Business Development Consultant

Careerscape is recruiting on behalf of our client, a growing organization looking to add a driven Business Development Consultant to its team in Chicago. This is a high-impact, hybrid role for someone who thrives on building relationships, uncovering new revenue opportunities, and turning prospects into long-term partners. Our client wants a consultative seller who can represent their brand with credibility and bring a strategic mindset to every conversation.

Day to day, you will spend time researching target markets, reaching out to prospective clients, running discovery calls, and shaping proposals that speak directly to a prospect's needs. The role suits someone who is equally comfortable working independently to build a pipeline and collaborating with marketing, sales, and leadership teams to refine go-to-market strategy. People who do well here are curious, resilient in the face of rejection, and energized by hitting measurable growth targets.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $95,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.

Additional compensation and benefits details will be shared during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify new business opportunities through research, networking, and outbound outreach
• Build and manage a pipeline of prospective clients across target industries
• Conduct discovery calls and needs assessments to understand prospect challenges
• Develop and deliver compelling proposals, pitches, and presentations
• Negotiate contract terms and pricing to close new business
• Maintain accurate records of prospect activity and pipeline status in the CRM
• Collaborate with marketing to refine messaging and lead generation campaigns
• Track industry trends and competitor activity to inform strategy
• Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking functions to generate leads
• Partner with account management to ensure smooth client handoff and onboarding

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field or equivalent experience
• 5 or more years of experience in business development, sales, or consulting
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding revenue and pipeline targets
• Strong consultative selling and negotiation skills
• Experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple prospects and priorities simultaneously
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment with regular in-office collaboration
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership over results

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k plan with employer match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Performance-based bonus and commission opportunities
• Hybrid work schedule with flexibility
• Professional development and training support
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Collaborative, growth-oriented team culture
• Career advancement opportunities

ABOUT CAREERSCAPE

Careerscape is a staffing and recruiting firm connecting talented professionals with employers across administration, operations, healthcare, finance, technology, customer support, and professional services.

APPLICATION NOTICE

Careerscape is supporting the hiring process for this client opening. By applying, you agree that Careerscape may review your application, contact you regarding this opportunity, and share your information with the hiring client for consideration.

Careerscape may also contact you regarding future opportunities that align with your qualifications.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Careerscape and its hiring partners are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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