VP of Growth & New Business Development

Highwire; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with merit-based opportunities for growth

Flexible hybrid work model

Generous vacation policy

401(k) plan with employer matching

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid parental leave benefits

Monthly technology reimbursement

Employee referral and new business referral bonuses

Dog-friendly office environment

Job summary

Highwire is seeking a Vice President of Business Development to lead and scale our agency's new business function during a significant growth phase. The role involves overseeing the full business lifecycle and building strong client relationships, crucial for the agency's development.

Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in business development, particularly in communications or marketing, and demonstrate a track record in successfully winning new clients through strategic pitches.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in business development and client leadership with a communications, marketing, advertising, or public relations agency.
• Proven success leading complex, multi-stakeholder pitches and winning new business.
• Strong storytelling, pitching, and proposal development skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the full new business lifecycle from qualification to close.
• Build relationships with senior marketing and communications leaders.
• Lead RFPs, referrals, and strategic pitch processes.

Skills

Business development

Client leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic pitching

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Highwire is seeking a Vice President of Business Development to lead and scale our agency's new business function during a significant growth phase. The role involves overseeing the full business lifecycle and building strong client relationships, crucial for the agency's development.

Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in business development, particularly in communications or marketing, and demonstrate a track record in successfully winning new clients through strategic pitches.