AM - Business Development | Executive Search Firm | Mulund

Senior Executive/Assistant Manager - Business Development

Position Title:

Department:

Position Overview:

We are looking to onboard a proactive and results-oriented Business Development professional to join our high-impact Executive Search practice. This is an individual contributor role with direct accountability for new client acquisition and revenue generation.

The incumbent will be responsible for generating qualified leads, engaging senior decision-makers across industries, and converting prospects into long-term strategic clients. The ideal candidate brings a blend of persuasive communication, consultative selling, and stakeholder engagementideally within the recruitment or talent solutions space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Generation & Market Mapping:

  Identify, research, and connect with potential clients through cold outreach, networking platforms, events, and referrals.

• Client Engagement & Acquisition:

  Own the sales cycle from first contact to onboarding, engaging with CXOs, HR leaders, and senior decision-makers in B2B environments.

• Solution Selling:

  Articulate the firms executive search capabilities to address client-specific hiring needs and talent strategies.

• Relationship Management:

  Cultivate long-term partnerships by delivering value through tailored conversations, insights, and consistent follow-ups.

• Sales Pipeline Ownership:

  Build and manage a qualified pipeline of opportunities. Ensure timely follow-ups, CRM hygiene, and accurate forecasting.

• Collaboration with Internal Teams:

  Liaise with search consultants and delivery teams to ensure seamless client onboarding and project transition.

• Industry Insights & Intelligence:

  Monitor hiring trends, organizational changes, and industry developments to stay ahead of client needs and competition.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Experience:

  1 to 5 years of relevant experience in business development, B2B sales, or client acquisition.

• Communication Skills:

  Exceptional command over English—verbal and written. Must demonstrate confidence and credibility in conversations with senior stakeholders.

• Sales & Negotiation Acumen:

  Strong understanding of consultative sales, value positioning, and strategic deal closure.

• Self-Starter:

  High level of initiative, ownership, and drive. Ability to work independently and manage targets.

• Professionalism:

  Confident, composed, and well-presented; capable of representing the firm in high-stakes conversations.

• Tech Savvy:

  Comfortable using CRM tools, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and prospecting technologies.

Work Environment:

• Work Schedule:

  Monday to Friday

• Location:

  Work-from-office model (no remote/hybrid option)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, HR or related disciplines
  

Why Join Us:

• Join a fast-scaling executive search firm with a growing portfolio of marquee clients.
• Direct visibility to leadership with opportunities to make a tangible business impact.
• Competitive compensation structure and performance-driven growth path.
• Professional, inclusive, and high-accountability work culture.

hr25@hectorandstreak.com