ABOUT APPLY DIGITAL Apply Digital is a global experience transformation partner. We drive AI-powered change and measurable impact across complex, multi-brand ecosystems. Leveraging expertise that spans across the customer experience lifecycle from strategy, design to engineering and beyond, we enable our clients to modernize their organizations and maximize value for their business and customers. Our 750+ team members have helped transform global companies like Kraft Heinz, NFL, Moderna, Lululemon, Dropbox, Atlassian, A+E Networks, and The Very Group.  Apply Digital was founded in 2016 in Vancouver, Canada. In the past nine years, we have grown to ten cities across North America, South America, the UK, Europe, and India. At Apply Digital, we believe in the “One Team [https://www.applydigital.com/insights/learn/transforming-digital-services-apply-digital-s-how-for-digital-innovation/]” approach, where we operate within a ‘pod’ structure. Each pod brings together senior leadership, subject matter experts, and cross-functional skill sets, all working within a common tech and delivery framework. This structure is underpinned by well-oiled scrum and sprint cadences, keeping teams in step to release often and retrospectives to ensure we progress toward the desired outcomes.  Wherever we work in the world, we envision Apply Digital as a safe, empowered, respectful and fun community for people, every single day. Together, we work to embody our SHAPE (smart, humble, active, positive, and excellent) values and make Apply Digital a space for our team to connect, grow, and support each other to make a difference.  Visit our Careers page [http://applydigital.com/careers/] to learn how we can unlock your potential. LOCATION: Apply Digital is hybrid/remote friendly. The preferred candidate should be based in Canada, working in hours that align to ET (Eastern Timezone) or PT (Pacific Timezone). THE ROLE: We are looking for a Senior Director of Business Development to help us meet and exceed our aggressive growth targets. Our preferred candidate excels at building strong, trusted relationships. They have a passion for all things digital - strategy, products, platforms, and commerce - and are comfortable speaking with executives about how digital can transform their company and drive real business value. Apply Digital believes that the diversity of ideas leads to the best solutions; we need someone who is collaborative by nature, both externally and internally. More than anything, we're looking for someone with a solid history of building strong relationships, energizing team members, and being highly motivated for success. \n RESPONSIBILITIES: * Manage and evolve a territory sales plan, including key targets and stakeholders. * Perform outreach to tier 1 prospects and decision-makers. * Collaborate closely with the sales reps from our Alliance partners, building strong relationships to devise winning strategies.  * Qualify new opportunities along with the sales support team. * Lead internal pitch team on proposal development and pitch presentations. * Work closely with our Client Partners to close deals and negotiate business terms. * Build awareness and generate leads by attending networking events.  * Support BD marketing & events strategy to optimize lead generation. * Follow up on Apply Digital marketing campaigns and inbound leads. REQUIREMENTS: * 5+ years experience in acquiring new clients for a digital agency, digital product studio, management consulting, or e-commerce agency. * Extensive network and expertise in selling/consulting in the area.  * A proven hunter and networker with a track record of consistently meeting and exceeding revenue targets. * Prior experience closing 1M+ services contracts in the following industries: Healthcare, B2B, Consumer Goods, Retail, Media/Entertainment, Gaming. * A strategic relationship builder and great listener who can quickly develop trust and build rapport. * Entrepreneurial, collaborative, and an adept negotiator. * Solid interpersonal skills – you’re comfortable working alongside technical directors, salespeople, designers, and CEOs alike. * A natural storyteller with the ability to take clients on a journey. #LI-SE1 #Remote #Promoted \n LIFE AT APPLY DIGITAL At Apply Digital, people are at the core of everything we do [https://www.applydigital.com/insights/learn/shape-ing-a-culture-of-success-apply-digitals-playbook-for-putting-people-first/]. We value your time, safety, and health, and strive to build a work community that can help you thrive and grow. Here are a few benefits we offer to support you: Great projects: Broaden your skills on a range of engaging projects with international brands that have a global impact. An inclusive and safe environment: We’re truly committed to building a culture where you are celebrated and everyone feels welcome and safe. Learning opportunities: We offer generous training budgets, including partner tech certifications, custom learning plans, workshops, mentorship, and peer support. Generous vacation policy: Work-life balance is key to our team’s success, so we offer flexible personal time offer (PTO); allowing ample time away from work to promote overall well-being. Customizable benefits: Tailor your extended health and dental plan to your needs, priorities, and preferences. Flexible work arrangements: We work in a variety of ways, from remote, to in-office, to a blend of both. Apply Digital is committed to building a culture where differences are celebrated and everyone feels welcome. That’s why we value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized and valued. For more information, visit the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) [https://www.applydigital.com/diversity-equity-inclusion/] section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by emailing us at careers@applydigital.com [careers@applydigital.com].