Business Development Representative

Bridgeway Partners is hiring an Entry-Level Business Development Representative (BDR) to join our growing professional search team.

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
No previous sales experience is required.
We're looking for motivated, outgoing, and driven individuals who are interested in learning sales, building relationships, and developing valuable business skills. This is a hands-on opportunity to learn how to prospect, communicate with business leaders, identify new opportunities, and develop client relationships while receiving direct training and mentorship from experienced sales professionals.
About the OpportunityAt Bridgeway, we help companies identify and recruit talented professionals for important positions within their organizations. Our business development team is responsible for identifying prospective clients, starting conversations with business leaders, understanding their hiring needs, and developing relationships that lead to new business. This is a sales-focused position that involves research, cold calling, outreach, follow-up, and relationship building. You'll learn how to generate business opportunities, handle objections, and communicate confidently with professionals at all levels.
Why Bridgeway?Bridgeway Partners has been in business for over 20 years and is entering an exciting period of growth. Our goal is to double the business by 2030 through expansion into new markets, investments in technology, and the development of our team. We take a relationship-driven approach to business development, focusing on building long-term partnerships rather than simply making one-time sales. As a new member of our team, you'll work alongside experienced professionals who have spent decades developing business and managing client relationships. You'll receive hands-on training, direct coaching, and opportunities to take on greater responsibility as your skills develop.
What You'll DoYou'll begin by learning the fundamentals of sales and business development, including:Researching companies, industries, and prospective clientsIdentifying business leaders and key decision-makersMaking outbound calls and sending emails to prospective clientsStarting conversations with professionals you haven't met beforeLearning how to ask questions and identify potential business needsBuilding and maintaining a pipeline of prospective clientsManaging contacts, outreach, and follow-up using CRM systems and AI toolsHandling objections, navigating rejection, and improving your sales approachStaying organized and accountable to activity and performance goals
As you gain experience, you'll begin developing relationships with assigned companies, participating in client conversations, and identifying new business opportunities. Over time, you'll gain exposure to more advanced sales responsibilities, including client meetings, presentations, negotiations, and account management.
You don't need to know how to do these things on day one. We'll teach you.
What We're Looking ForWe're interested in individuals who:Are early in their careers and interested in developing sales skillsEnjoy talking with people and building relationshipsAre confident or willing to become comfortable initiating conversationsAre competitive, self-motivated, and goal-orientedHave strong communication and interpersonal skillsAre persistent and can handle rejection without becoming discouragedAre organized, dependable, and willing to put in consistent effortRespond well to coaching, feedback, and constructive criticismWant to be challenged and take ownership of their performance
Previous sales or business development experience is not required. We value attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn over previous industry experience.
What You'll GainOur goal is to help you develop the skills and confidence to become a successful sales professional. Over your first 18–24 months, you'll gain practical experience in:Prospecting, cold calling, and lead generationProfessional communication and relationship buildingSales strategy and business developmentUnderstanding businesses and identifying client needsNegotiation, persuasion, and objection handlingPipeline management, organization, and accountabilityWorking with executives and business decision-makers
These skills provide a strong foundation for long-term career growth, including opportunities in Account Management, Account Executive roles, Business Development, Sales Leadership, and Search Consulting.
Interested in Joining Our Team? xzbcwsv We're not looking for someone who already knows how to sell. We're looking for someone who wants to learn, is motivated to succeed, and is willing to put in the effort to become great at it.If you're looking to start a career in sales, develop valuable professional skills, and join a growing team where your effort and performance matter, we'd like to hear from you.