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Korn Ferry US

Business Development Director, Accounting & Finance

Korn Ferry US, Dallas, TX, United States


About Us

Korn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm. We help clients synchronize strategy and talent to drive superior performance. We work with organizations to design their structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people to bring their strategy to life. And we advise them on how to reward, develop, and motivate their people.

Our 10,000 colleagues serve clients in more than 50 countries. We offer five core solutions:

  • Organizational Strategy
  • Assessment and Succession
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Leadership Development
  • Total Rewards
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Job description

OPPORTUNITY TO ENHANCE YOUR CAREER - It's about exceeding your potential.

The Business Development Director Interim Finance for Korn Ferry is a critical position within our organization. This role serves as the primary developer of new business and new consultants for Korn Ferry's Interim Finance team in the designated region. This role will offer rewarding opportunities and it will also be extremely demanding. This position will manage client and consultant relationships as well as actively seek out new business opportunities on an ongoing basis to drive the success of the interim teams. This position will develop sales opportunities within their own book of business to continue to grow the firm.

Key Responsibilities
  • Business Development - 70%
  • Drive business development efforts to align with the vision and overall objectives of the firmesponsible for consistently meeting and exceeding sales goals and objectives for Korn Ferry
  • Collaborate as a team with Business Development Directors working for our affiliate business lines to create brand awareness and growth potential
  • Ensure all current and prospective clients understand and comprehend the overall mission of Korn Ferry's interim practice
  • Build and maintain relationships with leaders in client organizations to effectively support their organization and learn about their business needs
  • Support client in identifying and detailing potential business gaps and developing potential solutions to fill them, creating a meaningful experience for the client and consultant
  • Support, coach, and advocate for consultants throughout their projects at client sites to ensure effective and successful project outcomes and positive working relationships
  • Consultant Assessment - 20%
  • Interview, source and represent current and prospective consultants in opportunities that will continue to enhance their career objectives
  • Build and maintain relationships with consultants to effectively identify career goals and support needs
  • Market Involvement - 10%
  • Join professional networking organizations to represent Korn Ferry in the community
  • Attend industry and market events to broaden network and represent Korn Ferry in the community
  • Identify opportunities to join a Board or a cause which you are passionate about
Professional Experience/Qualifications
  • Minimum of 10 years of accounting and finance experience
  • Skills/Software
  • Computer systems experience to include Microsoft Suite
  • Nice to have experience with customer relationship management systems
  • Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills
  • Communicate effectively with employees of all levels within the organization, as well as with clients and the community.
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or related field required
  • MBA, CPA, or equivalent strongly preferred

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Internal Mobility at Korn Ferry

If you currently work for Korn Ferry or one of our affiliates, you must be eligible to apply for a different position within Korn Ferry to use the Careers Site. If you accept such a position, your benefits programs and Human Resources policies may change. Please consult with your HR contact for the new position concerning application eligibility, including any immigration/visa needs, benefit programs, and HR policies applicable to that position.

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Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative

Action Employer - Minority/Female/Disability/ Veteran

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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