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Business Development Manager

UL Solutions ul.com Open · verified Oct 22, 2026
Northbrook Manager Business Development

At a glance

Manager-level Business Development role at UL Solutions. Northbrook · $120,800–$161,000 base.

SalaryStated by UL Solutions
$120,800 – $161,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleBusiness Development
SeniorityManager
LocationNorthbrook
Base pay$120,800–$161,000
PostedOct 22, 2026 · today
Role brief

growthroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Set U.S. and global AI growth plans by choosing priority markets, applications, customers and opportunities
  • Bring new AI testing, certification and advisory services to market with technical and operations teams
  • Build commercial opportunities through key accounts, customer use cases, partnerships and go-to-market plans
  • Work with regulators, industry groups and technology and healthcare stakeholders to shape customer relationships
  • Turn customer needs and AI market, regulatory and standards changes into service ideas and investment recommendations

What you bring

  • A relevant bachelor’s degree and five years in business development, or eight years in marketing or sales with account-management experience
  • Background in business development, strategy or service management in AI, technology, healthcare or a related area
  • A track record of opening markets and bringing technical or professional services to customers
  • Experience negotiating and managing major customer accounts, with strong executive communication and stakeholder skills

Who this fits

This role suits a business development professional who can turn technical and regulatory developments into customer value and lead through influence across global teams. It is listed as remote and is based in Northbrook, United States.

From the employer

Manages and coordinates on an industry basis with ULs larger customers over all related industries.

  • Position works on strategies with sales managers to generate revenue growth and achieve bookings goals.
  • Responds effectively to urgent and sensitive customer issues.
  • Develops and coordinates executive presentations and de-briefings.
  • Assists industry leadership in the development of global account strategies, goals and plans.
  • Focuses on customer satisfaction, account growth and expansion of services provided, and sustaining customer loyalty for a group of key customers.
  • May provide work direction to other employees in charge of specific customer accounts.
  • Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
  • Performs other duties as directed.
  • Develop and execute the U.S. and Global AI business strategy, identifying priority markets, applications, customers, and growth opportunities.
  • Lead the introduction of new AI testing, assessment, certification, advisory, and assurance services in partnership with technical and operational teams.
  • Build a robust business pipeline by developing strategic accounts, customer use cases, partnerships, and go-to-market plans.
  • Engage regulators, including the FDA, to understand emerging expectations and position UL Solutions as a trusted technical and assurance partner.
  • Build relationships with industry associations, standards organizations, technology companies, manufacturers, healthcare and medical-device organizations, and other ecosystem stakeholders.
  • Collaborate across commercial, engineering, regulatory, marketing, and industry teams to translate customer needs into scalable offerings.
  • Monitor AI technology, competitive, regulatory, and standards developments, and convert market intelligence into investment and business recommendations.
  • Represent UL Solutions in customer discussions and industry forums as a credible voice on AI safety, performance, cybersecurity, compliance, and responsible deployment.
  • Experience in business development, strategy, product or service management, or market development within AI, technology, healthcare, medical devices, testing and certification, or a related field
  • University Degree (Equivalent to Bachelors degree) in Business Administration, Engineering or a related disciplines plus generally five years of experience in Business Development or eight years of experience in Marketing and/or Sales area with account management experience.
  • A demonstrated ability to develop new markets and commercialize technical or professional services.
  • Strong commercial judgment and the ability to translate technical and regulatory developments into customer value propositions
  • Demonstrated ability to negotiate, acquire and manage high value customer accounts.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder-management, and executive-presentation skills, with the ability to lead through influence across a global organization.

What We Offer:

Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $120,800 to $161,000 USD and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 20% of the base salary.

This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday and personal days (totaling 12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

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