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Business Development Director
Chicago, IL · Director · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$130k-$180kDetected 134 days ago
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About the role
- This role requires both doing and enabling.
- You'll personally initiate conversations and generate new business, while also strengthening the systems and habits that make growth a shared responsibility across the studio.
- We believe business development is a team sport.
Responsibilities
- IDEO Chicago is looking for a Director of Growth to expand our client portfolio and build a strong pipeline of ambitious, meaningful human-centered design work.
- Your role is to help us win the right work, build enduring relationships, and create consistent momentum in the market.
- You'll identify opportunities, develop early-stage relationships, shape them into real pursuits, and help others do the same.
- You'll work closely with Chicago studio leadership, our Chicago Business Development Lead, the Global Head of Growth, and other BD leaders across IDEO.
Skills
- Confidence partnering with senior leaders and cross-disciplinary teams to shape pursuits and close new business
- A well-developed professional network, ideally within Chicago and/or priority industry sectors
- Skill in communicating complex ideas clearly, crafting compelling narratives, and positioning creative work with clients
- Some previous projects to check out:
- Introducing LA's mental health crisis first responders
- Disrupting the beauty goliaths
- Culture as catalyst
- Reintroducing The Lawrence Hall of Science
- Transforming sick days with play
- Payscale & Benefits
- Translate strategy into a focused growth plan for the studio
- Maintain visibility into progress and adjust where needed
Compensation
- The salary range for this role is $130,000–$180,000 USD.
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