Business Development Specialist

Location: Los Angeles, CA (Remote in California Only)
California applicants only

About Us

Urge Interactive is a fast-growing marketing agency that specializes in digital marketing solutions, including website design, branding, SEO, Google Advertising, Social Media Advertising, social media management, and more. We’re looking for a dynamic and experienced Business Development Specialist with a proven track record of selling marketing agency services to clients across diverse industries.

Position Overview

As our Business Development Specialist, you will be pivotal in driving the growth of our client base by selling tailored marketing services, such as website development, SEO, PPC, social media management, and full-service marketing solutions. The ideal candidate has deep experience in a marketing agency environment, a strong understanding of digital marketing strategies, and excels in building and maintaining client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Strategy & Execution: Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve revenue growth, targeting potential clients in need of marketing services.
• Client Acquisition: Proactively prospect, engage, and close sales for the agency’s marketing services (SEO, SEM, website development, social media marketing, etc.).
• Relationship Management: Build and nurture long-lasting customer relationships. Understand client needs and develop solutions to meet them.
• Corporate Partnerships & Strategic Alliances: The Business Development Specialist will be responsible for identifying, building, and nurturing corporate partnerships to drive new business opportunities. By forging relationships with key industry players (e.g., medical device companies, tech firms, etc.), you’ll develop strategic alliances that enable us to integrate our marketing services into larger sales channels.
• Sales Reporting & Forecasting: Prepare and present sales reports and forecasts to senior management. Track KPIs and evaluate sales performance via our internal platform.
• Collaboration with Marketing Teams: Work closely with internal teams to create proposals and marketing materials, ensuring seamless communication and delivering a unified message to clients.
• Proposal Creation & Management: Craft compelling, customized proposals that clearly articulate the agency’s value proposition, service offerings, and deliverables. Track and follow up on proposals to ensure the sales process moves forward efficiently.
• Negotiation & Closing: Use a consultative approach to understand client pain points, propose customized solutions, and close deals.
• CRM Management: Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of all sales activities and client interactions in our CRM system.

Key Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a sales role within a marketing agency or a related industry.
• Demonstrated success in selling services such as SEO, SEM, PPC, social media management, branding, website design, or content marketing.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing strategies and their value across various industries.
• Exceptional negotiation and closing skills.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales quotas and driving revenue growth.
• Ability to communicate effectively with C-level executives and business owners.
• Experience with CRM software (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce).
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + commission.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401k matching program.
• Generous paid time off and sick leave.
• Salary range of $65,000 – $85,000 plus bonus

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re a driven, high-energy sales professional with experience in the marketing agency industry, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your resume to careers@urgeinteractive.com and become part of our growing team!