Business Development Specialist

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$80,000.00/yr - $/yr

Are you a high-performing professional from the investment banking or private equity space looking to leverage your network and expertise in a new direction? This is your chance to join a well-established, privately-owned commercial finance company that has been providing innovative working capital solutions for over 30 years.

Are you a high-performing professional from the investment banking or private equity space looking to leverage your network and expertise in a new direction? This is your chance to join a well-established, privately-owned commercial finance company that has been providing innovative working capital solutions for over 30 years.

As a Business Development Specialist, you'll be the bridge between your existing and new investment banking/private equity network and businesses that need working capital solutions. You will be responsible for the planning, execution and closing of new business sales in the commercial/financial services industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leverage your network of investment bankers, private equity professionals, and financial contacts to generate new business
• Present comprehensive working capital solutions to company executives (CEOs, CFOs, Presidents)
• Structure and negotiate financing proposals for middle-market companies
• Support and implement any new sales/marketing initiatives to grow company business.
• Develop, present and negotiate financing proposals for prospective clients.
• Participate in industry trade shows and networking events
• Collaborate with underwriting teams to close transactions efficiently
• Generate and close several significant transactions annually
• Maintain and expand network of referral sources
• Maintain a strong network of financial professionals including commercial and investment bankers, asset-based lenders, equity and debt sponsor groups, accountants, attorneys and business consultants.
• Achieve individual revenue targets through both new business and referrals

• 3+ years of experience in investment banking or private equity, specifically in business development
• Established network of investment bankers and/or private equity professionals
• Strong understanding of corporate finance and deal structures
• Proven sales and relationship-building capabilities
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Willingness to travel up to 50%

• Ability to work remotely from one of the following cities:
  
  Dallas, North Carolina, New York
• 50% travel for onsite collaboration and customer visits

• Competitive salary of $80,000 - $160,000 (based on experience), plus commission
• Benefits provided such as medical and dental coverage, and 401(k)

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