Business Development Associate
Location: This position is based in New York City, and in-office attendance is required Monday-Friday. Our upcoming start date will be July 6th, join our team!
Who we are looking for:
- 1+ years of experience in Business Development, Sales Development, or a customer-facing role with quota responsibilities.
- Bachelor’s degree is required (Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field are preferred).
- Passion for technology, AI, and the financial/tax industry, with the ability to quickly learn and understand technical product concepts related to tax.
- Strong communication skills, resilience, and the ability to handle objections with a customer-centric mindset. A demonstrated history of consistently surpassing weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales goals.
- Self-motivated, organized, and goal-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple leads and follow-ups effectively.
- Eager to learn, receptive to coaching, and capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Bonus points for CRM experience and other sales tools (Salesforce, Outreach, LinkedIn Sales Navigator preferred).
- Bonus points for familiarity with financial documents and/or basic tax-related terminology.
What you’ll be doing:
- Strategically uncover qualified businesses using creative prospecting techniques to expand our reach.
- Proactively connect with potential clients through phone calls, emails, LinkedIn, and innovative outreach channels.
- Work hand-in-hand with our directors to identify high-priority accounts, target industries and exciting partnership opportunities.
- Cultivate genuine relationships with business owners and executives to understand their needs and showcase how our services can make a difference.
- Keep our CRM updated with detailed records of all outreach efforts to ensure seamless follow-up and tracking.
- Represent Onshore with energy, professionalism, and passion for delivering real value to every interaction.
Life at Onshore:
- Rewarding Compensation Packages: We aim to ensure every employee feels valued and appreciated. The annual base salary for this position is $75,000 with an additional bonus component.
- Healthcare Benefits: We provide comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans along with FSA and HSA options.
- Unlimited Time Off: We believe in supporting work-life balance and overall well-being, which is why we offer unlimited PTO. This allows you to take the necessary time to rest, recharge, and attend to personal matters whenever needed.
- Paid Parental Leave: We provide dedicated paid leave to support new parents, emphasizing our commitment to supporting families and helping employees prioritize their time with loved ones during this significant life event.
- Office Environment and Perks: Experience our collaborative and thriving workspace in New York City, complemented by a fully stocked kitchen, regular company gatherings, and a vibrant culture that fosters strong morale and connections among team members.
- Personal and Professional Growth: Leverage the diverse team environment to support your development through workshops, mentorship and team-building activities.
Onshore was founded to tackle a common problem: businesses wasting months chasing documents, risking audits or missing incentives. At Onshore, unlock valuable tax benefits like R&D Tax Credits, 179D Deductions, and Cost Segregation using innovative consulting and advanced AI technology. Our efforts have returned millions to clients by transforming untapped opportunities into tangible results. As we scale rapidly and seize massive growth potential, we are seeking confident, curious and collaborative professionals to help drive our next phase of expansion.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Every qualified candidate will be considered for hire without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. Onshore is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization.
Skills Required
- 1+ years of experience in Business Development, Sales Development, or a customer-facing role
- Bachelor's degree (Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field preferred)
- Passion for technology, AI, and the financial/tax industry
- Strong communication skills and ability to handle objections
- Self-motivated, organized, and goal-oriented
- Bonus points for CRM experience and other sales tools
- Bonus points for familiarity with financial documents and/or basic tax-related terminology
Onshore Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are offered, with HSA/FSA options noted in recent postings. Company profiles and job ads consistently include these plans as core benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Unlimited PTO plus paid holidays and sick time are included, alongside paid parental leave in postings. These policies indicate extensive leave options on paper.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Roles publish base-salary ranges with bonus potential and defined commission tiers where applicable. Pay transparency is explicitly called out in company profiles and job ads.
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What We Do
Traditional firms rely on interviews, retroactive documentation, and billable hours. Onshore applies AI at the point of substantiation, providing documentation tied directly to source data and pairing it with expert review. The result is defensible, audit-ready work delivered in weeks, not quarters. We help companies claim R&D Tax Credits, 179D Deductions, and Cost Segregation with proof, not process. 500+ companies have trusted Onshore to identify and defend more than $600M in incentives. We operate with clear accountability and high standards. Outcomes matter more than activity.
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