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, Work From Home (Remote)
Industries
Business Consultants, Business Insurance
Posted on
May 06, 2026

Sales Goal

$500,000

Average Sales Value

$125,000 – $750,000

Commission Structure

20%

Sell-in cycle: 1 – 3months

Commission Payout

$100,000

OTE

$187,500

Annual Salary

$75,000 - $100,000