Middle Market Banking & Specialized Industries, Business Development Officer

Job Description
You are customer focused, enjoy building relationships and providing financial advice to your clients. A role as a Business Development Officer (BDO) is for you.
As a Business Development Officer within the Middle Market Banking team, you will be leading national business development initiatives for the Midwest Region with market responsibility of Greater Chicagoland, Iowa, Central Illinois, Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky under the guidance of the National Head for Business Development and Business Development Team Lead. Your role will involve generating high-quality sales leads for middle market bankers by engaging prospective clients in meaningful dialogue about their banking needs and identifying opportunities to create mutually-beneficial relationships. You will collaborate with local market teams to foster a persistent, productive relationship that supports regional business development needs. Your disciplined, creative, and persistent approach will be crucial in gaining access to Middle Market decision makers, enabling potential revenue opportunities through in-person meetings and connections to the banking team.
Job Responsibilities

• Research prospects to determine optimal points of contact, stay abreast of key events influencing banking needs, and formulate a strategic approach to win new relationships for the Commercial Bank
• Employ a myriad of tactics such as cold-calls, emails, event invitations, and targeted marketing campaigns to establish and maintain contact quarterly with a portfolio of 800-1,000 prospects
• Develop relationships with qualified prospects with $20MM - $100MM in sales in assigned markets and identify opportunities to introduce bankers as appropriate
• Pursue broad and ongoing Commercial Bank product education to remain conversant in the features and benefits of our full suite of offerings including treasury, credit, retirement planning, investment banking, and more
• Align closely with partners across the firm to appropriately prioritize prospects, share best practices, leverage competitive intelligence, and evolve strategy as needed
• Maintain thorough records of our activities with each prospect to ensure fluidity of communication with multiple touch points across the bank

Required Qualifications, Capabilities And Skills

• 5+ years in sales or business development within the financial services industry
• Business-to-business sales experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, particularly over the phone and in writing
• Comfort establishing relationships via phone and email
• Highly proactive, persistent, tenacious, nimble, and creative
• Ability to travel to markets and sales meetings, as appropriate

About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Global Banking business is one of the largest wholesale banking client franchises in the world. We serve clients, including corporations, governments, states, municipalities, healthcare organizations, education institutions, banks and investors.
Commercial Banking provides credit and financing, treasury and payment services, international banking and real estate services to clients-including corporations, municipalities, institutions, real estate investors and owners, and not-for-profit organizations.