Vice President, Business Development (Financial Services)

Dukas Linden Public Relations (DLPR), an Infinite Company, is a communications partner for leaders in finance, asset and wealth management, banking, capital markets, professional services, and digital assets. Founded in 2002, we help category-leading firms and innovators expand their share of voice and reach the audiences that matter most in a global marketplace. Ranked among the top financial PR firms by O'Dwyer's, DLPR brings a deep bench of senior talent and a newsroom-first approach that consistently lands top-tier results. Our teams place clients across outlets like CNBC, Bloomberg, the Wall Street Journal, and Barron's, with sector strength spanning accounting, consulting, compliance, and law. As part of Infinite, an international communications firm specializing in PR, Content & Campaigns, and Crisis & Litigation, DLPR now offers clients an even broader platform, pairing deep financial services expertise with an international network across the US and UK.

About the role

An experienced business development leader to drive new business for DLPR's financial services practice, from identifying and qualifying opportunities through pitch and close. Ideal candidates bring eight to twelve years in business development or proposal work, ideally serving financial services clients, and are comfortable owning pursuits end to end. This is a hands-on, senior role with real independence. You'll partner closely with DLPR's senior leaders and their established sector relationships while you set the pace on pursuits and build a repeatable approach to financial services BD as the practice grows.

Responsibilities

• Own financial services business development end to end, from identifying and qualifying prospects through pitch and close.
• Develop proposals and pitch materials that speak to what each prospect actually needs.
• Pull together pitch teams for each opportunity, working with practice leaders to bring the right expertise to the table.
• Build and maintain a library of financial services case studies and credentials the team can reuse, keeping it current and approved.
• Own the financial services pipeline, setting priorities and keeping pursuits moving forward.
• Track target accounts and emerging opportunities across asset and wealth management, banking, capital markets, fintech, and crypto.
• Watch competitor activity and market trends, and fold what you learn into how we position and pursue.
• Cultivate relationships with key prospects and decision-makers over time, and represent the firm at industry events where it counts.
• Keep pipeline data current in the CRM and contribute to regular BD reporting for leadership.

Requirements

• Eight to twelve years in business development or proposal work, ideally in or around financial or professional services, or an agency serving those clients.
• Background in PR or communications, or moved into BD from an account or advisory role.
• Ability to run a complex, multi-stakeholder pitch from first contact through submission, and write high-quality content yourself.
• Deep knowledge of the financial services world, including sectors, market dynamics, and what organizations need from a communications partner.
• Self-directed and comfortable owning a pipeline and setting priorities with minimal day-to-day direction.
• Ability to juggle several live pursuits at once without compromising quality.
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to work well with senior colleagues across a matrixed organization.
• Proficiency in building polished, client-ready materials in PowerPoint and familiarity with CRM systems (HubSpot a plus).

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule: two days in the office with three optional work-from-home days per week.
• $175 one-time stipend for your at-home work setup.
• $50 monthly stipend for your smartphone contract and a stipend to upgrade your device every three years.
• Competitive salary and customizable benefits package including:
  • 100% company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • 401k with competitive company match.
  • Employee Assistance Program and free annual membership to the Calm app.
  • Ample time off: 15 vacation days, 10 annual company holidays, nine days paid sick leave, one personal day, and an “on call” period between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Thorough onboarding and training process that extends throughout your tenure.
• Friendly and highly collaborative working environment where your voice is heard and ideas count.
• Opportunity to work with leading financial, law, and professional services firms on a global scale within an international network.
• Focus on growth and professional development: twice-annual professional planning sessions, regular access to leadership, and mentorship opportunities.

Pay

The current annual base salary range for this position is $155,000-$180,000. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.