Business Development Executive, Public Sector HR

Gartner

. Seek out and drive new business opportunities with new-to-Gartner organizations across the assigned territory .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $102,000 - $147,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in B2B Sales and Business Development, with a strong focus on client acquisition and relationship management. Proven ability to manage complex sales processes and exceed sales targets while effectively forecasting and planning.

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B2B Sales ExperienceBusiness DevelopmentC-Level Executive EngagementSales Target AchievementSales Forecasting

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Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

New-Client AcquisitionSales KPIsAccount ManagementHigh-Revenue SalesSales ConversationNegotiationPipeline ManagementPartnership ValueQuota ResponsibilityComplex Sale Process

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Seek out and drive new business opportunities with new-to-Gartner organizations across the assigned territory
Convert viable prospects into active Gartner clients, owning the full sales conversation and negotiation
Transition new clients to the account management team
Build a pipeline of high-quality opportunities and meet sales KPIs
Align insights, guidance, and practical tools to deliver partnership value
Own quota responsibility for the assigned territory
Manage complex, high-revenue sales across matrix and diverse business environments
Own monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting and account planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years’ B2B sales experience
Business development or new-client acquisition experience in a selling role highly desired
Experience selling to and/or influencing C-Level Executives
Proven track record meeting and exceeding sales targets
Proven ability to precisely manage and forecast a complex sale process
Willingness to conduct travel as needed
Bachelor's degree desired

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Generous paid time off policy
Charity match program
Uncapped commission structure
World-class sales training programs and skill development programs
Annual "Winners Circle" event attendance at exclusive destinations for top performers
Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces inclusion
Professional development and career growth opportunities
World-class benefits
401k match up to $7,200 per year
Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Hybrid work environment with flexibility to work virtually when productive and get together with colleagues in a vibrant community