Business Development/Capture Manager

RP Professional Services, LLC (RP) is a rapidly growing government consulting firm headquartered in Ashburn, Virginia. We're an 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that exclusively enables the missions of U.S. Federal agencies through superior mission support and technology integration. Our dedication to our employees and clients is driven by our promise to deliver Excellence, Value, and Flexibility. "People, not just Resources" is more than our motto; it's the foundation on which we are built! At RP, we take pride in who we are and what we deliver.

RP is seeking a Business Development Manager to support our accelerated growth. The ideal candidate for the Business Development Manager role has proven expertise in business development and government contracting and is well versed in 8(a) program and winning direct awards. This individual shall be detail-oriented with a strong desire to make a positive impact. You'll work in a people-first environment that promotes entrepreneurship, rewards innovation and growth, and encourages our employees to think strategically to develop solutions that drive long-lasting value for our federal customers.

This position will have the flexibility to work remotely most of the time, as well as from our coworking location. (Our preference, although not a requirement, is that the Inside Sales Officer work out of our coworking location at least one day per week.)

Responsibilities:

• Grow RP's base of US federal business by supporting the entire business development process
• Track, categorize, score, and continuously monitor new business opportunities from a variety of sources
• Research priority agencies, programs, and contacts and support agency leads on their business development activities
• Follow and uphold RP's standard operating procedures for business development.
• Support ongoing capture and partnership activities
• Learn and maintain broad knowledge of current market conditions and customers.
• Prepare for upcoming meetings with partners, teammates, and customers by drafting correspondence, scheduling meetings, etc
• Represent RP at events and virtual/ in-person briefings as needed and report back on findings
• Create content as needed for proposals, presentations, pitches, and events

Experience:

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or a combination of equivalent education and experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of the educational requirements. Military experience may be considered in lieu of the educational requirements.
• 5 plus year of experience
• Ability to collaborate within the broader RP BD Team and across other business units
• Experience with the 8(a) program and winning direct awards
• the ability to work for any US employer without requiring sponsorship

Preferred Experience:

• Interest in how the federal government works
• Detail oriented, with the ability to quickly and correctly interpret large amounts of information
• Personable, with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Energy, drive, persistence, and dedication to overcome obstacles as they arise
• Ability to work evenings and weekends when required to attend events or support other business development activities

The Benefits:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental
• 4% retirement match with 100% vesting
• Company paid STD and LTD
• Company paid basic life insurance
• Competitive PTO package

RP Professional Services, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.