CrossCountry Consulting

Director-Business Development Executive

CrossCountry Consulting$200K — $250K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or MBA from an accredited university
  • 10+ years of business development experience in professional services
  • Established professional network in Los Angeles' finance community
  • Comfortable in tech-enabled environments, particularly using AI
  • Proven ability to meet and exceed revenue targets
  • Strong relationship-building and networking skills
  • Entrepreneurial spirit to develop business strategies from scratch

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive business development strategy
  • Leverage network to position CrossCountry as a leading advisory partner
  • Nurture relationships with key decision-makers and C-suite executives
  • Collaborate across service lines to execute targeted go-to-market strategies
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities in specified markets
  • Support cross-selling services to existing clients
  • Host and plan high-impact business development networking events
  • Regularly report on pipeline performance to firm leadership

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Generous parental and maternity leave policies
  • Technology stipends
  • Wellness reimbursement programs
Full Job Description
CrossCountry Consulting is quickly growing, and we are seeking an experienced business development professional to join our Los Angeles Team. Working closely with our Practice Leaders across Accounting Advisory, Risk Advisory, Technology-Enabled Transformation, and Transactions, you will drive new client relationships with the Office of the CFO, Private Equity sponsors, and C-suite and board-level leaders at mid-market and enterprise companies. The primary role of this position will be to generate new project opportunities by leveraging existing partnerships, networking, identifying target clients, meeting with clients, and working with our delivery teams to sell CrossCountry services. There will be travel associated with this role throughout the Los Angeles and Ventura County area as needed.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive business development strategy and process, augmenting the firm's existing go-to-market approach, coordinating both internal and external resources to optimize CrossCountry Consulting's positioning in the market.
  • Leverage your network across the CFO, Controller, finance leadership, board, and Private Equity communities to position CrossCountry as the go-to advisory partner in the Los Angeles market.
  • Develop, nurture, and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers at target companies including C-Suite, controllers, finance leadership, board members, and COE (centers of influence).
  • Collaborate with leaders across all service lines to craft and execute targeted go-to-market strategies aligned with the firm's relationship-centric and AI-enabled approach
  • Identify new target leads and facilitate proposing and closing new business opportunities within the Los Angeles and Ventura County markets.
  • Support the leadership team in cross-selling additional services to existing clients where appropriate
  • Collaborate with leaders across all service lines to craft and implement targeted go-to-market strategies aligned with the firm's relationship-centric approach.
  • Proactively engage with your network, including audit partners, service providers, professional associations, and industry forums to drive business development.
  • Plan and execute unique, high-impact business development networking events.
  • Track and report on pipeline performance, providing regular updates to firm leadership on activity, opportunities, and revenue forecast


What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, MBA, or graduate degree.
  • Exceptional, well-established professional network across the Los Angeles area - with trusted, senior-level relationships spanning the Office of the CFO, C-suite, board members, and Private Equity sponsors at mid-market and enterprise companies.
  • 10+ years of experience in business development leadership roles, with a proven track record of selling professional services in a relationship-driven approach.
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, technology-enabled environment - curious about how AI and emerging solutions are reshaping the advisory landscape and the Office of the CFO.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and excitement around building a business development process from the ground up.
  • Demonstrated ability to exceed annual revenue targets and close new business opportunities.
  • Strong history of fostering key relationships and leveraging your network to secure new opportunities.
  • Exceptional communication, leadership, relationship building, and networking skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with all levels at the firm.


$250,000 - $500,000 a year

CrossCountry Consulting is required to include an estimate of the compensation range for this role. The following ranges take into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, education, licenses, certifications, business needs, and internal equity. The base salary range for this position is $200,000 - $250,000 annually, which takes into account a wide range of factors, including skills, experience, education, business needs, and internal equity. An estimate of the On Target Earnings is $450K - $500K per year (base salary plus commission based on revenue sold by the individual).

Benefits Summary

The CrossCountry total rewards package includes comprehensive healthcare options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; and a 401(k) with company matching. Additionally, employees can take advantage of generous parental and maternity leave policies, technology stipends, and wellness reimbursement programs, all designed to support both professional growth and personal well-being. For detailed information about benefits at CrossCountry, please visit our dedicated benefits site: https://www.crosscountry-consulting.com/careers/benefits/.

About CrossCountry Consulting

CrossCountry Consulting is a management consulting firm that provides advisory services to clients in various industries, including financial services, healthcare, and technology. The company was founded in 2011 by Dave Kay and Evan Farren. CrossCountry Consulting offers a range of services, including finance transformation, risk and compliance, and technology solutions. The company is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
Learn more about CrossCountry Consulting
Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
2011
5 Year Trend
+50%
Revenue
$50 million

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