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Director, Business Development – Top Banks

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Banking & Payments Strategy & Advisory Services
Consulting Firm

Are you a trusted advisor for $10B+ Asset Sized Banks and Credit Unions who enjoys the thrill of the hunt? If so, this could be a great next step in your career! This is your chance utilize your extensive network of C-level executives at tier-1 financial institutions throughout the United States to sell consulting engagements that improve efficiency and drive cost savings related to Vendor Contract Negotiation/Selection (Payment Network, Processor, Digital/Core) and Payments Advisory/Strategy. Typically, clients are able to save/generate an average of ~$1MM for every $1B they hold in assets. This is an expansion role with a firm growing at 20%+ YoY with little to no attrition, and a world class culture and team – truly a rare opportunity! If you’re a well-connected business development executive with proven success closing deals with large financial institutions, this could be a great fit for you.

Overview:

The role of the Business Development Executive is to live the company’s Core Values and build relationships with regional and superregional banks. You must have a strong history of closing deals and producing at high levels within the financial services Industry, with strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted and long-lasting relationships.  Extensive travel is required but also the ability to lead and take ownership of working in a remote environment. Strong existing relationships are a plus.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop new business opportunities, build relationships, and hit sales targets
  • Build relationships with target prospects and identify needs consistent with the firm’s services
  • As relationships are established, work with practice area leaders to advance opportunities and close deals
  • Translate visions and goals into realistic long- and short-range plans
  • Proactively identify initiatives that promote structure and growth
  • Build brand awareness 
  • Strategize new ways to grow existing partnerships
  • Attend trade shows, events, etc.
  • Manage to a sales quota and expense budget
  • Other duties that are reasonable within the area of expertise


Ideal Background:

  • Business to business sales experience required (within the consulting industry preferred)
  • Deep network among regional / superregional bank clients
  • Executive presence and ability to interact with and influence senior people within an organization
  • Advanced presentation skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Suite
  • Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures
  • Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s preferred
  • 10+ years of sales achievement 
  • Solid track record in business development within the financial services industry
  • Strong bank and credit union C-Level relationships

Location:
Remote, US

Recruiter to Contact:
Ian Horsted
605.275.8803
Ia*@Ra********.com
Schedule a call with Ian

Client Partners

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