Alliance/Partner Marketing, Business Development, Business Growth, Business Strategy, Communication Skills, Customer Acquisition, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems, Entrepreneurship, Executive Recruiting, Lead Generation, Leadership, LinkedIn, Market Trend Analysis, Organizational Skills, Pricing, Professional Services, Proposal Writing, Sales, Sales Closing Skills, Sales Management, Sales Pipeline, Sales Prospecting, Sales Qualification, Salesforce.com, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player
Job Title
Business Development Representative / Client Acquisition Specialist (Recruiting Services)
Location
Hybrid (Naperville, IL preferred)
Company Overview
Recruit22 is a modern recruiting and executive search firm that partners with companies to deliver high impact talent across technology, leadership, and specialized roles. We pride ourselves on relationship driven recruiting, deep market expertise, and a high touch, consultative approach with our clients.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking a motivated and results driven professional to help expand our client base and build long term partnerships.
Role Summary
We are looking for a Business Development / Client Acquisition professional with 2+ years of experience in sales, staffing, recruiting, or professional services. This role is focused on identifying, engaging, and closing new clients for Recruit22.
You will be responsible for developing new business opportunities, prospecting decision makers, and positioning Recruit22 as a trusted recruiting partner.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and prospect potential new clients across target industries
- Conduct outbound outreach (email, LinkedIn, calls, networking) to generate qualified leads
- Build relationships with hiring managers, executives, and HR leaders
- Clearly communicate Recruit22's recruiting and executive search services
- Set meetings and manage the early stages of the sales pipeline
- Collaborate with recruiting leadership to align client needs with delivery capabilities
- Prepare proposals, pricing discussions, and service agreements
- Maintain accurate activity and pipeline data in CRM tools
- Stay informed on hiring trends and client market needs
- Represent Recruit22 professionally in all client interactions
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in:
- Business development, sales, or account management
- Staffing, recruiting, or professional services (preferred)
- Proven ability to generate new business or close deals
- Strong communication and relationship building skills
- Comfortable with outbound prospecting and client outreach
- Ability to understand client hiring challenges and position solutions
- Organized, self motivated, and results oriented
- Experience using CRM systems (HubSpot, Salesforce, or similar a plus)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience selling recruiting or executive search services
- Familiarity with technology, leadership, or professional roles
- Existing professional network or client relationships
- Experience working in a fast growing or entrepreneurial environment
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary plus commission / performance incentives
- Opportunity to grow into senior business development or leadership roles
- Direct impact on company growth and strategy
- Collaborative, supportive team environment
- Flexible work setup
- Access to Recruit22 leadership and decision makers
Why Recruit22?
At Recruit22, you're not just selling a service you're helping companies build teams that matter. This role is ideal for someone who wants ownership, influence, and growth, and who enjoys building real relationships rather than transactional sales.