What We Need

WE Communications, one of the world’s largest independent PR and integrated communications companies, is in search of a versatile and highly productive Business Development Specialist. If you are looking for a creative, innovative, strategic and fast-paced culture, this role may be the perfect fit for you.

The Business Development Specialist will be responsible for working with leadership in our Consumer, Healthcare, and Technology sectors to qualify new business opportunities, as well as manage and support priority RFPs and presentations. You’ll work in partnership with others across the North America region to showcase our ideas, capabilities and people in compelling ways that can move our prospective clients’ business forward.

This is a great opportunity if you have agency experience and a passion and interest in new business development. If you consider yourself high energy, organized, self-directed, resourceful, and patient in the face of changing priorities and tight-deadline situations, then this is the team for you! 

What you'll be doing

• Manage incoming new business opportunities including qualifying opportunities against the agency’s criteria.
• Manage active prospects and projects by setting priorities and expectations, problem solving, communicating ongoing status updates to the team and ensuring follow up is taking place along agreed upon timelines.
• Assists the research team to conduct in-depth, timely, accurate and effective research and analysis.
• Pull case studies, bios/headshots as needed for new business pursuits and information on WE’s experience for RFPs and capability decks.
• Coordinate printing and delivery of materials needed for new business pitches and other projects.
• Update business development collateral to keep most current info available for team.
• Other job duties as assigned.

What you've been able to accomplish

• 2 years of experience in communications or adjacent field, preferably in an agency setting. Previous experience in business development a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Teams, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Proactive communication and ability to follow detailed directions
• Customer service orientation including ability and willingness to pitch in on all aspects and handle multiple tasks
• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week on occasion
• Experience working with colleagues in multiple locations
• Strong self-starter spirit; ability to respond to shifting priorities and work under deadline in a fast-paced environment. 

About Us

WE Communications:

WE is one of the largest communications and integrated marketing agencies in the world. We’re independent, we’re all about our people — both our clients and our employees — and we believe in the power of communications to move audiences to positive action. 

For more than 40 years, we have been helping translate complex innovations into powerful, persuasive stories. We work with companies that are embracing the ever-evolving digital world to reinvent themselves, to deliver new value to their customers or reach them in new ways and ultimately improve people’s lives.

Your Salary: 

The target range of base salary in all locations within the United States for this role is $64,000 - $80,000 per year. Actual salary is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to business needs, level of responsibility, skill set, level of experience, and geographical location. 

Benefits: - Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage - Generous time off including PTO, holidays, annual wellness break, summer Fridays and personal days - 401k plan including company match and financial wellness support - 16 weeks of paid parental leave for all employees 

- 22-24 weeks paid parental leave when coupled with Short-term disability 

- 2 weeks caregiver leave - Support with home office equipment - Bi-annual Wellness Credits - Monthly Technology Credit (to offset internet / phone costs) - Community Engagement Days - Learning and Development Programs for our employees 

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Equal Opportunity: WE provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against an employee or applicant because of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or other legally protected class status.

Diversity and Inclusion: WE values a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. We promote an atmosphere in which diversity of people and ideas are welcomed and valued. Diversity includes differences in race, religion, gender identity or expression, age, lifestyle, ethnic background and sexual orientation as well as differences in experiences and ideas.

Beginning April 2024, North America employees will be asked to come into the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day.