Business Development Representative / Client Acquisition Specialist (Recruiting Services)

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
• Able 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