Financial Business Development Associate

Posted August 01, 2025
Compensation Starting at $60,000 annually
LocationBethesda
Job Type Temp-to-Hire
Industry Finance

Job Description

The Ford Agency is recruiting for a motivated and up and coming business development professional to join a growing financial services firm. This role will generate solid leads, grow their network, and collaborate with team members to ensure their goals are being met. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with at least 1 year of sales experience in the finance arena to continue to grow and develop alongside a motivated team! This firm offers a competitive base salary with strong commission structure. This is a temp to hire, in-person role, located in Bethesda, MD and available immediately.

Responsibilities Include:
  • Identify and develop lead sources
  • Maintain and update the CRM
  • Assist in development of various communications and campaigns
  • Build relationships with key stakeholders to grow network
Qualifications Include:
  • Bachelor's Degree required (Finance or related preferred)
  • 1+ years of business development / sales experience 
  • Finance experience and SIE license required, Series 6 or 7 preferred
  • Strong CRM and MS Office skills
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills
  • Must be willing to obtain additional licenses

Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.

The Ford Agency is a recruiting firm based in Washington, DC. We represent a broad range of organizations including: non-profits, associations, legal, consulting, and government relations firms. This position is an opening with one of our clients.