Business Development Representative

Business Development Representative (Financial Services) This is not a customer service job. This is not a remote sales job. This is not a role for someone who is afraid to pick up the phone. If you thrive on talking to people, love turning conversations into opportunities, and want to build a long-term career with one of Michigan's fastest-growing retirement planning firms, we'd love to meet you. Strickler Financial Group is looking for an energetic, motivated Business Development Representative to help qualified prospects take the next step toward retirement confidence by scheduling appointments with our advisory team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys making outbound calls, isn't discouraged by hearing 'no,' and takes pride in winning through persistence, professionalism, and genuine relationships. About Strickler Financial Group At Strickler Financial Group, our mission is simple: We help remove the 'scaries' from retirement so our clients have the confidence to Retire Boldly®. We're one of Michigan's fastest-growing retirement planning firms specializing in retirement income planning, investments, tax planning, Medicare, estate planning, and wealth management. We generate a steady flow of opportunities through television, educational workshops, dinner seminars, movie events, digital marketing, referrals, and community outreach. What You'll Do Your primary responsibility is to schedule qualified appointments for our financial advisors. Follow up with seminar, workshop, movie event, and television leads Re-engage prospects who met with us previously but didn't become clients Contact prospects in our CRM as part of ongoing marketing campaigns Follow up with referral opportunities Invite prospects to upcoming educational events Conduct outbound calling campaigns Maintain detailed notes within our CRM Work closely with marketing and advisors to improve appointment conversion Attend select educational workshops, dinner seminars, and client events Consistently achieve appointment, activity, and quality goals Qualifications Minimum two years of sales, business development, inside sales, or high-volume customer contact experience Comfortable spending most of the day on the phone Strong work ethic Organized and tech-savvy Ability to handle rejection professionally Compensation Performance-based bonuses and team incentives Realistic first-year earnings of $60,000-$90,000+ Four weeks paid time off Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company contribution Team incentive trips Our Core Values Driven to Learn and Grow Clear and Transparent Communication Lead with Empathy 100% Positive Energy Own the Outcome Location & Schedule This position is based in our Utica, Michigan office. Occasional evening attendance at educational events is required. Who Should Not Apply You dislike talking on the phone. You give up after hearing 'no.' You prefer waiting for work instead of creating opportunities. You're looking for a fully remote position. Ready to Build Something Bigger? If you're looking for more than just another sales job—if you want to join a growing company where your effort directly impacts families preparing for retirement—we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Strickler Financial Group