Business Development Partner - Gallup Government Division

At Gallup, we realize that in looking for a career opportunity, it is important to find an employer whose core values reflect your own. As a workplace consultant for many world-class clients, Gallup prides itself on the quality of its own workplace. Many of our corporate philosophies spring from a basic respect for the unique needs and strengths of each associate.Respect for Talent
Gallup believes that every individual possesses talents inherent to his or her nature, and that people are happiest and most productive with jobs that tap into that natural aptitude. Profiles of prospective associates are developed to match them with the type of job that will most suit their blend of talents. Once that position is found, the associate is given every opportunity to grow that talent to its full potential.Personal Development and Growth
Gallup provides every associate with developmental opportunities, from informal educational sessions and career development boards to assistance with advanced degree plans. We recognize that the ongoing personal development of every Gallup associate is needed to provide a stimulating workplace and to keep progressing as an organization in a time when theoretical and technological advances move with lightning speed. Do you enjoy winning new government business and influencing agency decisions in a consultative selling environment? Do you have a proven track record of developing and managing business and clients at Fortune 1,000 companies or with federal government agencies? Are you an important, trusted advisor to government agencies? Do you successfully engage clients with intelligent, innovative consulting solutions, not products? Do you know how to identify federal funding priorities and assess a fit between your product and services?
The Gallup Organization is a performance management strategy firm that specializes in maximizing human capital by identifying talents, teaching about strengths, helping managers engage their employees, and equipping companies to better engage their customers. Together, these steps help clients increase their company growth and stock price.As a trusted advisor to government clients, you will introduce senior-level government executives to Gallup’s consulting solutions, assess their needs, and drive the implementation of Gallup’s recommendations within their agencies. Your goal is to engage government agencies that have a strong need for Gallup’s performance management systems and lead the client relationship for continued growth and new business acquisitions.You must be a strategic business thinker and an analytical consultant whose core strengths are persuasiveness, relationship building, client networking, and presenting. Candidates must have at least 3 years of federal government experience, either as a federal employee or a government contractor, as well as a bachelor’s degree. Familiarity with government procurement strategies and procurement contracting mechanisms is crucial.If you have the persistence, talent, and sophistication to make significant business and client contributions, we invite you to apply online today!The Gallup Organization is an Equal Opportunity EmployerFor positions in the United States, Gallup offers a flexible work environment, stock-purchase opportunities, a 401(k) plan, health insurance, a credit union, a wellness program, and many other competitive benefits.Most Gallup associates receive a base salary as well as Formax, Gallup's commission-like pay structure that is based on individual productivity. Gallup associates also have the opportunity to work with talented people and an extensive variety of Fortune 500 clients.
REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must have at least 3 years of federal government experience, either as a federal employee or a government contractor, as well as a bachelor’s degree. Familiarity with government procurement strategies and procurement contracting mechanisms is crucial.