Business Development Associate

Dexis is a dynamic professional services firm dedicated to partnering with government and community leaders both in the U.S. and internationally to achieve critical social outcomes in a rapidly changing world.

At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, respect, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.

About The Position

The Business Development Associate will assist Dexis in managing proposal submissions and driving capture development efforts. The Associate will also support crucial department functions, systems, and processes and conduct background research to inform partner, competitor, staffing, and technical strategies. The Associate will assist Dexis leadership in meeting business development targets by supporting both long-term and urgent opportunities. 

Business Development functions will include conducting opportunity and client research, drafting technical inputs for proposal and RFI responses, and supporting recruitment efforts. The Associate must be flexible, customer service oriented, driven, and interested in learning the ins and outs of business development at a fast-paced, growing government contracting firm. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to client support, teamwork, and collaborating and learning, in order to best contribute to the overall goals and mission of the Dexis team.

This is a full-time position is based in Arlington, VA and will be required to be in the office one (1) day a week

Responsibilities

• Support bids as a proposal coordinator/manager in capture, live, and post-submission phases, including coordinating bid teams, developing calendars and outlines; managing partner communication; editing and production; and processing of BD consultant agreements and invoices.
• Drive capture efforts forward by conducting opportunity and client research.
• Conduct tracking to identify new strategic opportunities in line with Dexis priorities.
• Support the development and drafting of technical inputs in response to RFIs and RFPs.
• Support copyediting and formatting and production of proposals and related documents.
• Conduct proposal recruitment by sourcing candidates, formatting CVs, and screening prospective candidates.
• Support proposal graphics production, such as organizational charts, as appropriate.
• Contribute to quality control/quality assurance in all BD functions and operations through development, implementation, and continuous refining of BD processes, systems, tools, platforms, and best practices.
• Actively participate in increasing Dexis’ visibility through networking and participation in industry events.
  
  

Qualifications

• Total commitment to Dexis’ core values (Ingenuity, Integrity, and Investment in People), its mission, and goals.
• BA in business administration, finance, or related field.
• At least one year of work experience.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communications, and customer service skills.
• Ability to effectively support multiple, fast-paced assignments, juggle competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to produce clear, compelling, and accurate written and oral communications.
• Interest and ability in learning government contracting procedures and best practices.
• Ability to solve problems creatively, work collaboratively in a small team, and flexibility to adapt to changing requirements.
  
  

Personal Competencies

The Successful Candidate Should Be

• Relationship-oriented, building a bid team and fostering positive connections with candidates, partners, and other Dexis teams.
• Ambitious, taking the initiative to pursue new opportunities to develop professionally and help Dexis grow.
• Creative, synthesizing information, harnessing skills, and applying good judgment to solve problems and make improvements.
• Conscientious, demonstrating personal integrity and a willingness to mentor others.
• Poised, managing priorities and producing quality work in complex and time-sensitive conditions.
• Communicative, using clear language to share ideas in writing and speech.
  
  

Below is the pay range aligned with this position. When developing a range, Dexis evaluates compensation holistically, triangulating between external market research, our budget for the position, and internal equity to arrive at a figure that is fair and competitive. Offers within this range will be based on an individual candidate's qualification, relevant education and experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs.

Dexis Pay Range For This Role

$52,500—$55,000 USD

Dexis is on a mission to help solve today’s most pressing global political, social, and economic challenges and create a world where all people are safe and prosperous. As a Dexis employee, you will be challenged, empowered, and mentored. Our motto is “find a way or make a way” — that’s how Dexis goes “all in.” How will you?

If you are passionate about this opportunity, apply now!

Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.

Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.

As part of a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, Dexis provides healthcare insurance in addition to other staff welfare benefits and perks.

If you are hired for a position that is paid from the Dexis home office, you will be required to submit proof that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine unless you qualify for a legally recognized medical or religious exception to the vaccine requirement. This does not apply to AL, AZ, FL, KS, MT, NH, ND, or TX residents.