Business Development Associate

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Identify unique acquisition opportunities through extensive direct outreach methods (email, phone, LinkedIn, direct mail).

• Establish and nurture long-lasting relationships with founders, family business owners, executives, and reliable intermediaries.

• Represent KCG at various industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events.

• Keep meticulous and current records of all outreach efforts, discussions, and opportunity statuses in the CRM system.

• Monitor pipeline metrics such as outreach volume, contact rates, conversion rates, and the number of qualified opportunities generated.

• Develop and sustain investment and operating models that emphasize long-term cash flow, return on capital, and a stewardship mindset.

• Assist in valuation analysis, deal structuring, and preparation of investment committee materials.

• Aid in post-acquisition integration initiatives alongside the leadership team of the operating company.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline.

• Demonstrated experience in cold calling and business development, with a focus on high-volume outbound outreach, building relationships with senior decision-makers, and maintaining disciplined follow-up to create proprietary opportunities and progress discussions over time.

• Outstanding communication abilities and a professional demeanor.

• Strong organizational skills, follow-through, and a proactive ownership mentality.

• Proven problem-solving skills and an entrepreneurial mindset, with the capability to identify opportunities and design and implement solutions to achieve objectives.

• Proficiency in data analysis and adeptness in Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM platforms.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance options.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive team environment.