Business Development Specialist Jobs in California
Business Development Specialist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, life sciences, financial services, and enterprise software, with openings at every level from entry-level account associates through senior strategic partnership roles. San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers like Salesforce, Kaiser Permanente, and Qualcomm, which maintain substantial and ongoing business development functions across the state. The most in-demand specialties are SaaS sales development, healthcare partnerships, and enterprise account growth. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Summary:
The primary function of the Business Development Specialist, Power Utility, is to create long-term value through building mutually beneficial relationships influencing loyalty within the power utility sector. The Business Development Specialist will engage decision-makers, security teams and specifiers in the industry through conferences, tradeshows, events, social media, project discussions, site reviews and other means necessary to develop brand awareness and market expansion.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree is strongly preferred or relevant industry experience
- Office Suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Experience with CRM software
- Proven customer development skills with C-Suite experience preferred
- Strong and previously demonstrated presentation skills
- 2+ years of successful BSPS outside sales experience or other industry related successful outside sales experience and proven results to achieve / exceed targets
- Experience selling in a matrix organization and navigating through the executive levels of large multi-level customers
- Knowledge of working with architects, engineers, general contractors, owners and other specifiers as is needed.
- Travel required (up to = / > 50%)
Job Duties & Requirement (included but not limited to the following):
- Represents the BSPS organization with integrity and demonstrates professionalism at all times.
- Add and update key accounts and partners data & profile information within CRM (STAR)
- Use CRM (STAR) to log each interaction with all contacts and understand all past, present, follow through with all Warehousing and Entertainment projects.
- Develop a business plan and outline goals annually
- Work with marketing department to develop and implement vertical market specific collateral as well as event planning to include dinners, sponsorships, and other requests as necessary
- Collaborate and communicate with the sales team to develop and maintain key account and partner relationships
Attend industry related tradeshows and conferences as well as partnership summits and open houses, and interact with executive level decision makers
This role is located in the West Region.
Compensation and Benefits:
The anticipated pay range for this position is $115,000 - $130,000 annually, depending on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of job-related factors and may fall within or outside the posted range as permitted by applicable law.
Eligible employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings, and flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, company-paid holidays, life and disability insurance, employee assistance programs, and other wellness and voluntary benefit offerings.
ASSA ABLOY is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veteran
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As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.
As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in business development specialist jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field required
- Two or more years of B2B sales or account development experience in California markets
- Demonstrated ability to build and manage a California regional pipeline from prospecting to close
- Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot to manage leads and report metrics
- Strong presentation and negotiation skills for enterprise and mid-market client engagements
- Familiarity with California's technology, life sciences, or financial services industry landscape
Business Development Specialist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a business development specialist in California?
A bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, communications, or a related field is the standard entry point for business development specialist roles in California. No state-issued license is required for most positions. California employers, particularly in technology and life sciences, value candidates who pair that foundation with demonstrated CRM proficiency, a portfolio of measurable pipeline results, and familiarity with the specific vertical they hire for, whether SaaS, biotech, or financial services.
How much do business development specialists make in California?
Business development specialists in California earn a median of about $94,700 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,440 for the lowest 10% to over $181,600 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire business development specialists in California?
Employers hiring business development specialists in California right now include HungryPanda, WilmerHale, and ASSA ABLOY, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters, health systems, and enterprise software companies means demand is spread across both established multinationals and fast-growing regional firms.
Which California cities have the most business development specialist jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego account for the most business development specialist openings in California. San Francisco leads because of the density of enterprise technology and SaaS headquarters there, Los Angeles draws volume from its mix of entertainment, media, and healthcare organizations, and San Diego reflects strong demand from its life sciences and defense contractor clusters.
Are there remote business development specialist jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 37% of business development specialist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the role revolves around calls, video demos, and digital outreach rather than in-person presence. Roles focused on outbound prospecting and inside sales tend to be the most consistently remote, while senior partnership and enterprise roles more often require periodic on-site time with clients or leadership.
How can I get hired as a business development specialist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a sales development representative or business development representative role, which California technology and SaaS companies hire for in volume and treat as a formal pipeline into senior business development positions. Employers like Salesforce and Oracle run structured new-graduate programs that train candidates on enterprise sales methodology before promoting into specialist tracks. A Salesforce Administrator credential or HubSpot certification gives candidates a concrete edge, and lateral moves from customer success or account coordination roles at California-based firms are a well-established route in.
Where can I find and apply to business development specialist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to business development specialist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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