Principal Business Development

Principal Business Development Lead

This position requires office presence of a minimum of five days per week and is only located in the posted location. No relocation is offered. Join AT&T and help reimagine the communications and technologies that connect the world! Our Consumer Technology Experience team is driving innovation and delivering reliable technology solutions that create differentiated, simplified customer experiences. Bring your bold ideas and fearless risk-taking to redefine connectivity and transform how the world shares stories and experiences that truly matter. When you step into a career with AT&T, you don't just imagine the futureyou create it.

About the Role : We're searching for a dynamic professional to join our Connected SolutionsConnected Car team as a Principal Business Development Lead. In this exciting role, you'll be responsible for both new business growth and account management for one or more automotive OEMs. You'll identify, develop, and manage strategic partnerships and business opportunitiesresponding to RFx's, negotiating pricing, handling contracts, deploying OEM solutions, maintaining vehicle programs, and forging alliances to drive revenue growth and expand AT&T's market presence.

Key Roles and Responsibilities : Your day-to-day may include, but isn't limited to :

• New Business Growth & Account Management : Take ownership of both expanding new business opportunities and managing existing relationships with one or more automotive OEM partners. Ensure long-term growth and satisfaction by delivering innovative solutions and exceptional support.
• Market Analysis & Competitive Intelligence : Conduct in-depth market analysis, monitor competitive activity, and uncover customer needs. Leverage internal financial and performance data, industry trends, and market dynamics to inform strategic decisions and identify new opportunities.
• Strategic Partnership Development : Seek out and engage potential partners to establish alliances that align with AT&T's goals. Build and nurture relationships with partners, regulatory agencies, and government officials to advance our business objectives.
• Business Proposal Creation & Presentation : Develop compelling business proposals and presentation materials to pitch innovative opportunities to both internal stakeholders and potential partners. Make the case for change, craft execution plans, and inspire all stakeholders to embrace and manage transformation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Contract Negotiation : Work closely with teams across legal, accounting, and business inspection to drive seamless execution of business development initiatives. Participate in negotiations of key transaction terms and conditions, and help define and execute transformation initiatives to ensure successful outcomes.

What You'll Bring : A track record as an accomplished professional, recognized for creative problem-solving and broad, in-depth knowledge. Experience leading significant projects with strategic autonomy and influencing executive decisions. Ability to mentor less experienced staff, implement long-term plans that impact the organization, and collaborate frequently with senior leadership.

Education & Experience : Bachelor's degree (BS / BA) preferred. 5+ years of relevant experience desired.

Ready to shape the future of connectivity? Apply now and help transform how the world connects and communicates! Our Principal Business Development earns between $128,400 - $192,600 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education / training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits : Medical / Dental / Vision coverage, 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement program, paid time off and holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays), paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected, adoption reimbursement, disability benefits (short term and long term), life and accidental death insurance, supplemental benefit programs : critical illness / accident hospital indemnity / group legal, employee assistance programs (EAP), extensive employee wellness programs, employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available), and AT&T phone.

Weekly Hours : 40 Time Type : Regular Location : Atlanta, Georgia Salary Range : $128,400.00 - $215,800.00 It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made. AT&T will consider for employment qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, state and local laws. We expect employees to be honest, trustworthy, and operate with integrity. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment) in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment status.