Strategic Business Growth & Partnerships Lead

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Health and life insurance

Retirement

Holidays

Paid leave

Job summary

Cabinet for Economic Development in Frankfort, KY seeks a Business Development Specialist to cultivate business opportunities and promote Kentucky as an ideal business location. You will build relationships with current and prospective companies, prepare marketing materials, and coordinate with local and international partners.

The role emphasizes proactive outreach, strategic messaging, and collaborative work with state agencies to attract investment and jobs, with a hybrid schedule after

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (business management, finance, marketing, communications, economics, industrial development, economic development, research, site planning, commercial real estate, urban planning, or related).
• Preferred 2–4 years of experience.
• Hybrid telecommuting option may be available after training.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate business development opportunities and promote Kentucky as a business location.
• Coordinate with site selection consultants, local/regional economic developers, and partners.
• Prepare proposals and marketing materials showcasing Kentucky's climate and advantages.
• Identify sites/buildings and communicate incentives and eligibility information.
• Engage with Kentucky companies and those seeking to relocate or invest.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Cabinet for Economic Development in Frankfort, KY seeks a Business Development Specialist to cultivate business opportunities and promote Kentucky as an ideal business location. You will build relationships with current and prospective companies, prepare marketing materials, and coordinate with local and international partners.

The role emphasizes proactive outreach, strategic messaging, and collaborative work with state agencies to attract investment and jobs, with a hybrid schedule after