Business Development Analyst

AEGIS FIRE & SAFETY PARTNERS

Private Equity-Backed by Anagram Capital

Role: Business Development Analyst

Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation: $75,000 Base Uncapped Commission, OTE $95,000

ABOUT AEGIS

Sponsor Overview

Anagram Capital ("Anagram") is a private investment firm founded by institutional investors with extensive operating and investing experience. Headquartered in Chicago and New York, Anagram focuses on investing in companies alongside seasoned management teams, leveraging their deep institutional investing and operating experience.

Anagram's dedicated private equity fund backs proven executives in building platforms to acquire and scale cash-flowing companies in the Lower Middle Market ($1M-$5M in EBITDA). This buy-and-build approach targets high-quality, cash-generating businesses where experienced operators can drive meaningful growth with the backing of Anagram. Representative investments include companies in the Consumer Services, Aviation, Home Services, and Fire & Life Safety sectors. For more information, please visit www.anagramcapital.com.

Company Overview

Aegis Fire & Safety Partners (“Aegis”) is a fast growing network of Fire & Safety Companies with the directive to scale into a national platform. We focus on high quality partnerships with industry leading Fire & Life Safety professionals. Our mission is to partner with the nation’s best Fire & Life Safety business owners to honor their legacy, accelerate their growth, and deliver superior protection to the communities they’ve spent a lifetime serving. For more information, please visit www.aegisfsp.com

THE OPPORTUNITY

Aegis Fire & Safety Partners is seeking a hungry and hands-on Business Development Analyst to join our ground-floor team as we build a national network of high-quality Fire & Life Safety businesses. This is a unique opportunity for a driven, people-oriented professional who is energized by the chase, thrives in an entrepreneurial environment, and wants to play a meaningful role in shaping a high-growth platform from the start. The right candidate will be the tip of the spear and the engine behind our acquisition pipeline—identifying, prospecting, and cultivating relationships with exceptional business owners across the country.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive lead generation through high-quality outbound calling and direct outreach to Fire & Life Safety business owners nationwide.
• Build and maintain a deep pipeline of future acquisition and partnership opportunities.
• Qualify outbound prospects and conduct company research to prioritize targets.
• Manage and maintain the prospect database, ensuring accuracy and integrity.
• Support conference attendance, marketing campaigns, and other lead generation initiatives.
• Manage outbound mailing programs and track response rates.
• Work closely with the broader Aegis team to move leads through the deal cycle.
• Contribute to a fast-paced, team-first culture where everyone rolls up their sleeves.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Prior experience in sales, lead generation, or business development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a natural ability to build rapport.
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and comfortable working independently and collaboratively.
• Results-oriented with a track record of meeting or exceeding goals.
• Proficiency with CRM systems, AI, and sales productivity tools.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple prospects simultaneously.
• Genuine curiosity about the Fire & Life Safety industry.
• Based in Chicago, IL or willing to relocate; onsite four days per week.

COMPENSATION

• $75,000 Base Salary
• Uncapped Commission
• On-Target Earnings of ~$95,000
• Opportunity to help build a national private equity-backed platform

Visit www.aegisfsp.com to learn more