, trade shows, and networking events to promote services.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Relationship management

Strategic thinking

CRM systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

CPA / CBDM / advanced certifications desirable

Tools

CRM systems

Cloud-based accounting tools

Job description

Plante Moran is seeking a Business Developer to drive new business opportunities and lead pursuit teams. You will identify client needs, plan outreach, and coordinate cross-functional efforts to win engagements.

The role requires 7–10 years in BD or sales within professional services, with strong relationship-building, strategic thinking, and CRM fluency. Expect some travel and an exempt schedule aligned with client needs.