NA Strategic Networks Business Development Director

Role Responsibilities:

Establish and nurture relationships at existing networks to develop new business.

Actively participate in annual planning meetings and quarterly updates with existing partners.

Meet and exceed goals related to large-scale growth opportunities with assigned existing partners including cross-selling new products/services.

Deeply engage in assigned industry events, conferences, tradeshows and speaking engagements to firmly establish oneself as an “industry expert” with in domestic and international financial services.

Meet and exceed goals related to net “new to franchise” business as assigned.

Take lead role to research and pursue new industries where Western Union could provide differentiated value.

Actively participate in annual planning meetings and quarterly updates with existing partners.

Create relevant, professional and thought-provoking client-facing and internal presentations as required.

Record all growth opportunities and risks within CRM.

Role responsibilities:

5-7 years of business development success within retail, digital and/or financial services.

Proven success in winning and exceeding growth targets.

Preference for business or finance undergraduate degree.

Outstanding communication and management skills with ability to influence individuals and teams

People management is not required but needs to have proven experience in building relationships with outside agents

Advanced Microsoft skills, including ability to create professional client-facing and internal presentations.

Ability to establish self as an industry expert.

Communication, relationship-building and presentation skills to influence and persuade others.

Strategic and creative thinker to develop concepts that deliver results.

Organizational skills and attention to detail to fully execute plans.

Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

Salary

The base salary for this role is $160,000 – $185,000 USD annually plus a sales compensation plan and long-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates' qualifications, skills, and competencies.

Benefits

You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few. Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your United States specific benefits include:

Parental Leave

Family First Programs

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

Tuition Repayment Assistance Program