Business Development Specialist
What You’ll Do • Identify, target, and acquire new business opportunities across the Chicagoland and additional Midwest markets • Build and manage a strong pipeline through calculated outreach, networking, referrals, and strategic prospecting • Conduct discovery conversations with decision makers to uncover needs, challenges, and buying triggers • Meet and exceed monthly and quarterly new business goals • Represent the company at industry events, networking groups, and partner functions
What Makes You a Great Fit • You’re a hunter at heart — proactive, persistent, and motivated by new business • Proven success in B2B sales • Strong prospecting skills and comfort with calculated outreach • Ability to build trust quickly with executives and business owners • Excellent communication, presentation, and consultative selling skills • Self directed, organized, and disciplined with your activity • Competitive mindset with the resilience to push through obstacles
Qualifications • 2-3+ years professional B2B sales or business development experience • Track record of meeting or exceeding new business targets • Consistently exceeds established sales goals and performance benchmarks
What We Offer • Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage • 401(k) with employer match • Professional development and career growth opportunities • A collaborative, growth-oriented culture focused on client success • The opportunity to make a direct impact on organizations and their employees
- Sales Role Classification
- W2
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60532
- Keywords
- Employer Benefits, Consultative Services, Wellness Services, Insurance, Private Equity
- Benefits
- 401k, Dental Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee Discounts, Flex Spending Account, Health Insurance, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Mileage Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Travel Expense Reimbursement, Tuition Reimbursement, Vision Insurance
- Industries
- Business Consultants, Business Insurance
- Posted on
- May 09, 2026
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Sales Goal
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$500,000
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Average Sales Value
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$125,000 – $750,000
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Commission Structure
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20%
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Sell-in cycle: 1 – 3months
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Commission Payout
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$100,000
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OTE
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$187,500
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Annual Salary
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$75,000 - $100,000