Business Development Executive, B2B

Paragon is the design and engineering partner for modern startups. Companies bring us on to design their brand, build their product, and get it to market, working as an embedded part of their team on a monthly retainer instead of a one-off project. We're one part of Paragon Group, a venture studio that builds and backs its own companies, so the accounts you close plug into a much wider network.

What You'll Do

Own the full sales cycle, from prospecting and discovery through to close Build and manage your own pipeline, supported by pre-qualified leads and modern tooling Run consultative conversations with founders and decision-makers at funded companies Partner with our team to translate client needs into the right solution Manage a book of accounts and nurture the relationships that keep them

What We're Looking For

Proven B2B sales experience, with a track record you can speak to in specifics — what you sold, to whom, deal sizes, and close rates Comfort running a multi-touch, consultative sale to sophisticated buyers Ability to build pipeline independently and work autonomously Strong communication, discovery, and relationship-building skills A self-directed operator who takes ownership of their results

Nice to have:

Experience selling agency, design, marketing, or software services Familiarity with the latest AI GTM tools, automations, and resources Knowledge of one of the industries we work across — fintech, healthcare, SaaS, AI, consumer, e-commerce, defense, or media.

What We Offer

Uncapped, commission-based earnings that grow with the book of business you build Autonomy and ownership, with full onboarding and a steady flow of leads Exposure across a portfolio of companies and the industries they operate in A clear, merit-based path, with room to grow into leadership and co-founding opportunities within the group

How to Apply

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Sales Role Classification
1099
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60610
Keywords
Embedded design teams, Product design services, UX/UI design, Software development, Web application development, Mobile app development, Design retainers, MVP development, Brand and digital design, Agency services, SaaS product development, Fractional design and engineering
Industries
Commercial Art & Graphic Design, Product Development, Specialty Technology Services, Web Services
Posted on
August 26, 2026

Sales Goal

$2,400,000

Average Sales Value

$6,995 – $210,000

Commission Structure

10%

Sell-in cycle: 5 – 28days

Commission Payout

$240,000