Senior Director, New Business Development - Events
Jack Morton Worldwide
| Company | Jack Morton Worldwide |
| Category | Sales |
| Location | Boston |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Director |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
Experience Without Limits Come shape the future of brand experience.
At Jack Morton, we design and build head-turning, smile-inducing, impact-driving brand experiences that redefine what experiential marketing can achieve. We help our clients unlock the full value of experiences by turning bold ideas into meaningful connections.
That takes a team that's bold, curious, and acts as one. We build on each other's ideas, challenge conventions, and show up for one another every day. Here, you'll do your best work, grow quickly, and partner across clients, disciplines, and global teams to bring new ideas to life.
This is a place where curiosity drives what’s next, boldness raises the bar, and every win is shared. Where ownership is expected, egos are left at the door, and the work reflects the passion and talent of the people behind it.
Experience without limits—in your work, your growth, and your impact. **ability to work hybrid in a US Jack office strongly preferred**
We’re looking for a dynamic and commercially minded Senior Business Development Director to lead experiential and events business growth efforts across the US region. This leader will play a pivotal role in driving client acquisition and revenue expansion by aligning our capabilities with the right opportunities in the market. The ideal candidate is an established relationship builder who understands how organizations buy, what decision-makers value, and how to position our agency to win in a competitive landscape. In this role, your connections, insights, and commercial instincts will directly shape the company’s growth and future success. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of identifying and landing experiential clients with a mastery of consultative and relationship-based selling.
What you’ll do
Planning and Pursuit
Lead business development and go-to-market efforts to attract, convert, and grow B2B clients
Leverage deep knowledge of buyer behavior, procurement cycles, and decision-making processes to build tailored outreach and pursuit plans
Turn targets into clear, actionable plans that mobilize teams and drive the agency towards its revenue and growth objectives
Collaborate with marketing and leadership to deliver campaigns, content, and positioning that effectively engage buyers
Qualification and Proposal Management
Lead the overall pitch and proposal process, ensuring teams deliver compelling, cohesive, and strategically sound solutions that align with client objectives
Define and drive the strategy-to-win for each pursuit, ensuring clear direction, alignment, and strategic oversight from lead qualification through final presentation
Ensure the right talent and expertise are assigned to each proposal and pitch opportunity
Develop and continuously refine best practices that drive efficiency, elevate quality, and boost win rates
Partner with internal teams to negotiate, structure, and close deals that are mutually beneficial for clients and the agency
Coach and guide junior team members, ensuring high-quality work and supporting their professional growth within the business development discipline
Relationships and Reputation
Cultivate and maintain high-value relationships across industries—acting as a trusted connector who opens doors and makes warm introductions
Champion the agency’s brand and offerings externally, building trust and credibility with prospective clients and industry leaders
Build internal relationships within Jack Morton and across the broader holding company network
Represent the agency at industry events, conferences, and client forums, continually building the company’s visibility and reputation
If you can do all that, you have what it takes. It might help if…
8 to 10+ years of business development experience, with a meaningful chunk of that in ex