RSM US LLP
Business Development Director - Tax, Audit, Consulting Sales -Technology Industry (NYC)
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Business Development Director - Technology Industry in NYC/Metro
RSM is seeking a dynamic Business Development (BD) Director to drive growth in the New York City market by establishing and expanding relationships with new clients operating in the Technology sector, with an emphasis on Technology companies and growing RSM’s Audit, Tax, and Consulting practices. This role is centered on new‑logo acquisition across NYC’s high‑growth and established TMT ecosystem, serving both public and private company structures, ranging from emerging early-stage organizations to large multi-national conglomerates.
The Business Development Director will play a critical role in expanding the firm’s three primary service lines—Audit, Tax, and Consulting—by targeting mid‑market to up-market Technology organizations, including venture‑backed tech companies, emerging-growth firms, and large enterprises.
The BDM drives and guides the entire sales process end‑to‑end from systematic prospect and opportunity identification, opportunity strategy development, cross‑functional team orchestration, proposal facilitation, and closing. This role requires a disciplined pipeline builder who can navigate complex, multi‑stakeholder sales cycles and cultivate strong C‑suite relationships across NYC’s Technology industry while orchestrating internal complexities.
This position offers a competitive base salary with a lucrative, uncapped incentive compensation plan and the full support of RSM’s industry, functional, and national sales resources.
Responsibilities
- Source, qualify and support new opportunities with NYC‑based Technology companies not currently served by RSM.
- Execute a defined sales plan and manage the complete sales process, coordinating internal/external resources to position RSM effectively.
- Leverage a strong network of technology‑focused COIs (banking, legal, VC/PE, accelerators, industry groups) to identify new business opportunities.
- Collaborate with TMT industry team leaders to identify and target priority accounts across the NYC market.
- Support Partners, Principals, Directors, and Senior Managers in cross‑selling additional services where appropriate.
- Work closely with local and national marketing teams to develop targeted TMT go‑to‑market campaigns.
- Provide actionable market feedback to Sales leadership on emerging Technology trends and opportunity areas.
- Build and maintain a disciplined pipeline and accurate forecasts tied to validated opportunities.
- Partner with RSM professional staff to address client needs and deliver integrated solutions.
- Prepare and facilitate presentations, proposals, and Statements of Work.
- Lead opportunity pursuit teams, coordinating cross‑functional resources and subject‑matter experts.
- Identify and deploy technical and industry resources to support new opportunities.
- Collaborate across RSM service lines to bring the full breadth of the firm’s solutions to the TMT market.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 6+ years demonstrated success selling professional services to mid‑market companies ($20M–$1B+ in revenue)
- Experience selling consulting services with the ability to orchestrate cross‑disciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive solutions
- Proven ability to lead complex sales cycles from identification through close
- Experience engaging multiple senior decision makers, primarily at the C‑suite level
- Established network of professional COIs (banking, legal, advisory services, VC/PE) relevant to sourcing NYC Technology opportunities
- Ability to actively participate in proposal and SOW development
- Experience using CRM systems for pipeline reporting and sales tracking
- Proficiency leveraging social media platforms for networking and market visibility
- Strong executive presence, influence skills, and business acumen
- Self‑disciplined, motivated, and strong time‑management
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong communication, presentation, analytical, and organizational skills
- Experience within large regional or national professional services firms
- Demonstrated involvement with NYC‑based industry associations, civic groups, or tech community organizations
- Active network of C‑level technology executives
- Desire to operate in a fast‑moving sales environment with aggressive growth objectives
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.
We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [email protected].
RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.
RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.
At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Compensation Range: $136,800 - $242,000
Individuals selected for this role may be eligible for sales commissions and a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.
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