Business Development Associate

Overview:Guidepoint’s Business Development teams are passionate about expanding our reach with both new and existing clients. We support all Guidepoint’s service offerings, helping to build relationships and communicate how Guidepoint helps clients stay informed and make better business decisions. Our teams are motivated to provide custom offerings designed to help every potential client make the most of their partnership with Guidepoint.The Business Development team is looking for an entry-level Business Development Associate to further develop our business with major corporate institutions, F500 Corporations, Startups, etc. within the region. The Associate will be responsible for assisting in building a pipeline of prospects across a variety of industries. This is an exciting opportunity for a self-starter who wants to learn more about our corporate client base and make a significant contribution to our business model.This is a hybrid position out of our Boston office.What You’ll Do:Develop a working knowledge of industry coverage and the competitive landscape.Partner with management to identify top-tier new business opportunities based on strategic business development criteria and targets.Conduct outbound prospecting to generate leads and lead introductory/exploratory calls with prospectsMeet designated sales targets using a strategic and thoughtful process designed to partner with clients and add value to their processOnboard new users effectivelyWork closely with the client service team to collect feedback on open and closed projectsWhat You Have:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university Broad base knowledge of the sales process from lead generation to relationship managementExcellent communicator capable of handling high-profile clientsDemonstrated ability to work in a team atmosphereA desire to work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environmentInitiative and ability to handle increasing responsibility over timeExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAI fluency and experience using AI-enabled tools to support research, organization, prioritization, and written communicationAbility to use AI-enabled tools thoughtfully and responsibly, with attention to accuracy, confidentiality, data quality, and human judgmentCuriosity about emerging technology and a willingness to continue building skills with new tools that improve productivity and client service What We Offer:The annual base salary for this position is $65,000. Additionally, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on performance.You will also be eligible for the following benefits:15 PTO days, 10 legal holidays, and sick daysComprehensive medical, dental, and vision plansWill match up to 10% of employee contribution for 401(k), life insurance, paid time-off, and parental leave plansCommuter benefits and a corporate gym rateDevelopment opportunities through the LinkedIn Learning platformFree snacks and beverages in the officeFriday happy hour and “Summer Fridays”Year-round corporate athletic leagueCasual work environment, team building, and other social eventsAbout Guidepoint:Guidepoint powers end-to-end research workflows for the world’s best research teams.Backed by a global network of more than 2 million experts and over 1,600 employees, Guidepoint delivers real-time access to expertise, primary research, and actionable knowledge that help organizations make informed decisions. Through consultations, surveys, events, proprietary content, and AI-enabled tools, we support every stage of the decision-making process—from developing hypotheses and gathering insights to validating assumptions and building conviction for critical decisions.At Guidepoint, our success relies on the diversity of our employees, experts, and clients, which enables us to foster meaningful connections and a broad range of perspectives. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences can contribute and succeed.Base salary may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as geographic location.Compensation$65,000—$65,000 USD