Remote-First Business Development Representative

Heidrick & Struggles International, Inc.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending account

401K savings plan

Educational stipend

Job summary

Business Talent Group (BTG) seeks a confident, self-motivated individual to join the Client Development & Management (CDM)/Sales team in Chicago. This entry-level Sales role offers exposure to a broad set of corporate clients and a hands-on path to grow within a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

You will support prospecting, scheduling meetings, and CRM upkeep, learning from Sales Enablement and leadership. The position is non-exempt with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• A desire to start a career in sales and advance within the company.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Confidence speaking with senior executives.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Enthusiasm for an entrepreneurial work environment.
• The ability to work both independently and as a team.

Responsibilities

• External: Prospecting & Strategy; Outreach & Meeting Scheduling, using approved messaging and driving high-value meetings.
• Maintain accurate prospect and contact information in the CRM; manage outbound outreach with consistency.
• Attend weekly 1:1 with sales lead to refine tactics and target accounts; prepare for client meetings and contribute to value ideas.
• Internal: Admin/Organization; keep CRM updated, participate in team meetings, and align with organizational goals.

Skills

Prospecting

Sales

CRM

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Entrepreneurial spirit

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Business Talent Group (BTG) seeks a confident, self-motivated individual to join the Client Development & Management (CDM)/Sales team in Chicago. This entry-level Sales role offers exposure to a broad set of corporate clients and a hands-on path to grow within a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

You will support prospecting, scheduling meetings, and CRM upkeep, learning from Sales Enablement and leadership. The position is non-exempt with comprehensive benefits.