Business Development Specialist Jobs in Colorado
Business Development Specialist jobs in Colorado are among the most active in the Mountain West, concentrated in technology, aerospace, government contracting, and healthcare services across a seniority range from entry-level account coordinators to senior strategic growth roles. The heaviest hiring is in Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs, where companies like Lockheed Martin, Palantir, and DaVita maintain substantial Colorado operations and regularly bring on business development talent. The most in-demand specializations are federal and defense contracting, SaaS and tech partnerships, and healthcare market expansion. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Who is Coan, Payton & Payne, LLC (“CP2”)
At CP2, our mission is to empower the success of our clients, our team, and our communities by providing exceptional legal and consulting services. We live and adhere to our core values: service, trust, professionalism, excellence, collaboration, results, and leadership.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As our Business Development & Marketing Specialist, you will be CP2’s primary driver of client development strategy and external visibility; a trusted partner to firm leadership and attorneys across all three offices.
This is a high-responsibility, high-variety role. On any given week, you might be coaching an attorney on a client development strategy in the morning, designing a print ad before lunch, and drafting a press release and reaching out to media contacts by end of day. You’ll also develop pitches and proposals, identify new business opportunities, support sponsored events, maintain the firm website, and track whether your BD and PR efforts are generating results.
The right candidate is someone who brings sophisticated professional services instincts to both the strategic and executional sides of this function. You are equally comfortable building a cross-selling strategy with a partner and producing a polished client alert or sponsorship recap. You thrive owning a wide scope of work independently, and you understand that in a law firm, operating within a structured approval process is professional diligence, not a barrier.
This position is primarily based in Denver, CO. The role includes regular travel to the firm’s Fort Collins and Greeley offices, approximately one day per month to each location, to support attorneys and maintain consistent presence across all three offices.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Business Development
- Work with firm leadership and individual attorneys to develop, refine, and implement strategic business development plans tailored to each attorney’s practice and client base
- Identify and pursue cross-selling opportunities to deepen existing client relationships and expand revenue across practice areas and offices
- Lead pitch, proposal, and RFP processes - from content development and competitive positioning to presentation strategy and pursuit team coordination
- Conduct market and competitive research to identify new business opportunities, emerging client needs, and industry trends relevant to CP2’s practice areas
- Develop and maintain a pipeline to formally track client opportunities through each stage of the business development cycle
- Support BD outreach, track activity, run reports, and maintain data integrity
- Lead client satisfaction initiatives, including feedback programs and strategies to deepen key client relationships
- Manage relationships with strategic sponsorships, conferences, and professional memberships; ensure the firm receives all contracted benefits and track ROI
Marketing & Communications
- Execute the firm’s annual marketing and communications plan, incorporating firm-wide priorities and individual attorney business development goals
- Draft, distribute, and track press releases; maintain and cultivate media contacts; monitor publication of firm news across outlets
- Develop and manage the firm’s LinkedIn content calendar, including drafting and publishing posts, monitoring engagement, and tracking performance metrics
- Support attorney thought leadership and speaking engagements, including topic identification, content development, logistics coordination, CE/CLE accreditation assistance, and production of branded materials
- Design ads and marketing collateral for print and digital channels
- Maintain and update the firm website, content updates, attorney bios, practice area pages, and news
- Manage relationships with outside vendors (printers, media contacts, designers, etc.)
