Business Development Associate, Technology, Media, and Telecom Sector

Location Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco Job Description L.E.K. Consulting is one of the premier strategy consulting firms worldwide. At L.E.K., we are passionate about helping our clients succeed with breakthrough insights that drive real impact. Our clients view us as trusted partners that help address their most pressing challenges and biggest opportunities. We bring together the rigor of data‑driven analysis with the creativity and curiosity of a collaborative team. By hiring exceptional people and fostering a culture of ownership, inclusion, and continuous learning, we develop leaders who thrive on challenge and bring energy and optimism to every engagement. Founded in 1983, L.E.K. employs more than 2,200 professionals across five continents, and is consistently recognized as one of the industry’s best firms to work for. For more information, visit lek.com. Position Overview L.E.K. Consulting is seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Development professional to join our U.S. Sales Enablement team. This role focuses on driving business development efforts in the Technology, Media, and Telecom (TMT) sector. The Business Development Associate/Manager will identify and cultivate new client relationships, deepen engagement with current clients, and maintain an extensive knowledge base of industry trends and market conditions. This individual will excel in project management, balancing stakeholder priorities with firmwide and practice‑wide campaigns and initiatives. Success in this role requires a high volume of outbound outreach, efficient management of inbound leads, and a resourceful, data‑driven approach to uncovering opportunities. Reporting to a Business Development Manager in the TMT sector, the Associate/Manager will play a pivotal role in L.E.K.’s go‑to‑market and sales enablement strategy. Responsibilities Design and execute business development outreach strategies and plans that support sector priorities and individual MD priorities, including targeted prospecting, network development & management, and outreach initiatives Develop a deep understanding of the needs and issues in the TMT sector and align business development outreach strategies with areas where L.E.K. can deliver value and capabilities, including designing innovative approaches to access target accounts Proactively identify and prospect new accounts and contacts to grow the top of the sales funnel, ensuring alignment with practice priorities Contact and engage potential clients to establish rapport, arrange meetings, and cultivate opportunities for MDs with both new and existing accounts Align outreach efforts to sector go‑to‑market initiatives to drive client engagement and revenue, including webcasts, events, conferences, thought leadership, etc. Maintain and enhance contact data quality by tracking client engagement (meetings, outreach, proposals, etc.) in CRM and updating job transitions and company movements Research & analyze industry and company trends to identify high‑potential accounts and individuals, using internal and external data sources to determine intent and prioritize Develop outreach plans that effectively penetrate senior leadership at target accounts, including C‑level executives and key decision‑makers Track and manage account prioritization by setting clear goals and measuring business development activity and results against these objectives Represent the firm at industry conferences and events, building relationships with prospective clients and maintaining a strong external presence Follow up on business opportunities from referrals, campaigns, networking, and industry events, converting leads into actionable opportunities Consistently achieve or exceed performance metrics, including new contact additions, referrals, meeting/call scheduling, network activity maintenance and revenue Support post‑project client engagement, performing quality reviews to ensure satisfaction and identify follow‑on sales opportunities Qualifications Proven success in direct client contact management, with demonstrated expertise in prospecting and new business development Resourceful and highly skilled in leveraging data and insights to uncover opportunities, especially in ambiguous situations Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written), with the ability to engage and influence senior executives and internal stakeholders effectively Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, combined with the ability to work independently to drive progress and achieve results Proven ability to multi‑task and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, with strong organizational and project management skills Results‑oriented, self‑driven, and adept at proposing innovative ideas and solutions to complex challenges 4-8+ years of experience in sales, business development, or marketing, preferably within the professional services or consulting space Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS or equivalent) required; advanced degree a plus Demonstrated experience working with CRM systems, such as Salesforce, to manage sales pipelines and data Knowledge of or experience in the TMT sector strongly preferred Highly motivated, organized, and energetic with a passion for building client relationships What You’ll Bring To The Role A client‑centric mindset and the ability to translate industry insights into actionable business opportunities A focus on delivering measurable results, including client engagement, revenue growth, and relationship development A passion for continuous learning and improvement, coupled with an eagerness to contribute to team success and firm growth Additional Information The expected base salary range for this position is $70,000 – $80,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. L.E.K. Consulting offers a competitive total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with employer contribution, HSA contributions (where applicable), paid time off, and other firm‑sponsored benefits. This role is based in either our Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, or San Francisco office and follows our hybrid work model for U.S. offices. We require employees to be in their assigned home office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week, as well as the first Friday of each month. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for employer sponsorship. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider candidates requiring visa sponsorship, including but not limited to H‑1B, TN, F‑1 (OPT/CPT/STEM), or other work authorization. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. In accordance with applicable state and local laws, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances. For more information and to apply, please visit: #J-18808-Ljbffr