Business Development Representative (Part-Time, Remote) Chicago
About The Ladder Method
The Ladder Method is a leading executive-functioning and academic-coaching company that teaches students how to learn. Our proprietary curriculum helps learners build essential study habits, organization, focus, and independence — skills that drive lasting academic success. We partner with families, schools, and educational organizations nationwide to implement our structured, research-backed programs.
About The Role
We’re expanding our team and looking for a results-driven Business Development Representative to fuel growth and bring The Ladder Method to schools, hospitals, rehabs, and other likeminded businesses. This role is centered on generating new business, building long-term partnerships, and closing deals that contribute directly to company revenue and expansion.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive new revenue by identifying, building relationships, and closing school and district partnerships
- Build and manage a strong pipeline of qualified leads aligned with growth targets
- Develop customized partnership proposals that meet each school's needs and business objectives
- Collaborate with leadership to refine market strategy, pricing, and new partnerships
- Maintain accurate HubSpot records and report on outreach and conversions
- Meet or exceed quarterly goals for growth, revenue, and partnership targets
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in business development, sales, or revenue-generating roles
- Proven track record in consultative or solution-based selling
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship-management skills
- Highly self-motivated, goal-oriented, and comfortable owning results in a remote setting
- Familiarity with the K-12 ecosystem and student-support programs (executive functioning, SEL, or enrichment)
- Familiarity with CRM tools, managing pipelines, and running virtual meetings
Pay
Part-time (15–20 hours per week) Base pay + commission
Schedule
Flexible schedule with performance-based growth opportunities
Potential for expanded responsibilities or full-time conversion based on results