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Hanover Research

Managing Director, Business Development, K12

Hanover Research, Arlington, Texas, United States, 76000


Managing Director, Business Development, K12 Hanover Research Arlington, VA

Remote opportunity available

The Role The Managing Director is primarily responsible for generating new business and building new relationships to continue double-digit growth in the K-12 practice. Serving as the manager of directors and associates, the Managing Director is responsible for helping directors execute on quarterly bookings goals and associates reaching monthly scheduling quotas with a well-defined process and strong, detailed-oriented support.

The Managing Director will oversee the entire market opportunity in K-12 and help align our portfolio to best support school districts, regional education agencies, departments of education, and private independent schools.

As a Managing Director, you will also serve on the K-12 leadership team collaborating with the heads of account management, content, and marketing to deliver effective go-to market plans, growth strategies, and reinforce a culture of success across the organization. This position will report to the Chief Growth Officer.

Responsibilities

Revenue & Pipeline Management

Hold directors accountable to monthly/quarterly goals and forecasts

Provide creative ideas to increase conversion rate and exceed new business goals

Outreach Strategy

Guide associates and directors in their scheduling approach to prospective districts

Lead territory management planning to identify and recruit high-potential districts

Leverage strong marketing channels to generate additional business interest

Content Knowledge

Understands key research methodologies – survey, data, benchmarking, best practices

Support team in developing client voice around how to use research and insights

Practice Guidance

Liaise with Research and Account Management leaders to shape practice strategy

Influence pricing strategies and develop effective proposals to increase conversion rate

Provide commercial perspective on new product development and market opportunities

Stay apprised of market dynamics and the competitive landscape

Coaching & Support

Identify opportunities for director improvement

Ability to coach and improve commercial execution

Qualifications

Deep understanding of the K12 market, including potential buyers

Experience managing a high-growth sales team to meet quarterly and annual targets

Experience in a research, consulting, or technology sales management position

Exceptional communication (oral, written) and persuasion skills

Demonstrated track record of coaching and mentoring team members

High-energy, self-motivated, agile leader with the ability to think spontaneously

Believes in the power of data and research to make informed decisions

Ability to drive urgency and decisions with both internal and external stakeholders

Willingness to travel 10-20%

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree demonstrating high achievement from an accredited academic institution

10+ years in a consultative sales management role with a proven track record of success by consistently exceeding key performance metrics

Managing a portfolio of products and services within a K-12 education environment

Location DMV region preferred (office in Arlington VA)

Remote and hybrid work environment available as well

Work Schedule Monday - Friday

Benefits

Competitive base salary and uncapped commission earning potential exceeding $200K+

Award-winning training program on markets, research methodologies and sales skills

Top performers will be eligible for an annual sales incentive trip

Starting at 18+ days Paid Time Off

15 paid holidays including Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth, and Indigenous People’s Day, and personal holidays

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits package

401(K) employer matching program

Health and wellness packages with discounts to local gym

Annual company-wide day of service and monthly events partnering with local organizations

Community service opportunities

All travel expenses will be covered

Compensation Hanover Research strives to create compensation and benefits programs that are competitive, equitable and fair. The On Target Earning (OTE) range for this role is $220,000- $260,000+ per year, which is comprised of a base salary range from $120,000- $150,000 and a variable uncapped commission structure ranging at $100,000+ when goal is 100% obtained for this role. Please note that the base salary offered is contingent on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Our base pay range is determined by the role and the market.

Hanover believes in supporting our team’s overall well-being now and in the future. We provide retirement benefits and 401K matching to help you plan ahead, wellness benefits to keep you healthy, medical coverage to lift you up if you or your dependents get sick, and paid time away to rejuvenate.

About Hanover Research Founded in 2003, Hanover Research is a global research and analytics firm that delivers market intelligence through a unique, fixed-fee model to more than 1,000 clients. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Hanover employs high-caliber market researchers, analysts, and account executives to provide a service that is revolutionary in its combination of flexibility and affordability.

Hanover Values

Business Building – We build our business quickly and intelligently and we help our clients do the same

Thought Leadership and Innovation – We strive constantly to deliver better information in a better way

Service – To our clients and our community, service is our guiding principle

Leadership and Mentorship – Our talent is our greatest asset, and we hope to help our people be their best

Firm Citizenship – We are optimists who believe there are endless possibilities for our company and ourselves

How to Apply If you are interested in the prospect of working for a dynamic, fast-growing company, we encourage you to submit your resume and any other supporting materials by applying to the job here on current openings page.

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Hanover Research provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, or status with regard to public assistance.

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