- Reconcile the firm’s marketing budget monthly, track spend vs. plan, and provide regular budget and activity status updates to leadership
- Report on firm marketing and BD activities and outcomes on an ongoing basis; prepare annual reporting on client development metrics
- Maintain marketing and BD calendars, deadlines, and project tracking
- Prepare initial drafts of the firm’s annual marketing plan and corresponding budget for review and approval by leadership
- Travel to Fort Collins and Greeley offices approximately one day per month each to support attorneys and marketing initiatives at each location
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 7+ years of marketing, communications, and/or business development experience in a professional services firm (law firm experience strongly preferred)
- Demonstrated experience supporting attorneys or other professional services practitioners with business development planning, pitches, and client development activities
- Past BD coaching or internal consulting experience and a sophisticated understanding of cross-selling in a professional services context
- Strong writing skills across register: polished press releases, compelling pitches and proposals, sharp social content, and client-facing materials, all with equal confidence
- Working proficiency in graphic design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar)
- Experience with website CMS platforms; basic HTML a plus
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently, with strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Comfort with budget tracking and reporting (monthly reconciliation and annual metrics reporting)
- Comfort working within approval processes and with multiple internal stakeholders, you see this as professional diligence, not a barrier
- A collaborative, low-ego approach: you take the work seriously, not yourself
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field required
- Reliable personal transportation for monthly inter-office travel
WHAT WE OFFER
- Salary range: $80,000–$90,000 annually, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- A collegial, stable work environment with a growing firm
- The opportunity to own a high-impact function and help shape the business development strategy and market presence of a firm at a meaningful point in its growth
TO APPLY
Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and two to three work samples (press releases, ads, social content, or similar) through Indeed. Applications without work samples will not be considered. If you have trouble submitting work samples through Indeed, please send them to employment@cp2law.com.
CP2 is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment.
CP2 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. CP2 shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
CP2 participates in the E-Verify program to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Business development: 7 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Denver, CO 80202 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Who is Coan, Payton & Payne, LLC (“CP2”)
At CP2, our mission is to empower the success of our clients, our team, and our communities by providing exceptional legal and consulting services. We live and adhere to our core values: service, trust, professionalism, excellence, collaboration, results, and leadership.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As our Business Development & Marketing Specialist, you will be CP2’s primary driver of client development strategy and external visibility; a trusted partner to firm leadership and attorneys across all three offices.
This is a high-responsibility, high-variety role. On any given week, you might be coaching an attorney on a client development strategy in the morning, designing a print ad before lunch, and drafting a press release and reaching out to media contacts by end of day. You’ll also develop pitches and proposals, identify new business opportunities, support sponsored events, maintain the firm website, and track whether your BD and PR efforts are generating results.
The right candidate is someone who brings sophisticated professional services instincts to both the strategic and executional sides of this function. You are equally comfortable building a cross-selling strategy with a partner and producing a polished client alert or sponsorship recap. You thrive owning a wide scope of work independently, and you understand that in a law firm, operating within a structured approval process is professional diligence, not a barrier.
This position is primarily based in Denver, CO. The role includes regular travel to the firm’s Fort Collins and Greeley offices, approximately one day per month to each location, to support attorneys and maintain consistent presence across all three offices.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Business Development
- Work with firm leadership and individual attorneys to develop, refine, and implement strategic business development plans tailored to each attorney’s practice and client base
- Identify and pursue cross-selling opportunities to deepen existing client relationships and expand revenue across practice areas and offices
- Lead pitch, proposal, and RFP processes - from content development and competitive positioning to presentation strategy and pursuit team coordination
- Conduct market and competitive research to identify new business opportunities, emerging client needs, and industry trends relevant to CP2’s practice areas
- Develop and maintain a pipeline to formally track client opportunities through each stage of the business development cycle
- Support BD outreach, track activity, run reports, and maintain data integrity
- Lead client satisfaction initiatives, including feedback programs and strategies to deepen key client relationships
- Manage relationships with strategic sponsorships, conferences, and professional memberships; ensure the firm receives all contracted benefits and track ROI
Marketing & Communications
- Execute the firm’s annual marketing and communications plan, incorporating firm-wide priorities and individual attorney business development goals
- Draft, distribute, and track press releases; maintain and cultivate media contacts; monitor publication of firm news across outlets
- Develop and manage the firm’s LinkedIn content calendar, including drafting and publishing posts, monitoring engagement, and tracking performance metrics
- Support attorney thought leadership and speaking engagements, including topic identification, content development, logistics coordination, CE/CLE accreditation assistance, and production of branded materials
- Design ads and marketing collateral for print and digital channels
- Maintain and update the firm website, content updates, attorney bios, practice area pages, and news
- Manage relationships with outside vendors (printers, media contacts, designers, etc.)
