Account Manager

Eva Garland Consulting (EGC) is seeking an Account Manager to help drive the firm’s growth by identifying and engaging with innovative clients who are advancing cutting-edge technologies. The successful candidate will contribute to EGC’s mission of Advancing Science by connecting clients with the firm’s expertise in Scientific Consulting, Non-Dilutive Funding, and Accounting & Finance.

In this client-facing role, you’ll be responsible for conducting discovery conversations, identifying client needs, and introducing EGC’s grant writing, accounting, and financial strategy services. Working closely with the Senior Sales Manager and internal teams, you’ll help build strong client relationships and contribute to EGC’s business development goals. This position offers the opportunity to grow within a dynamic, mission-driven company that supports groundbreaking scientific innovation.

This is a full-time, on-site position requiring attendance in our Raleigh, NC office five days per week. No relocation assistance is available.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as an initial point of contact for prospective clients and guide them through EGC’s onboarding process
• Conduct introductory and discovery meetings to understand client needs and communicate EGC’s services and value
• Manage a pipeline of prospects and track interactions and outcomes in Salesforce CRM
• Collaborate with internal scientific and accounting teams to ensure smooth client handoffs
• Support proposal preparation, pricing, and contract coordination under the guidance of the Senior Sales Manager
• Represent EGC at local and national industry events, as needed
• Assist in implementing marketing and outreach initiatives
• Contribute insights on client needs, competitor activities, and industry trends
• Consistently meet or exceed individual activity and revenue goals

Core Competencies

• Client relationship management
• Communication and presentation skills
• Consultative sales approach
• Team collaboration
• Organizational and time management skills

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in life sciences, business, or related field required
• Experience in business development, sales, or account management, ideally in a life sciences, technology, or consulting environment is preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage scientific and technical professionals
• Familiarity with consultative or solution-based sales techniques
• Experience managing a sales pipeline in CRM software (Salesforce preferred)
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for supporting science, innovation, and entrepreneurship