Strategic Business Development Director, Central Virginia

Warren Whitney; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Health insurance

Life & disability insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Warren Whitney is seeking a senior Director of Business Development to expand client and referral relationships across Central Virginia. You will engage with CEOs, C‑suite leaders, and nonprofit executives, translating client needs into Warren Whitney's fractional executive and consulting services.

This senior, consultative role offers autonomy, collaboration with experienced professionals, and the chance to shape growth by developing strategic partnerships with bankers, attorneys, wealth

Qualifications

• A demonstrated track record of successful business development, relationship management, or client development, preferably within professional services, commercial banking, or a related field.
• Established relationships within the Richmond and Central Virginia business and nonprofit communities.
• Experience developing trusted relationships with CEOs, C‑suite executives, business owners, board members, and other senior leaders.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to understand organizational challenges and connect clients with appropriate expertise and solutions.
• A consultative, relationship‑oriented approach to business development.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong judgment, initiative, and problem‑solving ability.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team of experienced professionals.
• A genuine commitment to doing what is best for clients and building long‑term relationships.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients, particularly CEOs, C‑suite executives, business owners, and board leaders.
• Identify organizations that could benefit from Warren Whitney's fractional executive and consulting services.
• Develop a strong understanding of prospective clients' business needs, challenges, and priorities.
• Take a consultative approach to business development, connecting client needs with the appropriate Warren Whitney expertise and services.
• Guide opportunities from initial relationship development through proposal and engagement.
• Identify opportunities to expand Warren Whitney's relationships and services with existing clients.

Skills

Relationship building

Business development

Strategic partnerships

Executive outreach

Networking

Communication skills

Job description

Warren Whitney is seeking a senior Director of Business Development to expand client and referral relationships across Central Virginia. You will engage with CEOs, C‑suite leaders, and nonprofit executives, translating client needs into Warren Whitney's fractional executive and consulting services.

This senior, consultative role offers autonomy, collaboration with experienced professionals, and the chance to shape growth by developing strategic partnerships with bankers, attorneys, wealth