Managing Director - Business Development

IQ-EQ • Chicago, IL

48d • $150,000 - $200,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position will be at the forefront of driving growth and nurturing relationships with existing prospects. You’ll lead strategic initiatives, forge meaningful connections, and position IQEQ as a trusted partner in our clients' success stories. This role offers the perfect blend of leadership, strategy, and hands-on execution, ideal for a visionary who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, applied mathematics, or a related field
• A proven track record (10+ years) of success in business development, client relationship management, or similar roles in financial services, private equity, or asset management
• Demonstrated ability to drive strategic initiatives and close high-value deals, with a deep understanding of competitive landscapes
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels
• Strong financial acumen, including experience with P&L management, budgeting, and financial modeling
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to create compelling narratives and pitch complex solutions to clients
• Comfort working in fast-paced, data-driven environments, with a strong focus on results and innovation

Responsibilities

• Cultivate relationships at the executive and operational levels with prospects, becoming an expert on their organizational structure and strategic goals; and develop a clear understanding of the political and business landscape of prospects to ensure optimal engagement
• Act as the primary point of contact for prospect relationships, continuously broadening engagement across C-suite and other key decision-makers, while ensuring alignment with the prospect’s strategic goals, offering tailored solutions and positioning IQEQ as integral to their business model
• Stay ahead of industry trends and competitors to adapt strategies that ensure long-term client retention and growth, and provide feedback to internal teams on product functionality and market trends to drive continuous innovation
• Lead the creation of a prospect-specific value proposition that differentiates IQEQ in a competitive marketplace, and collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver bespoke solutions that meet client needs, and leverage IQEQ's global network to create a holistic and comprehensive strategy for client engagement
• Lead cross-functional teams in the preparation of proposals and presentations that showcase IQEQ's capabilities and expertise
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and alignment on prospect strategies, and maintain up-to-date records of all prospect activities and engagements through our CRM system

Benefits

• IQ-EQ offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' well-being and work-life balance
• Employees receive generous paid time off, including 4 weeks of PTO that increases over time, sick time and paid holidays, and financial wellness is supported through a 401(k) plan with a company match (subject to eligibility)
• Health benefits include medical, dental, vision, mental health support and additional ancillary insurance plans
• Additional benefits include paid parental leave and a hybrid work schedule, promoting both personal and professional fulfillment
• The salary for this position will be dependent on experience and location ($150,000 - $200,000)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees