Business Development Lead — Recruitment & Executive Search

HappyGlobal Service; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HappyGlobal Service is seeking a Business Development Consultant to expand the U.S. recruitment and executive search client base.

The role covers multiple industries, including Technology, AI, Consumer Goods, and Life Sciences, with responsibilities from prospecting to contract negotiations and account management. You will collaborate with internal teams to tailor recruitment solutions, discuss service models and fees, and maintain client relationships for long-term success in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Fluent in Mandarin and English to engage multinational clients.
• 2+ years in recruitment, executive search, HR services, B2B sales, or business development.
• Experience in U.S. market business development or corporate client management is a plus.
• Ability to identify prospects and develop new business through outreach and networking.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Independently drive opportunities and collaborate with internal teams.
• Familiarity with CRM tools and business development platforms.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential clients and new business opportunities via market research.
• Build relationships with corporate clients across industries.
• Develop business through outreach, events, conferences, and referrals.
• Manage full business development cycle: prospecting, needs assessment, negotiations, contracts, account management.
• Coordinate with recruitment teams to deliver projects and ensure client satisfaction.
• Maintain a structured pipeline and track engagement history.

Skills

Mandarin Chinese

English

Client acquisition

Negotiation

Relationship management

Market research

Sales cycle management

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

HappyGlobal Service is seeking a Business Development Consultant to expand the U.S. recruitment and executive search client base.

The role covers multiple industries, including Technology, AI, Consumer Goods, and Life Sciences, with responsibilities from prospecting to contract negotiations and account management. You will collaborate with internal teams to tailor recruitment solutions, discuss service models and fees, and maintain client relationships for long-term success in a fast-paced