US Business Development Director for Interpreting

Acolad group; Hudson (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading localization firm is seeking a Business Development Director for Interpreting in Wisconsin. This role involves developing sales strategies and maintaining a robust pipeline while driving engagements that align with client needs. Candidates should have extensive experience in sales within the Interpretation industry, strong communication skills, and a BA/BS degree or equivalent. Competitive benefits are offered, and salary ranges from $90,000 to $115,000 annually. This full-time position requires travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience as a sales executive or manager in the Interpretation Industry.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Experience in creating and selling Interpreting solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve sales targets.
• Understand business needs and effectively communicate value propositions.
• Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline.

Skills

Localization sales expertise

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Customer-centric selling

Presentation skills

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent

Job description

US Business Development Director for Interpreting

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Acolad is seeking a strategic and results‑driven Business Development Director to lead new business growth within our Interpreting division in the United States. In this role, you will develop and execute sales strategies, build and maintain a robust pipeline, and position Acolad’s interpreting solutions effectively in a competitive market. Acting as a key liaison between prospects and internal teams, you will drive high‑value engagements and ensure our offerings align with client needs. This senior‑level opportunity is ideal for a seasoned sales leader with deep expertise in the Interpretation industry and a proven track record of exceeding targets.

About the role

Acolad is seeking a strategic and results‑driven Business Development Director to lead new business growth within our Interpreting division in the United States. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategies, building and maintaining a robust pipeline, and positioning Acolad’s interpreting solutions effectively in a competitive market. Acting as a key liaison between prospects and internal teams, you will drive high‑value engagements and ensure our offerings align with client needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic plan to achieve sales targets and expand our customer base.
• Partner with prospects and customers to understand their business needs and objectives.
• Effectively communicate the value proposition through proposals and presentations.
• Understand category‑specific landscapes and trends.
• Report and act on forces that shift tactical budgets and strategic direction of accounts and prospective accounts.
• Own and hit or exceed annual assigned sales targets for new business growth.
• Build and maintain pipeline to 3× annual target and keep CRM and associated tools up to date.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree or equivalent.
• 4–6 years of experience as a localization sales executive, sales manager or sales and marketing director within the Interpretation Industry.
• Ability to communicate, present and influence all levels of the organization, including executive and C‑level.
• Proven ability to drive the sales process from plan to close.
• Proven ability to position products against competitors.
• Demonstrable experience in net new sales, developing client‑focused, differentiated, and achievable solutions.
• Excellent listening, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer‑centric selling an advantage.
• Experience in creating and selling Interpreting solutions.
• Advanced knowledge of all aspects of the localization process, including extensive knowledge of translation and workflow tools.
• Ability to travel up to 50 % of the time.

Benefits

Acolad offers a comprehensive benefits package. New employees are eligible to receive benefits on the first day of the month after their start date. Highlights of the program include:

• ❤️ Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options.
• ❤️ Many other voluntary options to choose from: Voluntary Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability, Buy‑Up Short‑Term Disability, Identity Theft, Legal Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance.
• ❤️ 401(k) plan with 50 % match on 12 % employee contribution – providing an employer contribution of up to 6 %.
• ❤️ Starting with 15 days of paid time off annually, with ability to move to 28 days within five years of tenure.
• ❤️ Nine paid holidays per year.

Additional information

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Business Development, Sales, and Strategy/Planning

Industries: Translation and Localization

This role will close on January 30th, 2026.

Salary: 90 000 $ to 115 000 $ per year. This position is eligible for variable compensation in addition to the base salary.