About Us

Volition Partners is a boutique consulting firm dedicated to building high-performance companies. We are excited to introduce our innovative service, the Volition Index, designed to help organizations benchmark their performance in critical disciplines such as strategic alignment, operating agility and leadership effectiveness. Our vision for the Volition Index is to simplify and standardize how leadership teams measure management debt, so they can take immediate action to improve performance. 

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Volition Partners is building a tight-knit team of world class talent who are passionate about reducing the pain and uncertainty that is inherent in building companies. The company was founded in 2020 by Dave Williams, an executive leader with decades of management experience as a founder or executive at companies including Cadbury Schweppes, DoubleClick, Viacom and Rhapsody.

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Position Overview

We are looking for a dynamic and entrepreneurial Business Development Lead to join our small team and spearhead the growth of the Volition Index from early-stage product to a defacto standard that companies use to assess their performance.  This is a unique opportunity for a professional with a strong background in selling consulting, research, or analytics services to contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the Volition Index and the company. The ideal candidate will be passionate about building a new company, willing to take risks, and eager to make a significant impact in their field.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Generation and Sales: Identify and pursue new business opportunities for the Volition Index. Develop and execute strategies to drive sales growth and achieve revenue targets.

• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients. Understand client needs and present tailored solutions that demonstrate the value of the Volition Index.

• Strategic Partnerships: Identify and establish partnerships with relevant organizations and industry influencers to enhance the reach and credibility of the Volition Index.

• Market Research: Conduct market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive landscape. Provide insights to inform product development and marketing strategies.

• Product Strategy: Collaborate with the leadership team to refine and evolve the Volition Index based on market feedback and client needs. Contribute to the overall product strategy and roadmap.

• Risk Management: Embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of building a new company. Be willing to take calculated risks and navigate the challenges associated with a startup environment.

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Qualifications

• Experience: Proven track record in business development, sales, or related roles within the consulting, research, or analytics industries.

• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Demonstrated ability to thrive in a startup environment, with a willingness to take risks and drive growth.

• Relationship Building: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills in English, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.

• Strategic Thinking: Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities.

• Results-Oriented: Goal-driven and self-motivated, with a focus on achieving sales targets and driving business growth.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field. Advanced degrees or relevant certifications are a plus.

• Availability: Ability to work in PST time zone

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What We Offer

• Ground Floor Opportunity: Be part of an exciting new venture with the potential for significant impact, growth, and financial upside.

• Flexible Work Environment: Remote and hybrid work options to support work-life balance.

• Collaborative Culture: Join a passionate and driven team dedicated to building high-performance companies.

• Competitive Compensation: Incentive-Based Compensation: This role will start with a high commission structure for early sales successes. As the business grows, compensation will gradually include a base salary with continued performance-based incentives and equity ownership opportunities.

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How to Apply

If you are ready to take on the challenge of building a new boutique consulting company and driving the success of the Volition Index, we want to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are excited about this opportunity to: jobs@volition-partners.com