Forum One

Digital agency

Director,PublicSectorBusinessDevelopment

$111–257k Remote Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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optimal for Director candidates.

The Brief

“Director, Public Sector Business Development at Forum One. Skills: Public sector growth, Sales team leadership, Client relationships. Develop growth strategy. Execute growth strategy”

What You'll Achieve.

Generate $6M+ annual revenue; Build high-performing team; Lead high-performing team; Maintain forecastable pipeline; Support sustainable growth; Increase win rates; Expand market presence; Expand market reputation; Develop lasting client relationships; Drive repeat business; Drive long-term business

Industry & Context.

Digital agency
Eligibility Requirements

Work from US

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

10+ years business development experience, 5+ years selling to government, Proven success achieving revenue targets, Experience leading sales teams

Nice to Have

Federal procurement expertise, Capture strategy expertise, Proposal development expertise, Selling digital services, Selling technology services, Selling data services, Selling design services, Selling consulting services, Strategic thinker, Hands-on approach to execution, Passion for mission-driven work

What You'll Do.

Develop growth strategy

Execute growth strategy

Lead business development

Achieve revenue targets

Refine sales processes

Refine go-to-market strategies

Develop professionals

Establish performance metrics

Establish accountability

Establish pipeline discipline

Develop capture strategies

Develop account plans

Develop teaming approaches

Create compelling solutions

Develop relationships

Expand partner networks

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Delivery teams; Design teams; Engineering teams; Strategy teams

Communication Scope

Presentations; Relationship building

Full Job Description

Forum One is a digital agency that helps government agencies and mission-driven organizations solve complex challenges through strategy, design, technology, and data. We partner with organizations that create meaningful impact and help them deliver exceptional digital experiences. We're seeking a Director, Public Sector Business Development to lead growth across Federal, State, and Local Government (SLED), and support growth in nonprofit sectors. This role is responsible for driving new business, leading a high-performing sales team, and expanding Forum One's presence in mission-driven markets. What You'll Do Drive Growth Develop and execute Forum One's public sector growth strategy. Build and maintain a healthy, qualified, and forecastable pipeline. Lead business development efforts across Federal, SLED, and nonprofit markets. Achieve individual and team revenue targets. Refine sales processes, tools, and go-to-market strategies to improve performance and win rates. Lead a High-Performing Team Coach, mentor, and develop business development professionals. Establish performance metrics, accountability, and pipeline discipline. Foster a collaborative, results-oriented culture aligned with Forum One's values. Lead Strategic Pursuits Guide opportunities from discovery and capture through proposal and close. Develop capture strategies, account plans, win themes, and teaming approaches. Partner with delivery, design, engineering, and strategy teams to create compelling solutions. Serve as a trusted advisor to government and nonprofit leaders. Build Strategic Partnerships Develop relationships with agency leaders, nonprofit executives, and industry partners. Expand partner networks that strengthen Forum One's capabilities and market reach. Represent Forum One at industry events, conferences, and client engagements. What We're Looking For Experience 10+ years of professional services business development experience. 5+ years selling to government agencies and/or mission-dr

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