Business Development Specialist

Are you equally energized by winning new business and connecting great talent with career-changing opportunities? This role combines 50% business development and client acquisition with 50% recruiting, sourcing, and placement , making it ideal for someone who enjoys both relationship-building and talent matching. It is a hybrid role located in Cincinnati, OH.

What You'll Do

Business Development (50%)

• Prospect, develop, and grow relationships with new and existing clients.
• Conduct phone, virtual, and in-person meetings with hiring managers and key decision-makers.
• Identify workforce challenges and deliver staffing and talent solutions that help organizations achieve their hiring goals.
• Negotiate service agreements and build long-term, consultative partnerships.
• Expand market presence through networking events, industry associations, and community engagement.

Recruiting & Placement (50%)

• Source, recruit, interview, and assess accounting and finance professionals for contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent opportunities.
• Match top talent with client needs by understanding both technical qualifications and cultural fit.
• Manage the full candidate and client experience throughout the placement process.
• Provide career guidance, coaching, and ongoing communication to candidates.
• Ensure exceptional service delivery and successful engagement outcomes for both clients and talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in accounting, finance, banking, recruiting, or a related discipline preferred.
• 2+ years of success in business development, sales, or account management within a metrics-driven environment.
• Proven ability to develop new business through multi-touch, multi-decision-maker sales cycles.
• Experience building relationships with senior leaders and decision-makers within small to mid-sized organizations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and CRM platforms such as Salesforce.
• Knowledge of accounting and finance functions and organizational structures preferred.
• Competitive, relationship-focused, and highly motivated with strong communication skills.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit for more information.

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