Business Development Specialist at IMS Legal Strategies

Full-timeDescriptionIMS Legal Strategies serves trusted law firms and corporations worldwide to elevate strategies and protect reputations. IMS provides comprehensive solutions for complex legal and business matters including specialized advisory and analytical support global expert witness services data-driven litigation consulting powerful visual advocacy and flawless presentation technology. As a strategic partner for the full case lifecycle we work collaboratively with clients to uncover and analyze core arguments develop a strong story around key themes and deliver compelling presentations that reinforce the narrative.IMS offers a fully integrated international team with decades of practical experience in more than 45000 cases and 6500 trials. We are driven to help clients overcome challenges and achieve the best possible results. Together we win. Visit for more.JOB SUMMARY:The Business Development Specialist is responsible for identifying developing and generating promising sales leads by nurturing contacts and employing various sales narratives and communication techniques with a hunter sales mentality. This role focuses on creating awareness among potential clients and generating quality opportunities. The Business Development Specialist will collaborate closely with an experienced sales professional to target and cultivate opportunities in both established and new territories.The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter capable of identifying and developing new business prospects from multiple sources including inbound marketing leads prospect lists discovery and individual research. This position requires a dynamic personality with intellectual curiosity and a strong drive to reach decision-makers.Qualified candidates must be based in the Atlanta GA metropolitan area. RequirementsESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Develop new business opportunities via telephone and electronic communicationsInitiate sales process by cold calling strong emphasis on outbound phone callsDevelop a complete understanding of the organizations structure and key buying influences of appropriate C-Level decision makersFollow up on suspect opportunities and conduct research to identify and further quality potential prospectsConduct a thorough needs analysis and determine prospects budget decision makers need and timelines (BANT)Build and cultivate potential prospect relationships by initiating communications and conducting follow-up communications to BANT qualify opportunities for the sales organizationWork with the client managers to ensure an ideal handoff of BANT qualified prospectsWork with the Sales Integration Manager to develop and grow the sales pipeline with highly qualified sales opportunitiesManage data for new and prospective clients in database ensuring all communications are logged information is accurate and documents are attachedParticipate in training designed to complement the needs of the rolePrepare and analyze lead pipeline reports and dashboardsSKILLS & EXPERIENCE:Demonstrated ability to meet and/or exceed determined sales and activity quotasAptitude to learn complex solutions delivered via trainingStrong time management skillsA proven track record of strong client relationshipsSuperior written and verbal communication presentation and interpersonal skillsConfident assertive flexible team-orientated and professionalEDUCATION & TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:2 -3 years of proven telemarketing and/or inside sales experience or a combination of education and experienceBachelors degree in business communications or related field requiredAbility to master product knowledgeProficient in MS Office products (Excel Word MS Outlook MS PowerPoint)Experience with CRM Software preferredLOCATION:This position is 100% remote and supports east to west coast time zones.Our Employer Value Proposition IncludesA competitive compensation package with 401K matchFlexible PTO and 12 paid holidaysRobust Health & Welfare Benefits including medical dental vision HSA short term disability long term disability and life insurance all with generous company contributionsCareer development programs supported through an integrated Learning PlatformTalent Identification Program to recognize and reward our high performing high potential team members through career growth opportunities and unique development experiencesIMS Legal Services is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Business Development,Sales Experience,B2B Sales,Presentation Skills,Time Management,Marketing,Cold Calling,Microsoft Powerpoint,Salesforce,Organization Design,Public Speaking,Lead Generation Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1