Director, Business Development Planning and Execution

MGIC•Milwaukee, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Serves as a strategic partner and program leader supporting the SVP, Sales and Business Development. Responsible for organizing and leading cross-functional work across the business development domain, driving execution of key business development initiatives. Sits at the center of business development strategy, execution and communication – translating vision into actionable programs that accelerate growth, deepen customer relationships, and enhance field productivity.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in mortgage, housing finance, or financial services
Strong understanding of mortgage insurance, GSE/FHA dynamics, and lender economics
Experience in sales strategy, business operations, consulting, or program management
Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline
Exceptional communication and executive presentation skills
Advanced analytical capabilities; able to translate data into insight and action
Proven ability to influence without direct authority
Highly organized, with strong project management skills
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
High ownership mindset; proactive and solutions-oriented
Trusted partner with strong business judgment and discretion
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Collaborative, low-ego approach with strong interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Prior Chief of Staff, strategy, or sales enablement experience preferred

Responsibilities

Influence business development strategy, including marketing approaches and execution, annual planning, customer planning, etc.
Responsible for engaging with key leaders, including executive management outside of Business Development, to ensure business development goals and priorities are understood and addressed
Prepares, and presents, executive-level materials (board decks, SLT and SMOC decks, business reviews, etc.) to various groups
Drives prioritization and alignment across competing initiatives
Designs, implements, evaluates and manages business development programs including those that drive adoption, penetration, and revenue growth
Develop program management framework that guides Business Development, including reporting and dashboard development and stakeholder management.
Establishes clear KPIs and tracks overall program performance
Leads and/or manages strategic third-party business relationships
Serves as business development representative in functional planning. Drives key initiatives forward, including rate delivery strategy.
Represent Business Development domain cross functionally, taking the lead on various projects that impact MGIC customers and overall competitiveness as well as internal projects.
Works closely with Director, Business Development Strategy and Operations to ensure business development initiatives are championed
Ensure alignment of enterprise priorities impacting business development outcomes
Lead the cadence of Business Development organization meetings
Drive accountability and follow-through on key initiatives
Communicate priorities, progress, and results across executive leadership

Benefits

Competitive Salary & pay-for-performance bonus
Financial Benefits (401k with company match, profit sharing, HSA, wellness program)
On-site Fitness Center and classes (corporate office)
Paid-time off and paid company holidays
Business casual dress
Comprehensive medical, vision and dental coverage
company-matching 401(k) savings plan
profit sharing
annual bonus program
parental leave
caregiver leave
bereavement leave
4 paid volunteer hours
company-organized volunteer opportunities
employee-driven community grant program