Development Manager Jobs in Connecticut
Development Manager jobs in Connecticut are in strong demand, with concentrated hiring in financial services, insurance, healthcare technology, and defense contracting sectors that anchor the state's economy. Hartford, Stamford, and Bridgeport lead in openings, and established employers like Cigna, Travelers, and United Technologies maintain ongoing development manager needs across product, software, and organizational lines. Business development, software development, and nonprofit program development are the most consistently sought specializations in Connecticut listings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Business Development Manager is a key position within the Aware Recovery Care model. You are responsible for being the primary point of contact for all healthcare and psychiatric partners in your territory. You would ensure all client referrals are handled and fielded correctly, whether that client is placed with us, or we refer out to a community partner. You would promote the Aware model at in-services, lunch and learns, and conventions
Summary:
- Ability to communicate a thorough understanding of ARC’s philosophy of treatment, program specifics, admissions process and criteria to medical market providers and hospitals.
- Conduct face-to-face sales calls, phone and email outreach to potential referral sources
- Strengthen existing relationships with referral resources and cultivate new ones through networking, cold calling and other various forms of contact
- Develop streamlined process for receiving referrals from medical sector referral sources
- Attend professional conferences, seminars, and networking events to promote Aware Recovery care and connect with potential referents
- Inform industry professionals and consumers about Aware’s services, curriculum, and medical/clinical staff qualifications
- Onboard and train new hire medical market outreach reps.
- Verify current health insurance coverage, benefits and eligibility through the electronic verification system.
- Compliant with applicable state and federal regulations (Release of Information, Grievance and Appeals procedures, etc.)
- Proficient in operation of CRM (Salesforce) and EHR software
- Track contacts, clients, providers, institutions, their hierarchies, referrals in and external referrals made on a daily basis through Salesforce
- Knowledge of MAT advantages, disadvantages, side-effects, signs/ symptoms of overdose / managing withdrawal symptoms
- Awareness of resources available for specialized providers, comorbidities, dual diagnosis, as well as other levels of care (as-needed)
- Maintain contact with client and family throughout the treatment process as needed
- Support business operations and attend weekly marketing meetings
- Willingness to travel and attend some night/weekend events
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Position Highlights:
- Must actively reside in central or eastern Connecticut.
- Must be comfortable with 50% - 75% travel (with mileage reimbursement)
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Management, Finance, Psychology, or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in Addiction Treatment or Mental Health field preferred.
- Familiarity with electronic health records, electronic phone systems, customer resource management software, and Microsoft office systems (Outlook, Excel, One Drive) is preferred.
- Experience using Salesforce is highly preferred.
- Salary range is $75k- $90k annually contingent on experience and education.
Benefits Highlights:
Coverage: Health, vision and dental through Cigna, FSA, HSA that comes with an employer match, along with STD, LTD, life insurance, EAP, and more.
Balance: Competitive accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) plan, 10 paid Holidays, 2 paid floating Holidays of your choice, and 7 days of Sick Time.
Development: Certification/continuing education eligibility, leadership development and 1 paid day off a year to go towards personal professional development.
Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan with Voya.
Culture: Great Place to Work certified #GPTW, dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion, and a growing working environment.
*In order to be eligible for our full benefits package you must be employed full time at a minimum of 32 hours a week*
*Aware Recovery Care is an equal opportunity employer*
**NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE**
Education
Preferred- Bachelors or better
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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What Connecticut Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in development manager jobs across Connecticut.
- Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, engineering, or a closely related field required
- Five or more years of progressive experience leading development teams or managing projects
- Demonstrated ability to build client relationships and grow revenue or program scope
- Experience with project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, or PMP certification
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills working with engineering, sales, and executive stakeholders
- Proficiency with CRM platforms, project tracking tools, or development lifecycle management software
Development Manager Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a development manager in Connecticut?
Most development manager roles in Connecticut require a bachelor's degree in business, computer science, engineering, or a related discipline, followed by several years in a contributor or team lead role. Connecticut does not require a state-issued license for most development manager positions. Employers in insurance, healthcare technology, and defense sectors often prefer candidates with a PMP credential or industry-specific certifications, and Hartford-area employers in financial services frequently value an MBA for senior roles.
How much do development managers make in Connecticut?
Development managers in Connecticut earn a median of about $162,690 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $90,820 for the lowest 10% to over $273,100 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire development managers in Connecticut?
Companies currently hiring development managers in Connecticut include CVS Health, UPS, and Crum & Forster, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Connecticut's insurance and financial services corridor, centered in Hartford, alongside Stamford's corporate headquarters cluster, drives consistent year-round demand from large, established employers.
Which Connecticut cities have the most development manager jobs?
Hartford, Connecticut, and Norwalk have the most development manager openings in Connecticut. Hartford anchors the market through its dense concentration of insurance carriers, healthcare technology firms, and defense contractors, while Stamford draws corporate headquarters in finance and media, and Bridgeport benefits from its proximity to the New York metro and a growing healthcare sector.
Are there remote development manager jobs in Connecticut?
Yes, and they are more common than in many fields, since development manager work is largely strategic, communicative, and desk-based rather than requiring a fixed physical site. About 70% of development manager openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting broad employer acceptance of flexible arrangements. Business development and software development management roles tend to have the highest share of fully remote options.
How can I get hired as a development manager in Connecticut with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from an adjacent role such as project coordinator, business analyst, sales associate, or junior software engineer into a team lead or associate development manager position. Large Connecticut employers in insurance and healthcare technology, including those based in Hartford, run structured rotational and associate programs that place early-career candidates on development tracks. Building a PMP certification or completing a recognized product management course strengthens applications considerably for candidates without direct management history.
Where can I find and apply to development manager jobs in Connecticut?
You can find and apply to development manager jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current Connecticut openings updated regularly. Search the listings, identify roles that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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