Business Development Representative

On-Target Earnings: $70,000 - $95,000 annually

Portland Metro | Full-Time | On-Site

Express Employment Professionals & Specialized Recruiting Group – East Portland

Express Employment Professionals (EEP) and Specialized Recruiting Group (SRG) East Portland are two companies within a single, high-performance staffing and recruiting organization.

EEP focuses on industrial, skilled trades, and office services staffing, while SRG specializes in professional placements across Accounting, Finance, HR, and other high-skill roles. Together, we combine local ownership, national resources, and a reputation for excellence in matching great companies with great talent.

We’re growing — and seeking a relationship-driven, goal-oriented Business Development Representative to help expand both divisions and support our next level of success.

As a Business Development Representative, you’ll be the face of Express and SRG to new and existing clients. Your mission: build strong relationships, uncover hiring needs, and partner with our recruiting team to deliver high-quality placements.

This is a revenue-impact role — ideal for someone who loves connection, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to grow their career in business development.

• Drive new business through outbound outreach, prospecting, and networking
• Hold qualified discovery conversations and present EEP & SRG’s value proposition
• Build and deepen relationships with key clients and decision-makers
• Maintain a strong weekly cadence of sales activity and pipeline management
• Collaborate with recruiters to ensure exceptional client service and placement success
• Represent the brands professionally in person, on the phone, and through digital channels

• A natural relationship builder with exceptional communication skills
• Self-motivated, organized, and energized by goals and a fast-paced sales environment
• Resilient, resourceful, and able to keep momentum even on tough days
• Someone who follows through, thinks proactively, and takes pride in their work
• Interested in career growth and excited by the earning potential of a results-driven role

• 1–3 years of sales, account management, recruiting, or customer-facing experience
• Ability to manage a sales pipeline and meet weekly activity expectations
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Professionalism and the ability to build trust quickly
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for client visits

• Bonus/Commission: 100% tied to company revenue generated, with uncapped commission potential
• Career Path: Clear advancement into Business Development Manager (EEP) and/or Business Development Manager (SRG) based on performance
• Benefits: Robust benefits package
• Professional Development: Continuous training, coaching, and leadership development

You’ll join a small, high-performing team where your work matters. You’ll have autonomy, meaningful support, and the ability to directly impact your own earning potential and the firm’s growth. If you want a place where your drive and results are rewarded — you’ll thrive here.