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Director of Business Development

Ascend
Boulder, Colorado
Full Time
Posted November 5, 2025
$130k - $160k
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Job Description

The Director of Business Development at Ascend Analytics is responsible for driving sales and building client relationships within the renewable energy and financial sectors, promoting the company's energy analytics solutions and expanding its market presence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive sales and business development activities to promote Ascend's Market Intelligence services.
  • Identify and prospect for financial industry clients within the renewable energy sector.
  • Manage sales funnel through forecasting, account resource allocation, and strategic planning.
  • Negotiate and close contracts for subscription services, valuation support, and additional offerings.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key customers using CRM platforms.
  • Create presentation materials and proposals to communicate product value propositions.
  • Support strategic expansion into alternative products, including non-US markets and emerging technologies.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
  • Six to Eight years of business development and or sales experience with a strong record of success, preferably in the financial or energy sectors.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to interpret complex analytic solutions into value propositions.
  • Ability to develop collateral materials that concisely translate the distinguishing factors of our services.
  • Interest in transacting on the leading edge of quantitative energy analysis.
  • Professional presentation skills and a positive attitude.
  • Willingness to develop a strong understanding of Ascend's Market Intelligence services and related products.
  • Based in Colorado and able to come to the Boulder office 3 days a week or willing to relocate; open to remote work for the right candidate.

Benefits & Perks

Salary range: $130,000 - $160,000 with total expected compensation of $200,000 - $220,000 including base and commission
Flexible work hours
Opportunities for advancement
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Parental leave
Dependent care spending account
401(k) plan

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