COMPANY OVERVIEW:

We are purpose driven recruiting experts: Delivering talent worth the hunt.

Artemis is a leading executive staffing firm dedicated to recruiting elite talent for SaaS, B2B Services & Data companies.

We exist for two primary reasons. To support companies by recruiting highly qualified candidates so they can keep growing and advancing. And to help professionals find career opportunities that positively impact their lives.

Since 2005, companies have partnered with us to attract and secure qualified candidates for individual contributor to leadership roles for Sales, Product, Analytics, Marketing, IT, HR, Legal, General Management & C-level functions. Our results-driven consultants are trained to exceed expectations and provide world-class service.

Voted as a "Best Place to Work" by Columbus Business First, we enjoy dogs at the office, Taco Tuesdays and team building events throughout the year that include happy hours, ax throwing, Segway tours, gameshow challenges and countless laughs around the lunch table.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This is a position within Artemis Consultants and not with one of its clients.



We are seeking a results-driven Business Development Specialist to lead efforts in acquiring new clients. You will play a critical role in expanding the firm’s client base, developing strong relationships with decision-makers, and positioning Artemis as a trusted partner in executive search and talent acquisition services.

This position is considered a crucial role within Artemis to advance the planned expansion of our growing company. We place a significant value on this function and is highly regarded by our entire team. You will be instrumental in continuing the development of our sales organization.

This is a great opportunity to earn an MBA in executive search! This role is best suited for someone who enjoys a positive casual office environment and is motivated by unlimited commissions.

If you enjoy helping PEOPLE, this could be a good match for you. You will be responsible for developing relationships with hiring managers and key stakeholders that need help filling their hard to fill positions. You will get to work with the most innovative companies in the US and around the world. As the premier search firm that helps technology and software find the talent to help their companies succeed and grow, you will enjoy an opportunity to work with a diverse group of executives.

If you enjoy working within the ecosystem of cutting edge software, technology and B2B services, this could be an excellent fit for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead Generation: Prospects for new clients via targeted engagement using a variety of tactics that include cold calling, emailing, researching, and networking.
• Outreach & Networking: Builds relationships with new and existing clients to promote executive search value that will lead to search assignments.
• Networks with various organizations and key stakeholders in order to identify potential new job orders.
• Client Relationship Development: Build and nurture long-term client relationships, ensuring alignment between client needs and Artemis’s recruitment solutions.
• Sales Strategy & Execution: Develop and execute sales strategies to consistently achieve or exceed new client acquisition goals.
• Market Intelligence: Stay current on industry trends, competitive landscape, and talent market shifts to position Artemis effectively.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the recruiting team to ensure seamless client handoff and delivery of services.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Qualifies clients to determine needs, candidate profile, consult on hiring process and negotiate search agreement terms.
• Debriefs clients regarding candidates’ skills, strengths, and other characteristics relating to client’s preferred search profile.
• Participate in continuing education by participating in training opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Manages “Key Contact” communication with clients throughout the entire process:
• Intro Calls
• Discovery Calls
• Search agreement negotiation
• Confirming interviews
• Facilitating feedback after interviews
• Help to negotiate and deliver an offer for chosen candidate(s)
• Completes other tasks/projects as needed according to business needs including candidate lead generation/research for recruiting team
• Work with Search Managers throughout the entire process to ensure a successful completed search

PREFERRED PROFILE:

• Proven Track Record: 3–7 years of experience in business development, sales, or client acquisition—preferably in executive search, professional services, or B2B consulting.
• Strong Networker: Demonstrated ability to build relationships with C-level executives, hiring managers, and decision-makers.
• Results-Oriented: History of consistently meeting or exceeding new business targets.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate value propositions effectively.
• Industry Knowledge (Preferred): Familiarity with talent acquisition, executive search, or human capital consulting.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Self-motivated, persistent, and comfortable operating in a growth-focused, client-centric environment.
• Minimum of 2 years Business to Business Sales or Inside Sales Experience
• Entrepreneurial drive, strong work ethic, and unwavering integrity, in addition to exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Individuals who are competitive by nature are an ideal fit.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and apply new technology quickly.
• Multi-tasking skills allowing you to manage multiple projects successfully.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, not required.

LOCATION: Columbus (Hybrid) Willing to consider remote outside of Columbus

Job ID# 1700822

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