Business Development Representative

About Our Client Compass Equity Solutions has been retained to recruit a Business Development Associate for an established professional services firm that advises privately-held businesses throughout North America. Our client has a strong reputation, a collaborative culture, and a proven track record of developing high-performing professionals. This role offers extensive training, direct mentorship from senior leaders, and exceptional long-term career growth. If you're naturally curious, enjoy building relationships, and want to work directly with business owners and executives, we'd love to hear from you. Position Overview The Business Development Associate will play a key role in expanding relationships with privately-held businesses across a variety of industries. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys speaking with executives, learning how businesses operate, and building a long-term career in professional services. You’ll receive comprehensive training, work alongside experienced professionals, and develop valuable business skills while helping identify opportunities for the firm’s advisory team. Responsibilities Proactively engage prospective business owners through outbound phone calls. Conduct thoughtful conversations to understand company operations, growth initiatives, and strategic objectives. Schedule meetings between prospective clients and senior advisors. Maintain an organized sales pipeline using CRM software. Collaborate with senior leadership to prioritize outreach efforts. Continuously improve communication, business development, and relationship-building skills. Qualifications Successful candidates are typically: Highly competitive with a strong desire to succeed. Naturally curious and enjoy learning about businesses. Comfortable initiating conversations with executives. Resilient and able to thrive in a performance-driven environment. Excellent listeners and communicators. Organized with exceptional attention to detail. Coachable and eager to learn. Driven by performance and professional growth. Preferred experience includes: 2+ years in B2B sales, consulting, recruiting, customer success, financial services, banking, or another client-facing professional role. Experience with outbound prospecting is a plus. Bachelor's degree required CRM experience is beneficial but not required. Compensation Uncapped performance incentives On-Target Earnings (OTE): $130,000–160,000+ Paid time off Professional development and mentorship Why This Opportunity? Unlike many entry-level business development roles, this position provides direct exposure to experienced executives, meaningful conversations with business owners, and a clearly defined path toward increasingly strategic responsibilities. The successful candidate will receive significant investment in training and professional development while building a career with substantial long-term earning potential. #J-18808-Ljbffr