Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager (Finance)

Are you a dynamic and ambitious individual with a passion for business development in staffing? Peoplelink Group is on the lookout for a results‑driven Business Development Manager to lead our expansion efforts in the Austin market. This role requires a proven hunter sales mentality, strong business development skills, and knowledge or experience in construction staffing.

Compensation: $60k‑$75k + commission

Schedule:

Monday‑Friday 8AM‑5PM, Office with 60‑70% field time

You’ll meet other business leaders through social networking, cold calls, and leads to create opportunities for Peoplelink to impact the world of staffing by effectively aligning talent and matching customer needs. You will collaborate as a team member with both direct and indirect reporting in a matrix organization by developing strategies, executing sales goals, and creating strong relationships with the service and delivery team.

• Identify, target, and secure new client accounts within the construction sector.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to penetrate new markets.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of prospects.

• Leverage construction industry knowledge to identify opportunities and trends.
• Stay informed on labor demands and competitive landscape.

• Work closely with branch leadership and recruiting teams to ensure successful service delivery.

Education & Experience

• Proven sales experience with a strong hunter mentality.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and recent, relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated success in new account acquisition and business development.
• Experience in construction staffing or the construction industry preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional prospecting, cold‑calling, and closing skills.
• Strong negotiation and relationship‑building abilities.
• Ability to develop and maintain a robust sales pipeline.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Personal Attributes

• Highly self‑motivated and results‑driven.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Other

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for client visits.
• Willingness to travel locally as needed.

During our interview process, you'll be asked to complete an E3 assessment. The E3 Assessment helps us evaluate your potential fit for the role and our company culture as part of a broader hiring process that includes your resume, experience, interviews, and references. It is one of several tools we use to make informed decisions, not the sole basis for selection.

We take care of our team and provide great benefits:

• Responsible Time Off (Unlimited PTO program)
• Competitive Health Benefits
• Career Journey planning and employee recognition
• Culture is important to us and there are numerous options to get involved and collaborate, including giving back to our local communities, staying fit, joining our cultural networks, and having fun and celebrating together!

Peoplelink has been a cutting‑edge leader in the staffing industry, placing more than 14,000 employees on job assignments each and every day. Your contributions, both big and small will be valued, recognized, and rewarded at every step along our exciting journey. Our team is passionate about growth, innovation, and collaboration. We are constantly striving to improve and better ourselves so that we can better support our customers.

To successfully perform the duties of this job, the staff associate is required to have the ability and skills sufficient to drive a motor vehicle 60‑75% of the time, to visit other office locations, prospects or new clients. In addition, the staff associate must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and manipulate light to medium weights of 10‑50 pounds.

Requires good hand/eye coordination, arm/hand/finger dexterity including the ability grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate office equipment and read and write the application information.…