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Business Development Consultant jobs are open across technology, healthcare, financial services, and professional services, at every level from junior to principal, with specializations in strategic partnerships, sales pipeline development, and market expansion. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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How you'll make an impact
Incumbent works on a regional level with Producers/Account Executive and Account Managers to champion procedures and professional standards and to identify and research prospective clients, follow up on sales calls, maintain and update a prospect database and drive interest in the multinational program. The primary responsibility of role is to identify new business opportunities within the region-typically complex in nature, determine appropriate products/services to offer, and provide pre-sales support for Producers/Account Executives and Account Managers. They may refer new business to Producers, or may close sales themselves. This position is responsible for supporting the National Practice Leader, addressing process reengineering, information management, technical implementation and business strategy. This role is also responsible for managing cross functional projects and providing consulting services, business expertise, analysis and recommendations as it relates to corporate initiatives in support of the National Practice Leader in strategies for growth, operational efficiency, key projects, cross functional collaboration and IT platforms/tools. A strong working knowledge of potential clients and the insurance brokerage business along with seasoned selling skills and the ability to reach executive-level contacts within customer organizations to execute a regionally tailored marketing strategy that demonstrates our leadership in business strategy and account planning.
About You
Required: Bachelor's degree and 7 years related experience required. Strong knowledge of the insurance brokerage business.
Preferred:
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Compensation and benefits
At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
- Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
- A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
- The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact
How you'll make an impact
Incumbent works on a regional level with Producers/Account Executive and Account Managers to champion procedures and professional standards and to identify and research prospective clients, follow up on sales calls, maintain and update a prospect database and drive interest in the multinational program. The primary responsibility of role is to identify new business opportunities within the region-typically complex in nature, determine appropriate products/services to offer, and provide pre-sales support for Producers/Account Executives and Account Managers. They may refer new business to Producers, or may close sales themselves. This position is responsible for supporting the National Practice Leader, addressing process reengineering, information management, technical implementation and business strategy. This role is also responsible for managing cross functional projects and providing consulting services, business expertise, analysis and recommendations as it relates to corporate initiatives in support of the National Practice Leader in strategies for growth, operational efficiency, key projects, cross functional collaboration and IT platforms/tools. A strong working knowledge of potential clients and the insurance brokerage business along with seasoned selling skills and the ability to reach executive-level contacts within customer organizations to execute a regionally tailored marketing strategy that demonstrates our leadership in business strategy and account planning.
About You
Required: Bachelor's degree and 7 years related experience required. Strong knowledge of the insurance brokerage business.
Preferred:
Behaviors:
Compensation and benefits
At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
- Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
- A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
- The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact
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Who's Hiring
- Infosys20
- RSM8
- solitude5S
- Mastercard5
- EY4
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software11
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Automotive1
- Accounting & Auditing1
- Non-Profit & Social Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in business development consultant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing and growing a sales pipeline
- Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing work
- Ability to build and present business proposals to senior stakeholders
- Experience conducting market research and competitive landscape analysis
Tips for Your Business Development Consultant Job Search
Quantify your pipeline impact clearly
Business development hiring managers want to see revenue numbers, deal counts, and cycle lengths, not just duties. Replace phrases like 'managed accounts' with specifics: how many prospects you moved to close and what revenue resulted from your outreach efforts.
Tailor your resume to the vertical
A BD consultant resume that works for a SaaS company often falls flat at a healthcare consultancy. Swap your examples, terminology, and highlighted clients to match the industry in each job posting before you send anything.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists business development consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Decode the seniority signals in postings
Job titles for this role vary widely. Look past the title to the required years of experience, whether the role owns a quota, and whether it reports to a VP or a director to gauge the real seniority level before you apply.
Prepare a short case study for interviews
Most BD consultant interviews include a deal or strategy walkthrough. Come ready to describe a specific opportunity you identified, how you built the relationship, and what the outcome was, keeping the narrative under three minutes.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate pay
Clarify territory size, product line ownership, and quota structure before salary talks. These factors determine your earning ceiling and day-to-day autonomy far more than base pay, and are far easier to negotiate before you accept.
Business Development Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most business development consultants?
The companies hiring the most business development consultants right now include Infosys, RSM, and solitude, with the largest share of openings in Illinois, Georgia, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is concentrated in technology, professional services, and healthcare consulting firms.
How many business development consultant jobs are remote?
About 76% of business development consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it one of the more flexible roles in the consulting space. Strategic partnership roles and market research-focused positions tend to carry the highest share of remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a business development consultant?
Most business development consultants start with a degree in business, marketing, or a related field, then build experience in sales, account management, or a client-facing role. From there, developing a specialty in a particular industry or deal type, such as partnerships or enterprise sales, makes candidates significantly more competitive for consulting-level positions.
Can you get a business development consultant job with little experience?
Yes, entry points exist, particularly at smaller firms and startups that need generalist BD support. Candidates with limited direct experience improve their chances by targeting roles with titles like business development associate or junior consultant, demonstrating a concrete understanding of sales cycles, and showing any record of generating leads or closing small deals in any context.
What does the business development consultant interview process look like?
The process typically involves an initial recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on your deal history and strategic thinking, and at least one case or presentation round where you walk through how you would approach a new market or partnership opportunity. Final rounds often include a meeting with senior leadership or a cross-functional panel.
Where can I find and apply to business development consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to business development consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and target industry, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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