Business Development Associate

Proposal Development & RFP Management:

• Lead the creation of high-quality, customized proposals that clearly communicate Bellweather’s value and offerings.
• Review and respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) with attention to deadlines and requirements.
• Collaborate with leadership and subject matter experts to develop content and support pitch presentations.
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather assets and meet proposal deadlines.

Client Research & Outreach:

• Research prospective clients, projects, and funding opportunities in our core sectors.
• Conduct outreach to potential partners and decision-makers via email, social platforms, or networking.
• Track and follow up on outreach efforts to maintain momentum and build relationships.
• Create and schedule social media content aligned with the business development strategy, with a focus on reaching decision-makers in our core sectors.

CRM & Project Management:

• Maintain and update our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, keeping leads, contacts, and activities organized.
• Track outreach, proposal status, and outcomes to support reporting and prioritization.
• Maintain and update budget tracking documents in collaboration with leadership; support quarterly updates to partner forecasts.

Calendar Management & Events:

• Maintain calendars of upcoming RFPs, industry events, and partnership meetings.
• Support event planning, registration, and follow-up for conferences, presentations, and networking opportunities.
• Identify speaking and sponsorship opportunities aligned with our growth goals.

Collaboration & Team Support:

• Work closely with our leadership, strategy, and creative teams to execute business development efforts.
• Stay informed about Bellweather’s work to speak confidently about our services and expertise.
• Contribute to internal operations by keeping materials organized and projects on track.

• 2–5 years of experience in business development, editorial, research, or project coordination—ideally within a creative agency, nonprofit, publishing house, or similar environment that values precision, writing, and organization.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills, especially in crafting proposals and professional emails.
• Highly organized with experience managing deadlines and juggling multiple projects.
• Comfortable working remotely and independently while collaborating across teams.
• Experience working in fast-paced environments and managing multiple priorities at once.
• A proactive, can-do mindset with an interest in mission-driven work.

Bellweather is committed to being an inclusive, innovative, and forward-thinking company. In addition to your base salary, all full-time employees receive the following compensation and benefits:

• Mostly remote office: 90% remote as well as in-person meetings
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401k match
• Unlimited PTO: take the time you need to recharge, get a haircut, or visit family and friends. We trust you will manage your time effectively to get the work done.
• Flexible work schedules
• Professional development stipends

We’d love to hear from you if you are a strategic, results-driven individual with a passion for business growth and innovation, ready to contribute to the continued success and expansion of Bellweather Agency.

Apply via email to jobs@bellweather.agency. Include the following in your email:

• Subject line: “Business Development Associate – Your Firstname Lastname” 
• Your resume
• A brief cover letter (in the email body) that answers to the following questions:
  • What excites you about business development?
  • What has your experience been with remote work?
  • Share a bit of your story and what excites you about Bellweather.

Annual salary will be $65,000-75,000 based on experience.