Business Development Director consulting leaders in Higher Education about how research can transform universities and colleges. This role focuses on crafting solutions and generating revenue based on market research capabilities.
Responsibilities
Consult with prospects to identify challenges and issues impacting education leaders
Educate prospects on solutions offered by Hanover’s unique products and services
Deliver polished presentations by phone and in-person that move opportunities from introduction to close
Manage a robust pipeline of prospects
Accurately forecast based upon realistic opportunity assessment
Meet challenging monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue goals
Act as a mentor to entry-level associates
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree preferred (business, social sciences, education, communications, political science, economics, psychology, public policy preferred)
Minimum of 2-4+ years of consultative sales experience
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Well-developed ability to ask probing questions and match solutions to prospects’ challenges
Strong organization skills and ability to manage a busy pipeline and meeting calendar
Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Salesforce
Ability to travel 10-20%
Benefits
Competitive base salary and uncapped commission earning potential (Top performers earning exceeding $200K+ OTE)
Award-winning training program on markets, research methodologies and sales skills
Starting at 18+ days Paid Time Off
15 observed holidays, including Juneteenth, Indigenous People Day and personal floating days
401(K) employer matching programs
Comprehensive health and dental benefits package
Health and wellness packages with discounts to local gym
Annual company-wide day of service and monthly events partnering with local organizations such as KidPower, Martha’s Kitchen, DC SPCA
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