Business Development – Executive Search (Private Equity Focus)

GVentures, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic VP/Principal for Business Development with a focus on executive search in the Private Equity sector. This role offers the autonomy to drive business growth while collaborating with a high-performance delivery team. If you're a tenacious dealmaker with a strong network and a passion for building relationships, this is your chance to thrive in a supportive environment that values integrity and teamwork. Join a forward-thinking company that empowers you to shape the future of recruitment and offers unlimited career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commissions

Unlimited career growth

Collaborative team environment

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• Strong background in executive search or talent solutions.
• Proven experience in business development within professional services.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts and secure retained search agreements.
• Build lasting relationships with decision-makers in Private Equity.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Negotiation

Networking

Emotional Intelligence

Client Relationship Management

Job description

Business Development – Executive Search (Private Equity Focus)

Business Development – Executive Search (Private Equity Focus)

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At GVentures, our mission is to help people achieve their absolute fullest potential. We believe that when people are in the right places, working with the right people, they can change the world for the better.

We are an executive search firm with a white-glove approach to both our clients and candidates. We treat everyone with respect, compassion, and excellence, striving to make tomorrow better than today. Our clients include Private Equity firms, Family Offices, and their portfolio companies across a range of industries, including Business Services, Manufacturing, Technology, Financial Services, Energy, Consumer, Healthcare, and more.

We work in a collaborative, supportive environment where authenticity and team spirit thrive. Our focus is always on the highest standards of integrity, and we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence.

Who We're Looking For:

We are seeking a VP / Principal, Business Development with a strong background in executive search or talent solutions, preferably in the Private Equity sector. We are willing to consider strong sales professionals who have experience selling professional services to Private Equity firms who bring strong relationships. This is a pure business development role (180 model) and you will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and closing new client relationships while our delivery team handles the execution and recruitment process.

You’re a natural networker who quickly gains trust and influence with investors and top executives. A tenacious dealmaker who thrives on opening doors and closing retained search deals. If you’re a high performer who’s tired of restrictive metrics and unnecessary corporate red tape, and you’re ready to take ownership of your success, this role is for you.

While you will have the autonomy to drive your own business development efforts, you’ll never be working in a silo. We believe in the power of teamwork, and you’ll have the support of a strong delivery team that ensures your clients and candidates receive top-notch service from start to finish.

What You'll Do:

• Lead business development efforts by sourcing new clients and building lasting relationships with decision-makers in Private Equity Firms, Family Offices, and their Portfolio Companies.
• Focus on securing retained search agreements, positioning GVentures as the search firm of choice for Middle Market Private Equity Firms.
• Develop and execute targeted outreach strategies to engage PE firms and C-level executives.
• Act as a trusted advisor, understanding client needs and providing tailored executive search solutions.
• Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of opportunities, consistently driving new business and revenue growth.
• Work collaboratively with a high-performance delivery team that ensures seamless execution and client satisfaction.

Required Skills:

• Proven experience in business development within executive search, talent solutions, or a related high-touch professional services environment.
• Strong network in Private Equity, finance, or executive leadership circles preferred.
• Ability to secure retained search business, with a track record of bringing in new business.
• High emotional intelligence, with the ability to understand client needs and provide tailored recruitment solutions.
• Exceptional sales and negotiation skills. You know how to build trust, sell value, and close deals.
• A self starter mentality. You take ownership of your pipeline, strategy, and success.
• Strong team player who values collaboration and understands that working together is key to success.

What’s in it for You:

• Fully remote with some travel as needed to attend conferences and industry events.
• Competitive base salary with uncapped commissions with significant earning potential.
• The opportunity to join an early stage company and help it scale and grow.
• Unlimited career growth and the opportunity to shape a new approach in the recruitment industry.
• Join a collaborative, high-performance team that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

If you’re ready to drive business growth, close retained search deals, and be part of a high-performance team, apply now and let’s build something great together!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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