Business Development Specialist

Hansen Talent Group (HTG); Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Supportive team

Competitive compensation

Work-life balance

Job summary

Hansen Talent Group is seeking a results-driven Sales Executive to drive business growth in the technical staffing market. You will identify opportunities, build relationships with prospective clients, and close staffing deals in collaboration with our recruiting team.

The role emphasizes external client engagement, opportunity qualification, and proactive pipeline management to meet revenue goals.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of sales experience, preferably in staffing or recruitment.
• Strong verbal and written communication with ability to influence decision-makers.
• Experience using CRM software (Salesforce, HubSpot) to manage leads.

Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new business opportunities and leads.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Deliver sales presentations and proposals to prospective clients.
• Negotiate terms, close deals, and ensure client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with recruitment to meet client staffing needs and timelines.
• Monitor market trends to identify new sales opportunities.

Skills

Sales experience

Strong communication

Self-motivated

Goal-oriented

CRM proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

Job description

Job Title: Business Development Specialist

About Hansen Talent Group

Hansen Talent Group is a leading provider of technical staffing solutions, specializing in connecting top talent with cutting-edge companies in industries such as IT, engineering, and technology. We are a dynamic and fast-growing team committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients and providing career-defining opportunities for our candidates. We’re seeking a motivated and driven Sales Executive to join our team and help expand our footprint in the technical staffing market.

Position Overview

As a Sales Executive at Hansen Talent Group, you will play a crucial role in driving business growth and expanding our client base. Your primary responsibility will be to identify new business opportunities, build strong relationships with prospective clients, and close sales to help meet the company’s revenue goals. You will work closely with our recruiting team to understand client needs and deliver top-tier staffing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect & Generate Leads: Identify and target new business opportunities through research, cold calling, networking, and leveraging existing contacts.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service and understanding their staffing needs.
• Sales Presentations & Proposals: Conduct sales meetings and presentations to prospective clients, showcasing Hansen Talent Group’s staffing capabilities and value propositions.
• Negotiation & Closing: Negotiate terms and conditions, close deals, and ensure client satisfaction throughout the sales process.
• Collaboration: Partner with the recruitment team to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality candidates that meet client specifications.
• Market Analysis: Stay current on industry trends, client needs, and competitors to identify new sales opportunities.
• Reporting & Tracking: Maintain accurate records of sales activities, pipeline management, and progress towards sales targets in CRM systems.
• Customer Retention: Follow up with clients to ensure satisfaction and generate repeat business or referrals.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2+ years of sales experience, preferably in a staffing or recruitment environment. Experience selling technical staffing services or IT/engineering solutions is a plus.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build rapport and influence decision-makers.
• Self-Motivated: Proven ability to work independently and take initiative to drive sales efforts.
• Goal-Oriented: Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• CRM Proficiency: Experience with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) to manage leads, track sales progress, and maintain client information.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (preferred, but not required).

Why Join Hansen Talent Group?

• Growth Opportunities: We’re a growing company that offers opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative, high-energy environment with a team dedicated to your success.
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive base salary with performance-based incentives and commission structure.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements and generous time-off policies.