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Associate Business Development Manager Jobs in Boston, MA

Optikos is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to lead strategic growth initiatives and expand our presence in existing and emerging markets. In this role, you will identify new ...

Description Optikos is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to lead strategic growth initiatives and expand our presence in existing and emerging markets. In this role, you will ...

Job Requirements The Business Development Manager Engineered Systems drives new revenue growth by developing and securing business across emerging and adjacent markets for Stark Techs compression and ...

Business Development Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

The Business Development Manager will build upon an established regional presence while expanding influence across future opportunities. Representative projects include: * Schrafft's City Center ...

PolyAI is looking for a Business Development Manager to lead and scale our Business Development function, reporting into our GTM leadership team. In this role, you'll build and develop a high ...

Business Development Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

The Business Development Manager will build upon an established regional presence while expanding influence across future opportunities. Representative projects include: * Schrafft's City Center ...

Director of Business Development or Business Development Manager Full Spectrum is a leading provider of product development solutions, including software and system development and testing services.

Business Development Manager

Weymouth, MA · On-site

$135K - $150K/yr

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Position Summary: Electroswitch is a leading provider of switching, monitoring, and control solutions for the power industry, serving the utility, industrial power, and ...

Director of Business Development or Business Development Manager Full Spectrum is a leading provider of product development solutions, including software and system development and testing services.

The Business Development Manager (BDM) develops and maintains an assigned Energy Systems sales territory focused on sales to end users and municipalities. The Business Development Manager has the ...

Business Development Manager Remote - New England Quanterix is a global leader in ultra-sensitive biomarker detection, enabling breakthroughs in disease research, diagnostics, and drug development.

Business Development Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

$105K - $150K/yr

Business Development Manager Remote - New England Quanterix is a global leader in ultra-sensitive biomarker detection, enabling breakthroughs in disease research, diagnostics, and drug development.

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How much do associate business development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate business development manager in Boston, MA is $60,591.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,300.00 and $66,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an associate business development manager do?

An Associate Business Development Manager supports the growth of a company by identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with potential clients, and assisting in the development of sales strategies. They collaborate with senior managers to analyze market trends, prepare proposals, and participate in client meetings. Additionally, they often track the progress of ongoing projects and help ensure that business objectives are met. This role serves as a stepping stone to more senior business development positions and requires strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

What are some common challenges faced by associate business development managers when building client relationships?

Associate Business Development Managers often encounter challenges such as breaking into new markets, establishing trust with potential clients, and differentiating their company's offerings from competitors. Building and maintaining relationships requires strong communication skills, persistence, and adaptability, especially when addressing client concerns or shifting business needs. Success in this role typically involves proactive outreach, thorough market research, and close collaboration with sales, marketing, and product teams to ensure client satisfaction and long-term partnerships.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate business development manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Business Development Manager, you need strong analytical abilities, sales acumen, and a background in business or marketing, often supported by a bachelor's degree. Familiarity with CRM software (such as Salesforce), data analysis tools, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, negotiation abilities, and the capacity to build relationships set top performers apart in this role. These skills are crucial for identifying growth opportunities, managing client relationships, and driving revenue for the organization.
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Infographic showing various Associate Business Development Manager job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 83% In-person, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,591 per year, or $29.1 per hour.

Government Business Development Manager

Allied Universal

Boston, MA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

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Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
Company Overview:
Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.
Job Description
Allied Universal® is hiring a Government Business Development Manager. The Government Business Development Manager will develop trusted new business relationships, while driving multimillion dollar revenue growth within state, local and federal government agencies across a large geographic territory. The Government Business Development Manager will market comprehensive security solutions through multi-year service contracts to government decision makers. By consistently surpassing annual sales goals, the Government Business Development Manager will help communities become more secure and create new job opportunities for security professionals. Outstanding performance is rewarded through our industry leading and lucrative incentive plan.
Why Join Allied Universal® as a Government Sales Professional?
  • Opportunity to work with industry-leading security company, driving new government business throughout the New England Region
  • Government business development managers can be remote with travel throughout the territory.
  • High earning potential with a residual commission plan and bonus kickers

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Drive the entire sales process, including prospecting, management of self-generated and company provided leads, proposal development, contract and pricing negotiations, technical RFP responses, delivery of customized presentations and post close contract implementation
  • Develop and execute strategic business development plans targeting state, local and federal government agencies, within a designated territory, to achieve company growth objectives, increased market share and positioning of Allied Universal's local presence and comprehensive solutions
  • Build and maintain consultative relationships with government clients, industry partners, and stakeholders to foster long-term business partnerships
  • Stay up to date on industry and market trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies to identify innovative business opportunities
  • Continuously assess and report on sales cycle activity, pipeline development and sales goal tracking through the use of the CRM tool and ongoing communication to senior management
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including center of excellence departments (Finance and Marketing) as well as branch operational leadership to learn about the client's needs, position Allied Universal's comprehensive solutions and deliver a seamless transition of trust with the operational partner

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):
  • Must possess one of the following:
    • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales or related field of study with a minimum of five (5) years of outside sales experience, preferably within the government vertical
    • Associate's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales or related field of study with a minimum of seven (7) years of outside sales experience, preferably within the government vertical
    • High School diploma with a least fifteen (15) years of outside sales experience and including at least five (5) years within the government vertical
  • Current driver's license if driving a company-owned vehicle
  • Previous consultative sales experience
  • Minimum of five (5) years of outside sales experience
  • Ability to thrive in collaborating with operations partners and building relationships
  • Skillful in consultative selling techniques with a record in achieving sales excellence (awards, top rankings, consistent goal achievement)
  • Skilled at brand development using professional networks, local and national associations, and social media tools
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills, oral and written, and adept in creating and delivering compelling presentations
  • Proficient in web-based applications (e.g., Salesforce) and Microsoft Office programs
  • Strong organizational skills to effectively plan cold calling, in person client meetings, reporting and goal achievement
  • Ability to travel throughout all areas of the territory, including some overnight travel

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):
  • Outsourced solutions sales to state, local and federal government agencies
  • Knowledge of a contracting environment for government agencies, including the procurement process, capture management, regulations and winning government competitive proposals
  • Experience with Ariba, Bid Net, or other online procurement systems

BENEFITS:
  • Pay: $72,000.00 - $90,000.00 + $6k auto allowance + gas card + residual commission plan + bonus plan (estimated OTE $150k-$200k+ for top achievers)
  • Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Enrollment in our company's 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements
  • Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
  • Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

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Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
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2026-1648990

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Allied Universal® is a leading security and facility services company. We provide proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver evolving, tailored solutions that allow our clients to focus on their core business. Our excellence starts with our local leadership and local presence. Operating in more than 90 countries, our global workforce of approximately 800,000 people. Employees help to deliver our promise globally and locally: keeping people safe so our customers and communities can thrive. As we build the world's best services company, we continue to expand our footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level. In North America, we operate our business under the existing Allied Universal brand, and our international business operates under the G4S brand.

Industry

Investigation and physical security services, chemical manufacturing and real estate

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Ana, CA, US