Senior Business Developer

LLYC is a global Corporate Affairs and Marketing firm, which works as a partner to its clients in terms of creativity, influence and innovation, with the aim of growing and protecting the value of their businesses, turning every day into an opportunity to nurture their brands.

OUR CULTURE 

You bring the ambition—our proposal to talent in a nutshell: Challenges drive our boldness, teamwork leads us to success, and growth is a shared journey.

Flexibility is how we work. We believe in a flexible model that not only boosts your productivity, but also helps you maintain balance between your personal and professional life.

We celebrate diversity and the unique value of each individual. We embrace differences and are committed to building a more inclusive, fair, and better society.

We believe in the transformative power of what we do. Through the José Antonio Llorente Foundation, you can get involved in projects that create positive change in the community.

At LLYC, we believe in Challenge as a driver of growth, in the strength of Teamwork, in Flexibility to adapt to our changing environment, in Diversity as a source of innovation, in Commitment to excellence, and in continuous Growth to keep moving forward. If you identify with these values—we’d love to meet you!

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Business Developer with a strong track record in selling integrated marketing and communications services. Based in New York, the ideal candidate will have an established network and will focus on building relationships with senior decision-makers across industries, identifying client needs, and securing new engagements that leverage LLYC’s marketing, digital, and corporate communications offerings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sales Strategy & Execution: Develop and execute targeted outreach strategies to drive revenue growth that aligns with the Firm’s overall objectives while identifying ideal client profiles and developing account penetration plans. 
• New Business Generation: Identify, pursue, and win new client opportunities, particularly among mid-sized and large companies based in the NYC area. Build a visible pipeline of active opportunities and consistently convert leads into signed engagements.
• Partnership Development: Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and industry leaders.
• Sales Leadership: Set performance goals, track progress, and provide ongoing feedback and support. Own the full sales cycle, from prospecting to proposal to close, working closely with practice leads to scope solutions tailored to client needs.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage budgets for business development activities, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Commercial Innovation:  Develop customized pitches and lead RFP responses that effectively differentiate LLYC’s offerings in a crowded agency market.
• Relationship Management: Maintain relationships with strategic partners and clients, generating trust and positioning the brand effectively.
• Reporting: Provide regular reports to executive leaders on business development activities, sales performance, market trends, and operational outcomes.

Required Technical Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communication, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• 10 years of experience in a related business development or senior sales role within the professional services industry.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully sell agency services and proven track record of driving revenue growth and expanding market presence.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strategic thinker with a deep understanding of market dynamics and business strategy.
• Proficiency in CRM software, MS Office, and data analysis tools.
• Ability to travel as needed to meet with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Strong familiarity with the New York market and an active book of contacts.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Self-starter mentality with a proven ability to independently drive results.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.

The base pay range for this position is $180,000 - $200,000 / year.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) match potential and flex accounts
• Flexible work schedules and Summer Hours

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer - It is the policy of the company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.