- Reconcile the firm’s marketing budget monthly, track spend vs. plan, and provide regular budget and activity status updates to leadership
- Report on firm marketing and BD activities and outcomes on an ongoing basis; prepare annual reporting on client development metrics
- Maintain marketing and BD calendars, deadlines, and project tracking
- Prepare initial drafts of the firm’s annual marketing plan and corresponding budget for review and approval by leadership
- Travel to Fort Collins and Greeley offices approximately one day per month each to support attorneys and marketing initiatives at each location
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 7+ years of marketing, communications, and/or business development experience in a professional services firm (law firm experience strongly preferred)
- Demonstrated experience supporting attorneys or other professional services practitioners with business development planning, pitches, and client development activities
- Past BD coaching or internal consulting experience and a sophisticated understanding of cross-selling in a professional services context
- Strong writing skills across register: polished press releases, compelling pitches and proposals, sharp social content, and client-facing materials, all with equal confidence
- Working proficiency in graphic design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar)
- Experience with website CMS platforms; basic HTML a plus
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently, with strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Comfort with budget tracking and reporting (monthly reconciliation and annual metrics reporting)
- Comfort working within approval processes and with multiple internal stakeholders, you see this as professional diligence, not a barrier
- A collaborative, low-ego approach: you take the work seriously, not yourself
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field required
- Reliable personal transportation for monthly inter-office travel
WHAT WE OFFER
- Salary range: $80,000–$90,000 annually, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- A collegial, stable work environment with a growing firm
- The opportunity to own a high-impact function and help shape the business development strategy and market presence of a firm at a meaningful point in its growth
TO APPLY
Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and two to three work samples (press releases, ads, social content, or similar) through Indeed. Applications without work samples will not be considered. If you have trouble submitting work samples through Indeed, please send them to employment@cp2law.com.
CP2 is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment.
CP2 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. CP2 shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
CP2 participates in the E-Verify program to confirm authorization to work in the United States.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Business development: 7 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Denver, CO 80202 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in business development specialist jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field required
- Proven experience generating leads and managing a sales pipeline
- Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with enterprise or government clients
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for proposals and presentations
- Experience with Colorado's federal contracting or technology sector preferred
Business Development Specialist Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a business development specialist in Colorado?
The standard path into business development specialist roles in Colorado begins with a bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field, though no state-issued license or registration is required for the role itself. Colorado employers in aerospace and federal contracting frequently prefer candidates who hold or can obtain a security clearance. Building familiarity with Colorado's dominant sectors, including defense, SaaS, and healthcare services, and earning a CRM or sales methodology certification strengthens a candidacy considerably.
How much do business development specialists make in Colorado?
Business development specialists in Colorado earn a median of about $93,050 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,900 for the lowest 10% to over $165,190 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire business development specialists in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring business development specialists in Colorado include Justrite, OWL Services, and USJEDU, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's dense concentration of aerospace primes, technology scale-ups, and regional healthcare systems makes it one of the more varied markets in the country for this role.
Which Colorado cities have the most business development specialist jobs?
Denver, Erie, and Boulder account for the largest share of business development specialist openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market through its headquarters density in technology, energy, and financial services, while Boulder draws demand from high-growth SaaS and life sciences firms, and Colorado Springs benefits from the outsized presence of defense contractors and military-adjacent government programs.
Are there remote business development specialist jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 75% of business development specialist openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the role's core work, including prospecting, proposal writing, and relationship management, can be done outside a physical office. Roles tied to federal contracts or requiring frequent client site visits tend to require more in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a business development specialist in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a sales development representative or inside sales role, which Colorado tech companies and staffing firms in the Denver metro use as a structured feeder into business development. Large Colorado employers like Arrow Electronics and Charles Schwab run formal rotational or associate programs that move candidates into growth-focused roles after demonstrated performance. A Salesforce Administrator certification or completion of a recognized sales methodology training program gives candidates without direct experience a concrete differentiator when applying.
Where can I find and apply to business development specialist jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to business development specialist jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.
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