Client Development Specialist Jobs
Client development specialist jobs are open across financial services, healthcare, technology, and professional services, from entry-level to senior and director-level roles, with specializations in account growth, strategic partnerships, and new business acquisition. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Acts as the client development representative for an office or department.
- Responsible for using his/her personal contacts to develop long-term client relationships.
- Spends time outside the office in direct contact with clients and prospects.
- Schedules meetings with existing and potential clients for purpose of introducing or reminding clients of firm’s capabilities. Utilizes office staff to augment and assist as needed.
- Develops and uses networking contacts to generate client leads and provide new projects from past, existing and future clients. May solicit advice or assistance from other members of the firm to implement this strategy.
- Assists operations managers with the preparation and execution of client development plans and programs.
- Utilizes the contacts in appropriate professional organizations to network with potential clients and to develop intelligence regarding the firm’s competition.
- Reports to supervisor on planned and proposed sales activities within his or her goals. May be accountable for generating specified volume of business within a pre-defined time frame.
- Collaborates with others in corporate roles (NAMs, Sectors, Marketing) to coordinate client and project pursuits.
- Assists with organization and execution of promotional activities and programs which include professional displays at designated conferences or professional trade shows.
- Utilizes the available business intelligence tools to seek the opportunities that present the highest chances for success.
- Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related degree and 3 years’ related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 7 years related experience.
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
- Acts as the client development representative for an office or department.
- Responsible for using his/her personal contacts to develop long-term client relationships.
- Spends time outside the office in direct contact with clients and prospects.
- Schedules meetings with existing and potential clients for purpose of introducing or reminding clients of firm’s capabilities. Utilizes office staff to augment and assist as needed.
- Develops and uses networking contacts to generate client leads and provide new projects from past, existing and future clients. May solicit advice or assistance from other members of the firm to implement this strategy.
- Assists operations managers with the preparation and execution of client development plans and programs.
- Utilizes the contacts in appropriate professional organizations to network with potential clients and to develop intelligence regarding the firm’s competition.
- Reports to supervisor on planned and proposed sales activities within his or her goals. May be accountable for generating specified volume of business within a pre-defined time frame.
- Collaborates with others in corporate roles (NAMs, Sectors, Marketing) to coordinate client and project pursuits.
- Assists with organization and execution of promotional activities and programs which include professional displays at designated conferences or professional trade shows.
- Utilizes the available business intelligence tools to seek the opportunities that present the highest chances for success.
- Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related degree and 3 years’ related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 7 years related experience.
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
EEO Statement Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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Who's Hiring
- DESORT STAFFING18
- Terracon Consultants7
- LeaderMed Health Group Limited5L
- Indeed2
- Cooley LLP2
Top Industries Hiring
- Law & Legal Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in client development specialist jobs.
- Two or more years of client-facing sales, account management, or business development experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage and grow a portfolio of client accounts
- Proficiency with CRM platforms to log activities, track pipelines, and forecast revenue
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for executive-level client interactions
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field
- Experience collaborating cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and operations teams
Tips for Your Client Development Specialist Job Search
Quantify your client retention results
Hiring managers for client development roles want to see measurable outcomes, not just activities. Replace phrases like 'managed accounts' with specific results: revenue retained, renewal rates improved, or upsell opportunities closed. Numbers on a resume move you past the screening stage.
Tailor your resume to each vertical
A client development specialist resume that worked in SaaS reads differently than one targeting logistics or healthcare. Swap in industry-specific terminology, name the client segments you served, and mirror the language in each job posting so your application clears the ATS filter.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists client development specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target companies in active growth phases
Client development roles open most often when a company is expanding into new markets or launching a new product line. Filter your search by companies that recently raised funding or announced new divisions. These employers hire with urgency and give new specialists real accounts quickly.
Prepare a client scenario for every interview
Expect behavioral questions built around a specific client situation: an at-risk account, a stalled upsell, or a cold introduction. Prepare two or three concrete stories that show how you identified the problem, built the relationship, and reached a resolution. Generic answers don't land in this role.
Negotiate on variable comp structure, not just base
Client development offers often include commission, bonuses tied to retention or expansion, or both. Before accepting, ask how the variable component is calculated, what percentage of current specialists hit their targets, and whether the quota is set at hire or adjusted quarterly.
Client Development Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most client development specialists?
The most active employers for client development specialists right now are DESORT STAFFING, Terracon Consultants, and LeaderMed Health Group Limited, and the most openings are in Florida, Texas, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Financial services firms and technology companies with subscription or service-based revenue models tend to hire the most consistently throughout the year.
How many client development specialist jobs are remote?
About 71% of client development specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with availability varying by industry and seniority. Roles focused on inbound account expansion and renewal tend to offer more remote flexibility than positions requiring in-person relationship building with enterprise or regional clients.
How do you become a client development specialist?
Start with a role in sales support, customer success, or account coordination to build direct client-facing experience. Focus on learning how revenue is retained and grown within existing accounts, not just how new business is closed. From there, move into a junior client development or account management position, demonstrate measurable impact on a client portfolio, and work toward a specialist title with full account ownership.
Can you get a client development specialist job with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with limited direct experience if they can show strong interpersonal skills, familiarity with a CRM platform, and a basic understanding of sales cycles. Entry-level client development roles often come with structured onboarding and a smaller account load. Internships in sales, marketing operations, or customer success, along with any experience managing client communications, can substitute for a full work history in this role.
What does the client development specialist interview process look like?
Most interview processes for client development specialists include an initial phone screen with a recruiter, followed by a structured interview with the hiring manager focused on behavioral questions about past client situations. A second round often involves a panel or a mock scenario where you are asked to handle a client objection, pitch a renewal, or walk through how you would manage a new account. Some employers add a written case study or a role-play exercise before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to client development specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to client development specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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