Our client, is a female-founded, venture-backed startup headquartered in Chicago, dedicated to empowering small to midsize companies in the consumer goods space to measure their carbon emissions. Their innovative software platform simplifies compliance with regulatory requirements and drives revenue growth-think of it as the "TurboTax" of carbon accounting.
Having recently completed a successful funding round with institutional investors and strategic corporate partners, our client is entering an exciting phase of rapid growth and industry transformation.
As a Business Development Representative , you'll play a crucial role in creating new business opportunities by connecting with prospects and scheduling product demonstrations. Working closely with the CEO, you'll help build the sales pipeline and be an integral part of the sales team's success. This role offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the company's growth.
This is a full-time role reporting to the CEO, primarily virtual, with occasional on-site requirements for special events and conferences.
Business Development Representative Responsibilities:

• Drive sales growth by engaging prospects through phone, LinkedIn, and email outreach
• Build and nurture relationships with contacts and potential clients
• Schedule meetings and product demonstrations with qualified prospects and sales reps
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to ensure lead quality and conversion
• Execute on the early stages of the sales process and develop a robust pipeline
• Prioritize and strategize target account lists for outreach
• Be an industry leader and advocate for the platform
• Set qualified appointments for Senior Account Executives
• Consistently exceed goals for generating qualified opportunities

Business Development Representative Requirements:

• 2+ years of sales experience, preferably in prospecting or cold calling
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and capable of working independently
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Quick learner comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment
• Prior experience in a startup environment is a plus
• Ability to thrive in small, collaborative teams.

Business Development Representative Benefits:

• Contribute directly to the company's growth and success while working in sustainability
• Be part of a fast-paced startup environment that's both challenging and motivating
• Shape your career path as the company continues to expand
• Enjoy competitive pay and equity ownership opportunities
• Work in a highly collaborative environment with regular opportunities for in-person engagement alongside flexible remote work

Apply now to be part of this innovative and impactful journey!
Thank you,
Renee Eason
Project Manager
LaSalle Network

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.

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