Business Development Executive - Summer 2024 Start

Trainee Business Development Executive

Metric are hiring trainee Business Development Executives to join our team in New York for Summer 2024. Metric is a New York founded, high growth global recruitment business partnering with some of the world’s most cutting edge and innovative businesses to build world-class teams.

This exciting opportunity will allow you to launch your career in recruitment in fascinating markets within Life Sciences, Medical Technology, Engineering & Construction in global markets. With us you will be given the best chance to start your career in recruitment, we will give you all the support and tools to be successful and we have proven this with our current recruitment consultant hires progressing quickly in the business.

Salary: $55,000 basic + an industry-leading uncapped 60% commission structure

We Offer You

• Commission: In addition to your base salary we offer you the best commission scheme and earning potential in recruitment with OTE earnings from $70,000 - $110,000+ in Year 1, $100,000 - $160,000+ in Year 2 and $140,000 - $200,000+ year 3.
• Quick Career Progression: The average amount of promotions our recruiters achieve in their first year is at least 2, which is super fast in recruitment. This is due to our realistic targets, training scheme and the markets we deal with. And with each promotion you will have a salary increase.
• Training: From day one, you'll have access to our world-leading training program, ensuring your journey to success is guided by expertise and innovation. Additionally, Metric is home to recruiters recognised globally as number one in their field. You'll work directly alongside them, benefitting from constant mentorship and support to excel in your career just as they have.
• Incentives: We offer multiple incentive holidays including the top billers and rookies holiday and multiple individual incentive holidays - Previously these have been Hawaii, Miami, Croatia, Barcelona and Mexico. We also offer trips out to visit our global locations, weekends away, relocation opportunities, prize incentives and monthly team lunches and afternoons out participating in fun activities which include the whole office regardless of individual performance - Previously have been go-karting, virtual reality gaming, theme parks, boat trips etc.
• Environment and culture: To be part of a reputable high growth global recruitment company that has a huge vision for the future combined with a very strong sense of purpose, culture, values and work practices. Work in an environment that has been awarded a Great Place to Work© certification. We are a professional working environment with realistic targets to promote a positive environment that has a dynamic and inclusive culture.
• Benefits: TriNet Medical Plan, 401k Plan, we've partnered with Uplift Mental Health to offer their Wellness Chat service to you and casual dress

Recruitment is a $500 billion industry and is one of the fastest growing sectors globally, with huge opportunities for those ambitious people who want to put time and effort into becoming a market expert. Recruitment offers huge earning potential and fast career progression & life long skills for those who want to have a successful career in sales.

How you will make an impact?

• Responsible for Account Management of current clients.
• Business Development and attracting new accounts.
• Having full autonomy and responsibility for the recruitment process.
• Developing and building relationships in your niche specialist market and delivering search solutions at the highest level.
• Sourcing and actively headhunting mid to senior-level candidates for clients worldwide, ensuring technical, cultural, and experience fit for roles specialised within the industry.
• Market research and candidate market mapping
• Discussing individual candidate needs & providing professional advice on opportunities
• Reviewing applications, managing interviews and creating candidate shortlists for clients
• Briefing candidates on the role, pay rates and timeframes
• Organising and preparing candidates for interview as and when requested
• Providing feedback to candidates following interview
• Discussing job offers with successful candidates
• Negotiating pay rates and finalising arrangements for placements
• Attending conferences and industry events to keep abreast of the latest developments within both the recruitment marketplace and your specialist industry.

Do you have what it takes?

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• High Energy
• Motivation to be a future business leader
• High attention to detail
• Competitive spirit
• Friendly nature
• Resilience
• Articulate communication skills
• A confident and positive attitude
• The ability to work under pressure and meet targets
• Solid computer skills across MS including PPT, Word, Excel and Outlook

At Metric we recognise the value of a diverse team, and we encourage applications from people with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.

Please note this is not a remote position.