Marketing Business Development Manager

About Quinn Thomas and the Opportunity  

Please email cover letter and resume to: View email address on click.appcast.io 

Location: Portland, OR, or Seattle, WA (Hybrid)

Quinn Thomas is one of the Pacific Northwest's leading marketing and corporate communications agencies. We help organizations navigate complex challenges, strengthen reputations and achieve business objectives through marketing, corporate communications and public affairs. 

We're seeking a proactive, relationship-oriented Business Development & Marketing Manager to help drive our next phase of growth. Working closely with agency leadership, this person will identify and advance new business opportunities, strengthen prospective client relationships and execute marketing initiatives that generate qualified leads. 

This hands-on role combines marketing, business development and pipeline management, providing the structure, coordination and follow-through needed to turn opportunities into revenue. This role will partner closely with senior leaders to advance strategic selling and client relationships while driving execution, tracking performance and ensuring consistent progress. 

The ideal candidate is organized, resourceful and self-directed, with strong marketing instincts, business development discipline and a talent for building relationships. Success means creating a consistent, measurable approach to business development that helps convert opportunities into long-term client engagements. 

Roles and Responsibilities  

Business Development & Relationship Management (50%)   

• Research and prioritize prospective clients across marketing, corporate communications and public affairs, identifying decision-makers and business opportunities. 
• Partner with agency leadership to develop and execute targeted outreach, relationship-building and lead-generation strategies. 
• Coordinate prospect outreach, meetings, introductions, proposals and follow-up to advance qualified opportunities. 
• Identify opportunities to reconnect with existing relationships, cultivate referrals and support senior leaders in identifying potential account expansion opportunities. 
• Monitor industry trends and business leads to identify emerging opportunities. 

Marketing & Brand Development (30%)  

• Manage the agency's marketing calendar, prioritizing activities that build visibility, strengthen relationships and generate qualified leads. 
• Coordinate website, LinkedIn, email, thought leadership, awards, speaking opportunities and events, working with agency leaders and creative resources. 
• Identify opportunities to showcase agency expertise, client successes and leadership perspectives in priority industries. 
• Track marketing performance and recommend adjustments based on engagement, lead generation and business development results. 

Pipeline & Project Management (20%)   

• Maintain accurate CRM and pipeline records, including prospect information, opportunity status, relationship owners and next steps. 
• Coordinate weekly business development meetings, track action items and ensure timely follow-through. 
• Prepare monthly reporting on prospect activity, qualified leads, meetings, proposals, wins and pipeline value. 
• Identify opportunities to improve business development processes, reporting and workflow efficiency. 
• Use AI and digital tools to support research, content development and productivity. 

About You  

• 5–7 years of experience in business development, marketing or client development, preferably within an agency, consulting firm or professional services organization. 
• Experience supporting lead generation, prospect outreach, relationship development and marketing initiatives. 
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 
• Proactive, self-directed and comfortable initiating outreach, anticipating needs and driving follow-through. 
• Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging senior leaders, prospective clients and external partners. 
• Strong research skills and the ability to identify business opportunities and translate information into actionable recommendations. 
• Experience with CRM systems, LinkedIn, email marketing and digital marketing tools. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Canva, Adobe and AI-powered productivity tools preferred. 
• Collaborative, resourceful and detail-oriented, with an interest in business, marketing and public affairs. 
• Demonstrates Quinn Thomas's core values: Accountable, Passionate, Curious, Fearless and Tireless. 

Benefits  

• Base salary of $90,000 annually, plus eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus tied to established business development goals. 
• Hybrid work arrangement in Portland or Seattle, with two full days per week required in the office. 
• Employer-sponsored medical benefits. 
• Three weeks of accrued paid time off during the first year of employment and four weeks after the first year, including use for qualifying sick leave. 
• Ten paid holidays, plus the employee's birthday. 
• Additional protected leave in accordance with agency policy and applicable law. 
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan with matching and profit-sharing opportunities. 
• Professional development, networking, conferences, and industry events. 
• Team-building activities, training and company-wide retreats. 

Please email cover letter and resume to : View email address on click.appcast.io