Business Development Representative - Columbus

Oxford Global Resources; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Floating holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan contributions

Disability insurance

EAP

Pet insurance

Job summary

Oxford Global Resources in Columbus seeks a Business Development Representative to grow our technical consulting business. You’ll enter our Development Program with real training, mentorship, and client relationships from day one.

You’ll learn to identify new opportunities, build trust with clients, and create meaningful opportunities that impact your career and the company. This role is the foundation for becoming an Account Manager who owns a portfolio and pipeline.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1+ year of experience in sales, business development, recruiting, or a customer-facing role.
• Comfortable spending time on the phone, in client meetings, and out in the field.
• CRM or applicant tracking system experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete Oxford's onboarding and sales training program.
• Learn from experienced Senior Account Managers to grow.
• Identify new business opportunities and build client relationships.
• Prospect new clients via calls, email, networking, and meetings.
• Run client meetings to uncover hiring needs and pitch Oxford's consulting solutions.
• Generate new business and grow client partnerships.
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline using CRM and modern sales tools.
• Travel regularly in the Columbus area for client meetings.
• Keep accurate activity and progress records.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Self-motivation

Confidence talking to executives

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Tech-savviness

CRM experience

Field selling

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join our team and experience how we lead with passion, positivity, and accountability to deliver the Right Talent. Right Now. We create an environment where you can think big, have fun and truly make a difference.

Ready to build a career where your effort directly impacts your success? At Oxford, we don't just hire salespeople; we develop future business leaders. Oxford Global Resources is hiring a Business Development Representative to grow our technical consulting business in Columbus. When companies need specialized technical talent - engineers, software developers, scientists and other technical professionals, but aren't ready to make a full-time hire, they turn to Oxford. We connect them with experienced consultants who can make an immediate impact.

As a Business Development Representative you'll enter the first phase of our Development Program: real training, real mentorship, and real client relationships from day one. You'll work side-by-side with experienced Senior Account Managers who will show you exactly how to win business, build trust with clients, and create opportunities that matter-for them and for you. This isn't a support role. It's the foundation for becoming an Account Manager who owns their own portfolio, drives their own pipeline, and controls their own career trajectory.

What You'll Do

• Complete Oxford's industry-leading onboarding and sales training program
• Learn directly from experienced Senior Account Managers who will coach and mentor your growth
• Master the art of identifying new business opportunities and building relationships that last
• Prospect new clients through calls, email, networking, and face-to-face meetings
• Run client meetings to uncover hiring needs and pitch Oxford's consulting solutions
• Generate new business and grow existing client partnerships
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline using CRM and modern sales tools
• Sharpen your expertise in Oxford's sales methodology and staffing solutions
• Chase and beat performance goals while leveling up your skills every step of the way
• Travel regularly throughout the Columbus area to meet with clients
• Keep sharp, accurate records of your activity and progress

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 1+ year of experience in sales, business development, recruiting, or a customer-facing role
• Communication skills that build trust fast-and relationships that last
• A competitive, self-motivated drive to win
• Confidence talking to anyone, from entry-level hires to executives
• Sharp organizational and problem-solving instincts
• Comfort picking up new tech and tools, including Microsoft Office
• Bonus points for CRM or applicant tracking system experience
• Comfortable spending time on the phone, in client meetings, and out in the field.

Salary Range Thereasonably expectedannual base compensation range for this position is$50,000 - $60,000for the Columbus market. Within the range, individual compensation isdeterminedby job-related skills, experience, and applicable state or local laws.

Commission Eligibility This role may also be eligible for commission under Oxford's Sales compensation plan.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) witha match.
• PTO, and floating holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan contributions.
• Disability insurance.
• EAP.
• Pet insurance.

Supervision Exercised: none

Supervision Received: Local Market Manager, Business Development Manager, Associate Industry Leader, VP

Background Check Notice Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check conducted in accordance with applicable law. Depending on the requirements of the position, the background check may include, but is not limited to verification of employment history, education, criminal history, motor vehicle records, credit history, and other job-related information. Motor vehicle record and credit checks will be conducted only when relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the role.

Travel Requirement (For Local Sales Roles Only)

Reliable transportation is required for this position. You will be required travel to local client locations for on‑site meetings. When use of a personal vehicle is required for business travel, the Company will reimburse mileage at the applicable standard mileage rate in accordance with Company policy.

For US job seekers:Salary Information:$24.04-$28.85 Hourly

Oxford is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oxford will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. Oxford provides holiday pay, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefit plans, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee tuition reimbursement, student debt assistance and a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan. Oxford is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case‑by‑case basis.