Director of Business Development

Director Of Business Development

We are looking for a Director of Business Development for our Boulder, CO office who is passionate about clean energy and an aspiring leader in business development for the power industry. Ascend Analytics is an innovative software and consulting company focused on energy analytics that are transforming the electric grid to renewables.

As a Director of Business Development at Ascend, you will drive sales and business development activities to promote the accomplishments and value-added unique capabilities of Ascend's Market Intelligence services. Ascend's Market Intelligence and BatterySIMM platform combines market reports, software, and analysis surrounding prevailing trends in domestic energy markets to provide insights and guidance on transaction values and project economics.

Job Responsibilities :

• Identify and prospect for financial industry clients, including lenders, private equity, venture capital, pensions, and other institutional investors transacting within the renewable energy space
• Manage sales funnel through forecasting, account resource allocation, account strategy, and planning
• Negotiate and successfully close contracts for Ascend's Market Intelligence subscription services, valuation support, and other additional services
• Develop and maintain key customers through internal CRM platforms
• Develop presentation materials and proposals and perform product demonstrations clearly articulating Ascend's unique value proposition
• Effectively communicate the relative advantages that our products can provide to the financial services sector
• Support Ascend in moving strategically into alternative product offerings, including non-US markets, emerging technologies, and innovative financial solutions for the renewable industry

Required Skills & Knowledge :

Preferred Skills & Knowledge :

Base Salary $130,000-$160,000. Total Expected Compensation (OTE) (base + commission) $200,000 - $220,000. Negotiable based on qualifications and experience. Ascend highly values our employees and often pays above industry average. We offer flexible work hours in a relaxed environment with opportunities for advancement and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, parental leave, dependent care spending account, and a 401k plan.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Ascend Analytics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Ascend Analytics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@ascendanalytics.com.