Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager (Contract)

Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions. If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.

Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Business Operations Specialist to join a dynamic Commercial Strategy team in a fully remote capacity. This role sits at the intersection of financial management, program execution, and executive communications, offering broad ownership across business operations, resource planning, governance, and strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate thrives in complex, fast-paced environments, exercises sound judgment under ambiguity, and brings a track record of driving measurable operational impact at scale. This is a staff augmentation contractor engagement with a standard Monday through Friday, 40-hour weekly schedule and a strong chance for extension.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage budgets, purchase orders, forecasts, headcount, and vendor resources on a day-to-day basis
• Maintain operating rhythms, planning calendars, and governance frameworks across the organization
• Track milestones, risks, dependencies, and decisions across multiple concurrent initiatives
• Partner with Finance, HR, Procurement, Staffing, and senior leadership stakeholders to align priorities and drive outcomes
• Prepare executive presentations, decision materials, business reviews, status reports, and leadership communications
• Establish, document, and continuously improve operational processes, reporting structures, and SharePoint resources
• Review contracts, cost proposals, and contract supplements for accuracy and compliance
• Set up project and work breakdown structures to support initiative planning and execution
• Monitor transaction controls and costs against budgets, predict potential overruns, and recommend solutions
• Leverage AI and automation tools to improve planning, reporting, and operational efficiency
• Establish and maintain communication services across business units and from project teams to the broader organization
• Maintain storage and retrieval of all project communications data and business metrics

Requirements:

• 7–9 years of experience in business operations, program management, business management, or a closely related field

• Demonstrated experience managing financial and resource planning processes at an organizational level

• Experience creating and delivering executive-level materials for senior leadership audiences

• Experience navigating complex organizational structures and managing cross-functional stakeholder relationships

• Prior experience in or supporting an Office of the CVP or equivalent senior leadership function is strongly preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a relevant field required

• 10 or more years of total professional experience required

• Demonstrated expertise in business operations and financial management, including budgets, purchase orders, forecasts, and resource planning

• Strong project and program management capabilities, including managing milestones, risks, dependencies, and deliverables across complex initiatives

• Proven ability to develop executive-level presentations, business reviews, and decision-support materials

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a high degree of attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities independently and with accuracy in ambiguous environments

• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating across functions including Finance, HR, and Procurement

• Ability to analyze business trends and project future revenues and expenses

• Proficiency applying accounting and mathematical principles to operational and financial work

• Knowledge of strategic planning, resource allocation, and production management principles

• Experience with SharePoint, enterprise applications, and productivity tools including word processing and spreadsheet software

• Familiarity with AI and automation tools applied to planning and reporting workflows is a plus

Additional Details:

• Location: Remote
• Duration: 8 months
• Pay Range*: $48.50 - $55 per hour
• Weekly Schedule: 40 hours
• Job Status: Non-Exempt
• Application Deadline: Apply within 72 hours of the posting date to ensure consideration.

Benefit plans are available to eligible employees, with employee contributions and plan costs varying based on the coverage options selected.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Hospital plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation related to the application or interview process due to a disability, please email accommodation@allegisglobalsolutions.com. This inbox is monitored solely for accommodation requests. For questions about open roles or to apply, please submit your application through the job posting, as this inbox is not monitored by recruiters and applications sent here will not be reviewed.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.

Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role. If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.

*We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.