Digital Market Leader
BDO
Houston, TX
Description
Job Summary:
The Market Leader spearheads initiatives that transform the energy, healthcare, and private equity sectors, positioning BDO as the go-to Digital advisor, driving strategic growth and market leadership for the firm.. This role involves managing and expanding large client relationships, generating new business through a well-established personal network, and shaping market messaging to position BDO as a trusted advisor. The Market Leader collaborates with internal teams to ensure integrated service delivery, while also serving as a visible and influential presence in the local business community. This individual is a strategic leader who drives the geographic market forward through insight, innovation, and relationship excellence.
Job Duties:
- Client Leadership & Relationship Management
- Serves as the primary relationship manager for large, strategic accounts
- Builds and maintains executive-level relationships with key clients and prospects
- Ensures client satisfaction, retention, and growth through strategic engagement
- Business Development & Market Expansion
- Drives new business opportunities through a well-established professional network
- Identifies and pursues high-value opportunities in energy, healthcare, and private equity
- Collaborates with internal teams to develop tailored solutions that meet client needs
- Market Strategy & Messaging
- Develops and refines market messaging and positioning for the market
- Represents BDO at industry events, conferences, and local business forums
- Acts as a thought leader and brand ambassador in the market
- Leadership & Collaboration
- Partners with service line leaders to ensure integrated delivery and client success
- Contributes to the development of regional growth strategies and performance goals Mentors and supports team members in business development and client engagement
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Leads and mentors team members involved in business development and client engagement Provides strategic direction and coaching to ensure alignment with market goals and client expectations
- Oversees performance management, including setting objectives, conducting evaluations, and supporting professional development
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction
- Fosters a high-performance culture focused on accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Serves as a role model for ethical leadership, client service excellence, and market stewardship
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED, required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, or Information Technology, preferred
- MBA, preferred
Experience:
- Fifteen (15) or more years of experience in business development, strategic account management, or consulting as a market leader, required
- Experience and success managing large, complex client relationships, required
- Experience with generating new business through professional networks, required
- Experience in business development and marketing expansion within key sectors: energy, healthcare, and private equity, preferred
- Experience developing and executing go-to-market strategies, preferred
- Experience with leveraging Microsoft’s ecosystem to drive client value and market differentiation, preferred
License/Certifications:
- N/A
Software:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; specifically, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, required
Languages:
- N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior executives and stakeholders
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to craft compelling messaging for diverse audiences
- Strategic mindset with the ability to analyze market trends and translate insights into actionable business strategies
- High level of integrity, credibility, and professionalism in representing the firm
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment while maintaining focus on strategic goals
- Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and driving initiatives forward
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Collaborative and team-oriented, with the ability to work effectively across functions and geographies
- Comfortable working under pressure and navigating unexpected challenges with professionalism
- Deep understanding of Microsoft’s ecosystem and ability to leverage Microsoft partnerships to drive client value Entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for innovation, growth, and market leadership
Keywords: Market Leader, Strategic Accounts, Business Development, Client Relationship Management, Houston Market, Energy Sector, Healthcare Sector, Private Equity, Go-to-Market Strategy, Microsoft Partnership, Revenue Growth, Market Messaging, Professional Services, Digital Transformation, Leadership, Cross-functional Collaboration, Thought Leadership, Entrepreneurial Mindset
Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.
At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.
BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.
We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:
- Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
- Empowering team members to explore their full potential
- Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
- Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
- Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
- BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more!
- Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets