Development Specialist

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with reputable organization. We are seeking a highly organized and relationship-focused Development Specialist to support advisor engagement, business development initiatives, and donor acquisition efforts during a busy fundraising season. This individual will work closely with senior business development leaders to identify new opportunities, maintain advisor relationships, coordinate follow-up activities, and ensure prospective donor opportunities move efficiently through the sales pipeline.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, supporting sales initiatives, managing multiple priorities, and serving as a key liaison between clients, advisors, and internal stakeholders. The position offers exposure to charitable planning, wealth management, client engagement, and strategic business development efforts.

Development Specialist (Seasonal)

Location: Hybrid or Onsite (as applicable)

Salary: $25- $30/hr.

Department: Development / Business Development

Contract- October to January

Key Responsibilities

Business Development Support

• Assist senior business development leaders with managing advisor and client relationships.
• Conduct research on prospects, advisors, firms, and potential opportunities.
• Coordinate meetings, presentations, and follow-up activities.
• Support territory planning and outreach initiatives.
• Help identify and prioritize new business opportunities.

Relationship Management

• Serve as a point of contact for inbound inquiries from advisors and clients.
• Provide timely follow-up and ensure inquiries are routed appropriately.
• Maintain strong professional relationships with external partners and internal teams.
• Support advisor engagement efforts and relationship-building activities.

CRM & Pipeline Management

• Maintain accurate records within Salesforce or a comparable CRM platform.
• Track opportunities from initial inquiry through completion.
• Monitor pipeline activity and provide reporting updates.
• Ensure data integrity and timely documentation of interactions.

Operational Coordination

• Collaborate with Marketing, Development, Client Services, and other internal teams.
• Assist with special projects, campaigns, and advisor engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate communications between departments to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Help maintain efficient workflows during peak business periods.

Administrative Support

• Schedule meetings and manage follow-up communications.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with event coordination and outreach campaigns.
• Support ongoing business development and fundraising efforts.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of experience in business development, inside sales, client relationship management, financial services, donor relations, or account management.
• Experience working with CRM systems such as Salesforce.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

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