Business Development Specialist

Humbug Holiday Lighting; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Humbug Holiday Lighting is looking for a motivated Business Development Specialist for a part-time position focused on driving new recurring revenue through professional networking and strategic outreach in the Austin area.

This role offers flexibility, compensation ranging from $18 to $22 per hour based on experience, and a clear path to a full-time opportunity as the company grows. Join us if you're driven and interested in advancing your career with a rising brand.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of B2B sales or business development experience is required.
• Strong networking capabilities and self-motivation are essential.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Attend networking groups and business associations on behalf of both brands.
• Develop relationships with property managers, HOAs, and commercial properties.
• Build referral partnerships with real estate professionals and local businesses.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Networking skills

Self-motivated

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

About Us

Pest Hunters / Humbug Holiday Lighting of Central Austin – Round Rock – Pflugerville is a growing pest, mosquito, and holiday/permanent lighting company serving the greater Austin market. We focus on building long‑term partnerships and recurring service contracts.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Business Development Specialist to drive new recurring revenue through professional networking, strategic outreach, and partnership development — on a part‑time basis.

This is not a door-to-door sales role. This is a professional networking and business development position. This role carries a clear path to full-time as the company grows.

Employment Type: Part‑Time | 20 – 25 hrs/week | Location: Central Austin – Round Rock – Pflugerville, TX (Field-based) | Reports To: Business Owner

Key Responsibilities

• Attend networking groups and business associations (BNI, Austin & Round Rock Chambers) on behalf of both brands
• Develop relationships with property managers, HOAs, apartment communities, and commercial properties
• Build referral partnerships with real estate professionals, landscapers, and complementary local businesses
• Conduct in‑person meetings, present service proposals, and build recurring contracts
• Promote Humbug Holiday/Permanent Lighting services and upsell to existing Pest Hunters clients
• Track pipeline in CRM and coordinate new client onboarding with operations

Performance Expectations

• 10+ relationship touches per week
• 3+ in‑person meetings per week
• Consistent proposal generation
• Measurable recurring revenue growth month over month

Compensation

Base Pay: $18 – $22/hr (based on experience) | 20 – 25 hrs/week

Commission – New Customers, First 12 Months Only

• 15% of residential revenue (first year)
• 20% of first‑year commercial contract value
• $100 – $200 one‑time bonus per B2B referral partner signed
• Paid on collected revenue only

Additional: Performance bonuses | Mileage reimbursement | Uncapped earning potential

Estimated Monthly Earnings: $2,000 – $4,500+

Qualifications

Required: 2+ years B2B sales or business development | Strong networker | Self‑motivated | Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Preferred: Austin‑area network | Service industry experience | CRM familiarity | Referral partner program experience

Growth Opportunity

We invest in people who invest in us. As we expand across our service area, this role offers a clear path to full-time with increased salary, expanded territory, and leadership responsibilities. If you are results‑driven and ready to grow with one of Central Austin's rising home service brands — we want to hear from you.

Flexible work from home options available.