Consultant - Business Development

We are looking for an Associate, Market Development & Partnerships to support and accelerate Uniqus' growth in the market. This is a high-energy, externally-facing role designed for someone who is eager to build their career in business development within a fast-growing professional services firm.

This role is ideal for someone who is hungry to learn, builds relationships naturally, and wants to be part of a team that is directly shaping how Uniqus shows up in the market. You will work closely with the Managing Director, Clients & Markets, and senior leadership, supporting market activation, relationship development, and pipeline building activities.

· Support Uniqus' visibility and presence in the region by assisting with external market activity, including events, industry forums, networking platforms, and targeted outreach

· Help develop and maintain relationships with decision-makers, referral sources, and key stakeholders across the regional business community, under the guidance of the Managing Director, Clients & Markets

· Assist in identifying and qualifying net new opportunities aligned to Uniqus' priority solutions, target accounts, and growth strategy

· Support the execution of regional market activation plans, including event logistics, outreach coordination, and follow-up tracking

· Partner with the Managing Director, Clients & Markets, and practice leaders to assist with outreach around priority sectors, services, and campaigns

· Contribute to converting market intelligence and relationship activity into actionable leads, meetings, and opportunity discussions

· Maintain CRM records with discipline — logging contacts, activities, meetings, and next steps accurately and consistently

· Assist with local event strategy, sponsorships, roundtables, and executive introductions that strengthen Uniqus' market profile

· Support the positioning of Uniqus as a trusted advisor by bringing relevant insights and differentiated messaging into client and prospect conversations

· Work across teams to support smooth handoffs from early relationship-building to opportunity development and pursuit

· 1 to 3 years of experience in business development, sales, partnerships, marketing, or a client-facing role in professional services, consulting, advisory, or a similarly relationship-led B2B environment

· A natural relationship-builder — someone who is comfortable meeting new people, asking good questions, and following up with purpose

· Energy and ambition to build a career in BD within a high-growth, entrepreneurial firm

· Basic commercial awareness and curiosity about where Uniqus' solutions add the most value

· Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to represent the firm professionally in external settings

· Organized and reliable approach to follow-up, scheduling, CRM tracking, and task management

· Willingness to attend external events regularly and be an active, visible presence in the regional market

· Comfort working in a fast-moving environment with shifting priorities and high expectations

· Interest in or exposure to event coordination, partner programs, or local market campaigns is a plus

· Coachable, self-aware, and motivated to learn from senior leaders and improve continuously