Business Development & Account Management Lead – Recruiting Agency

Advice Personnel; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission structure

Quarterly and annual bonus targets

Prizes for team contests & competitions

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency in New York seeks a Business Development & Account Management Lead to develop client relationships vital for growth. The role requires over 5 years in recruitment, excellent interpersonal skills, and a self-motivated spirit. As part of a supportive team, you will manage client portfolios, negotiate terms, and stay updated on industry trends to ensure optimal service delivery. Enjoy an uncapped commission and bonus structure. Join a company that values relationships and fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in agency recruiting and/or accounting & finance positions.
• Stellar interpersonal skills, including both verbal and written communication.
• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit and competitive drive.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing a client outreach plan to drive new relationships.
• Collaborating with decision-makers to understand talent acquisition needs.
• Partnering with the recruiting team to ensure delivery of high-quality talent.
• Managing ongoing engagements and relationships to deliver outstanding client service.
• Negotiating terms of engagement including fee percentage, guarantee period and payment timeline.
• Sourcing and recruitment support to identify top candidates for active searches.
• Staying abreast of industry trends to identify opportunities and adapt strategies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Creative thinking

Team collaboration

Team collaboration

Job description

Business Development & Account Management Lead – Recruiting Agency

Business development is the lifeblood of any recruitment agency, playing a critical role in its overall growth and success. But the greatest salesperson is only as strong as the team behind them. The Business Development Lead will have all our resources at their disposal with the goal of leveraging our extensive network of clients and candidates to build meaningful partnerships and drive results.

Our Accounting & Finance team has cemented itself as the recruiting partner of choice for companies ranging from early‑stage startups to established corporations across a variety of industries including technology, e‑commerce, consumer products, health & wellness, financial services and real estate. You’ll have the opportunity to tap into each of those respective sectors to build and manage your own client portfolio while benefitting from the consistent support of an exceptional team of recruiters.

Take the next step in your career and thrive in an environment that values relationships, fosters growth, and rewards your entrepreneurial spirit.

What You’ll Focus On…

• Developing and executing a client outreach plan to drive new relationships across a variety of industry sectors
• Collaborating with key decision-makers in target companies to understand their talent acquisition needs and providing tailored solutions to meet their requirements.
• Partnering with the recruiting team to understand candidate profiles, ensuring the delivery of high-quality talent to clients.
• Managing ongoing engagements and relationships to deliver outstanding client service to partnering companies.
• Negotiating terms of engagement including fee percentage, guarantee period and payment timeline
• Providing support on sourcing and recruitment efforts, helping to identify and engage with top candidates for active searches.
• Staying abreast of industry trends and market dynamics to identify emerging opportunities and adapt strategies accordingly.

What You’ll Need…

• 5+ years of experience in agency recruiting and/or accounting & finance positions
• Stellar interpersonal skills, including both verbal and written communication.
• Self‑motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit and competitive drive
• Proven ability to utilize creative thinking to overcome adversity.
• Enthusiasm for working both independently and as part of a team.
• Uncapped commission structure
• Quarterly and annual bonus targets
• Prizes for team contests & competitions

Who We Are…

At Advice, we develop strategic partnerships with our clients, advising and guiding them through the entire recruiting process. We take pride in immersing ourselves within their organization, learning their business, and acting as an extension of their team.

The Advice team is made up of passionate, relationship‑oriented career advisors and hiring consultants who recognize the significant value that can be gained through a truly special recruiting relationship. We recognize that recruiting is not just about finding good resumes, but more so how the people behind those resumes fit in with the vision of a particular company and position.

Don’t just take our word for it. Check out our YouTube Channel and Instagram Page for a better look at the team that makes Advice such a special place to work!

Advice Personnel

*Celebrating 40 years as New York’s trusted boutique executive recruiting & staffing firm

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Business Development and Sales
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting