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Associate Director of Business Development jobs with green card sponsorship require employers to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. EB-2 covers advanced-degree professionals; EB-3 covers candidates with a bachelor's degree and relevant experience. Priority-date backlogs vary by country of birth, so starting the sponsorship process early matters.
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About WCG
WCG delivers transformational solutions that accelerate clinical research and advance human health. We serve the experts, innovators, and pathfinders on the frontlines of science and medicine—empowering them to develop breakthrough therapies while ensuring the risks of progress never outweigh the value of human life. Together, we stimulate growth, maximize efficiency, and shape the future of clinical trials.
Why WCG
At WCG, we invest in our people because you are the driving force behind our mission. When you grow, our impact grows. When you thrive, research accelerates. We empower you to build a meaningful career while advancing the work that improves lives.
What we offer:
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Comprehensive health and financial protection – Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, and flexible spending accounts
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Resources that support your whole life – Employee assistance programs and work/life balance tools
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Investment in your growth – Referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, on-the-job training, certification assistance, and continuing education support
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Time to recharge – Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
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Pathways forward – Career development opportunities across One WCG
We practice transparency in everything we do, including compensation. The salary range for this position reflects our commitment to fair, competitive pay based on your qualifications, experience, skills, education, and location. Together, we'll find the right fit for your expertise and our shared mission.
Job Summary
The Business Development Associate Director is responsible for achieving assigned sales goals by implementing marketing and sales strategies aimed at effectively selling and promoting the portfolio of services. This position works closely with the BD leadership team to support the entire sales lifecycle from the identified opportunity to completing the sales process. Externally, this position maintains relationships with medical and clinical operations decision-makers at pharmaceutical, biopharma, biotech, and medical device companies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The accountabilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.
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Successfully prospects and sells solutions and services via a consultative selling approach within assigned global bio pharm/CRO clients
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Coordinates with leaders and SMEs across the organization to create compelling and goal-driven solutions for clients and prospects, and ensures tactical and strategic company goals are achieved
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Develops account strategies for assigned accounts, and prepares client presentations to the standards of the company
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Prepares and manages client meeting schedules to achieve target performance
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Actively participates in face-to-face and virtual client meetings, conferences and internal sales meetings
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Maps out opportunities and then uses sales skills to qualify the opportunity, prepare for client meetings, negotiate with client and complete sales proposals
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Works within a vigorous metrics-driven environment
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Provides timeline input in the Salesforce.com, e.g. account plans, opportunity information
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Utilizes Salesforce.com to monitor, analyze, and communicate sales data to the management team
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Coordinates with the legal team in managing contract negotiations
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Provides market feedback to internal teams regarding competitive offerings, prospect needs and generates product development ideas
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Other duties as assigned by supervisor. These may, on occasion, be unrelated to the position described here.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher is required, with industry related degree preferred
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSE/REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:
- None
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
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A minimum of 3 years’ experience associated with or supporting the business development process, internal lead generation and/or selling solutions (products and/or services) preferably in the pharmaceutical, life sciences industry
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Possesses a “hunter” mentality and can grow business for net new sales
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Demonstrated track record of consistently achieving personal sales goals
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Experience working in a matrixed team selling environment with subject matter experts
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Ability to intuitively drive client penetration, develop selling solutions and work across the organization is essential
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Strong business acumen, strategic, negotiation and communication skills are required
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Self-organized, operates independently, and meets commitments
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Proficiency with SalesForce.com and MS Office preferred
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Demonstrated ability to develop solutions for a changing environment
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Active learner who looks for opportunities to continuously improve
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Solution orientation – ideal candidate needs to be able to match WCG solutions to varied customer scenarios and advocate for customer with internal stakeholders
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Ability to develop a deep understanding of WCG portfolio of services across multiple service lines to leverage cross selling
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 20% - 50%
Pay Range
USD $65,700.00 - USD $102,000.00 /Yr.
EEOC Statement
WCG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, marital status, family or parental status, disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran status, or any other legally recognized basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law. WCG complies with the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We promote a "One WCG" culture where all are welcome, respected, valued, and empowered to make a difference every day to advance clinical research.
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Document progressive leadership experience thoroughly
PERM requires your employer to demonstrate you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Compile performance reviews, org charts, and promotion letters showing progressive responsibility in business development, including client acquisition metrics and team oversight scope.
Verify your degree aligns with EB-2 requirements
EB-2 covers advanced-degree holders or candidates with a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience. If your degree is in a field adjacent to business development, gather official transcripts and an academic credential evaluation to preempt PERM documentation challenges.
Search Migrate Mate for verified green card sponsors
Filter Associate Director of Business Development roles on Migrate Mate to find employers with confirmed green card sponsorship history. Targeting companies already familiar with PERM filing requirements shortens negotiation time and reduces the risk of an employer backing out mid-process.
Prioritize employers with dedicated immigration counsel
Large enterprise technology, consulting, and financial services firms typically retain in-house or retained immigration attorneys who run PERM recruitment campaigns efficiently. Firms without established processes often stall at the prevailing wage determination or recruitment audit stages.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor salary negotiations
PERM requires your offered salary to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you understand the wage floor and can confirm your offer will satisfy the determination.
Negotiate green card sponsorship into your offer letter
Secure a written commitment to file PERM within a defined timeframe as a condition of your offer. Associate Director roles often come with long ramp periods; without a contractual obligation, employers may delay filing while your priority date window advances without you.
Green Card Associate Director of Business Development: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PERM process for an Associate Director of Business Development role?
PERM labor certification requires your employer to obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, conduct a formal recruitment campaign proving no qualified U.S. workers are available, and file an ETA Form 9089 with the Department of Labor. For Associate Director roles, job requirements must match what PERM lists exactly, since any discrepancy between the posted duties and the certified requirements can trigger an audit or denial.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residency, not a temporary status. Unlike the H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery for employment-based green cards, but there are per-country numerical limits, and nationals from high-demand countries can face significant priority-date backlogs. The PERM process also involves a full DOL recruitment test and prevailing wage determination, which H-1B labor condition applications handle differently.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers as an Associate Director?
Once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 job portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting your case. Your priority date from an approved I-140 can also be retained when a new employer files a fresh I-140 on your behalf, preserving your place in the queue.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Associate Director of Business Development roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your search on companies already committed to the PERM process rather than spending months discovering an employer won't sponsor late in negotiations. Cross-reference with PERM disclosure data from DOL to understand how often a company has completed the full certification process for similar roles.
Does my business development experience abroad count toward EB-2 or EB-3 eligibility?
Yes. For EB-2, five years of progressive post-baccalaureate experience in a relevant field can substitute for an advanced degree, and international experience qualifies if it's well-documented. For EB-3, a bachelor's degree in any field combined with relevant work history typically satisfies the professional category. Use O*NET to confirm which SOC code your Associate Director role maps to, since that code drives DOL's prevailing wage and experience requirements during PERM.