Business Development Lead

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

PEC (Progressive Expert Consulting) is looking for a Business Development Lead to join our team. We don’t just want an employee; we want a future leader. In this role, you will be the frontline representative of our brand, traveling to trade shows, researching our next big client, and helping our senior team close deals.

This is the perfect role for a passionate and articulate professional who wants to participate in and learn the art of business development from the ground up. You will work directly with Director of Marketing and Director of Business Development, getting first-hand experience on how to build a business.

• The "Face" of PEC (Sales & Events)
  Travel & Network:
  You will be our boots-on-the ground at industry trade shows and conferences. Your goal? Shake hands, make friends, and represent PEC with confidence and style.
• Chase the Opportunity
  You’ll follow up on leads that come in from our marketing campaigns, ensuring no opportunity slips through the cracks.
• Open Doors
  You’ll identify prospective partners and set up the initial introductions for our Business Development Director.

• The "Voice" of PEC (Marketing & Research)
  Intel Gathering:
  You will be our investigator, digging into competitor data, finding the right decision-makers at target companies, and spotting trends before anyone else.
• Campaign Execution
  You’ll work with our Marketing Director to bring our digital strategy to life, helping draft social posts and engaging with our online community.

• The "Architect" of Virtual Learning Provider Offering (Strategy & Growth)
  Build the Foundation:
  You will take ownership of the full lifecycle for a new offering with support from our Director of Business Development and Director of Marketing. This isn’t just about following a script; you’ll help design the business model and direct-to-consumer strategy to turn our vision into a thriving virtual school.
• Launch & Scale
  You’ll lead the charge in establishing our digital footprint, identifying the best channels to reach students and parents for our live, synchronous offerings.
• Drive the Future
  You’ll leverage PEC’s 25 years of institutional knowledge to bridge the gap between traditional learning and a new, interactive virtual experience, creating a sustainable revenue stream and a brand that stands on its own.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Willingness to travel (approx. 10-20%) for events.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• This is an ideal role for a high-achieving professional with 1-3 years of experience looking to take the lead on growth strategies.

• Tech-savvy (Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Act! CRM, and modern communication platforms is required. Familiarity with social media dashboards, creative design software, or project management tools is a strong plus).
• You have "Executive Presence":
  You are articulate, professional, and comfortable holding a conversation with a CEO or a Director. You can write a clean, persuasive email and speak with clarity.
• You are self-driven but focused:
  You have a nose for opportunity and the hustle to chase it. You are comfortable working autonomously to find leads, while ensuring your efforts always support the broader company goals defined by leadership.
• You are a researcher at heart:
  You know how to use Linked In, Google, and social tools to find answers. You know how to dig deep into companies, industries, and emerging trends to uncover the competitive intelligence that gives us an edge.
• You want to learn:
  You are eager to soak up knowledge from our engineers and leadership team.
• You want to learn:
  You are eager to soak up knowledge from our engineers and leadership team.

Starting Base: $50,000+

Commission: Generous uncapped commission structure for closing new business.

Bonuses: Additional performance bonuses for generating Qualified Leads.

Total Expected OTE (Year
1): $65,000+

PEC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Flexible work from home options available.