New Business Development Manager

🌎 Akvelon is a known USA company, with offices in places like Seattle, Mexico, Ukraine, Poland, and Serbia. Our company is an official vendor of Microsoft and Google. Our clients also include Amazon, Evernote, Intel, HP, Reddit, Pinterest, AT&T, T-Mobile, Starbucks, and LinkedIn. To work with Akvelon means to be connected with the best and brightest engineering teams from around the globe and working with an actual technology stack building Enterprise, CRM, LOB, Cloud, AI and Machine Learning, Cross-Platform, Mobile, and other types of applications customized to client’s needs and processes.

We are currently seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Business Development Manager to join our growing team at Akvelon. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in driving business growth, cultivating client relationships, and identifying strategic opportunities within the technology consultancy sector.

This position is based in Seattle, WA.

Responsibilities:

• Client Acquisition: Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand our client base in the Greater Seattle Area and beyond.
• Market Analysis: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics to inform and adapt business development strategies.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute effective business development strategies aligned with Akvelon’s objectives to achieve revenue and growth targets.
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, ensuring a deep understanding of their needs and delivering exceptional client satisfaction.
• Proposal Development: Collaborate with technical teams to create compelling proposals, presentations, and pitches that showcase Akvelon’s technological expertise and value proposition.
• Networking: Represent Akvelon at industry events, conferences, and networking functions to establish a strong presence and identify potential business opportunities.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and project delivery, to ensure effective communication and successful project implementation.
• Revenue Forecasting: Develop and manage sales forecasts, budgets, and pipelines, providing regular updates to leadership.

Skills:

• Proven track record (5 years) of successful business development in the technology consultancy sector
• Strong understanding of technology trends and the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively
• Demonstrated ability to build and nurture client relationships, resulting in successful partnerships and repeat business

Working conditions and benefits:

• Paid vacation, sick leave (without sickness list)
• Official state holidays — 11 days considered public holidays
• Professional growth while attending challenging projects and the possibility to switch your role, master new technologies and skills with company support
• Flexible working schedule: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
• Personal Career Development Plan (CDP)
• Employee support program (Discount, Care, Health, Legal compensation)
• Paid external training, conferences, and professional certification that meets the company’s business goals
• Internal workshops & seminars
• Corporate library (Paper/E-books) and internal English classes

If you are passionate about driving business success and have the skills we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.