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UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA

Senior Business Development Analyst, Partnerships

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003

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Senior Business Development Analyst, Partnerships Posting Number

req24337

Department

Eller Administration

Department Website Link

https://eller.arizona.edu/engage/partnerships-office

Location

Greater Phoenix Area

Address

Phoenix, AZ USA

Position Highlights The Eller College of Management is seeking a dynamic and motivated Senior Business Development Analyst to join the Eller Partnerships Office (EPO). This position plays a pivotal role in cultivating relationships, forging strategic partnerships, and enhancing the visibility of the Eller College of Management locally and nationally.

The Senior Business Development Analyst stewards strong relationships with key strategic partners, including corporations, alumni, government entities, and the local business community. The role involves designing, developing, and administering initiatives that establish and strengthen strategic partnerships aligned with the university’s mission and goals.

The successful candidate will identify and evaluate new prospects through research and analysis, formulate strategies to grow strategic partnerships, and oversee the development and implementation of initiatives and programs.

This is a full-time, in-person position based in Phoenix, Arizona. This role involves some travel within the Phoenix metropolitan area, and candidates must have reliable transportation.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities Partner Prospecting & Research

Identifies new prospects through research, establishes contact, begins and coordinates the engagement process.

Tracks engagement and maintains CRM and/or shared databases.

Recruits and signs new prospects as partners for EPO.

Engages with faculty and EPO leadership to share recommendations on new industries to pursue relationships with based on research conducted on the business landscape and setting goals for outcomes.

Outreach & Event Support

Designs, develops, delivers, and administers materials related to establishing strategic partnerships with external companies to support the EPO mission and initiatives.

Assists with logistics, communications and follow up for partner meetings, projects, and events.

Drafts outreach and materials for partnership promotion and visibility.

Relationship Management Support

Maintains partner contacts and ensures timely follow ups with existing and prospective partners.

Coordinates partner deliverables and communicates with internal stakeholders (staff, faculty, and students).

Collaborates with Eller leadership on initiatives.

Reporting & Coordination

Supports data collection and impact reporting.

Assists in developing presentations and reports summarizing partnerships.

Delivers outcomes and reports back to leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Solid understanding of market research techniques.

Knowledge of business development frameworks, opportunity assessment, and strategic partnership models.

Ability to convert analytics and research findings into actionable recommendations that drive business growth.

Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills.

Ability to communicate in clear, concise, and persuasive manner.

Ability to create professional reports and present findings.

Ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining high standards of work.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience.

Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in business (MBA or similar).

Experience using CRM tools.

Experience with data visualization and reporting tools.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Contact Information for Candidates: HR-Eller@arizona.edu

Job Details Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

University Advancement

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$75,540 - $98,201

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

10

Grade Range

represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level

PC2

Job Family

Business Development

Job Function

University Advancement

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Open Date

10/30/2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures. Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

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