Business Development Coordinator

Gradient

Business Development Coordinator supporting new business for Gradient, a high-end experiential marketing agency. Coordinating leads, pitches, follow-ups, and client communication in English and French.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $60,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills while supporting senior leadership in business development efforts. Proficient in managing multiple priorities and maintaining detailed tracking of leads and opportunities in CRM systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fluency In English And FrenchExperience In Coordination Or Sales SupportFamiliarity With CRM ToolsStrong Research SkillsExperience In A Creative Agency

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Hard Skills

Lead TrackingOpportunity ManagementMeeting CoordinationResearch SkillsWritten Communication

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailProactive AttitudeReliabilityCalm Under PressureStrong Verbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

HubSpotSalesforce

Industry Keywords

Creative AgenciesBrandingExperiential MarketingProfessional Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support outbound and inbound new business efforts alongside senior leadership
Coordinate outreach, follow-ups, and meeting logistics with prospective clients
Serve as a professional point of contact for early-stage inquiries in both English and French
Track leads, contacts, and opportunities in the CRM
Monitor incoming inquiries and route opportunities appropriately
Maintain visibility into pipeline status, next steps, and priorities
Assist with scheduling, preparation, and follow-up for new business meetings
Prepare leadership with materials, research, and context ahead of conversations
Track action items and move opportunities forward after meetings and pitches
Research brands, prospects, and decision-makers
Support pitch preparation with briefing documents, internal summaries, and background materials
Coordinate with internal teams to gather inputs and align on new business opportunities
Help ensure clear communication and smooth handoffs across departments

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–3+ years of experience in coordination, operations, sales support, account support, or a related role
Fluent in English and French, spoken and written — required
Based in New York City — required
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and follow-through
Comfortable supporting senior leaders and managing multiple priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Curiosity about creative agencies, branding, and experiential marketing
Proactive, reliable, and calm under pressure
Experience in a creative agency or professional services environment
Familiarity with CRM tools like HubSpot or Salesforce
Experience working with international or French-speaking clients
Strong research or writing skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work structure (NYC-based)
Health, dental & vision insurance
401(k)
Paid parental leave
Generous PTO
Regular check-ins and mentorship
Exposure to agency leadership, growth strategy, and top-tier clients