Business Development Executive

Hi Looking for an Freelance Business Development Executive

Location: Mumbai

Engagement: Freelance / Part-time / Commission-based

Industry: Executive Search / Recruitment / Human Resources

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Freelance Business Development Executive to help our HR Executive Search firm expand its client base and generate new business opportunities in Mumbai.

The ideal candidate will have strong B2B networking and sales skills, a good understanding of recruitment/HR services, and an established network among HR Heads, CHROs, CEOs, Founders, and senior business leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new corporate clients requiring executive search and senior-level recruitment services.

• Generate leads through personal networks, LinkedIn, referrals, cold outreach, industry events, and other channels.

• Connect with CHROs, HR Heads, CEOs, Founders, and business decision-makers.

• Understand client hiring requirements and introduce the firm's executive search solutions.

• Arrange client meetings and facilitate discussions between prospective clients and the search team.

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with decision-makers.

• Follow up on proposals, mandates, and business opportunities to convert leads into assignments.

• Maintain a pipeline of prospective clients and provide regular business development updates.

• Represent the firm professionally in client interactions and networking opportunities.

Candidate Profile

• 2–8 years of experience in business development, recruitment sales, staffing, executive search, HR consulting, or B2B sales.

• Existing corporate network in Mumbai is highly desirable.

• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.

• Strong ability to identify decision-makers and open new corporate accounts.

• Experience selling professional services or recruitment solutions will be an advantage.

Compensation

Freelance / performance-based engagement, with attractive incentives or commission linked to successful business generation and closure.

A fixed retainer may also be considered for the right candidate, depending on experience and network.

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangement.

• Opportunity to work with an established executive search firm.

• Attractive earning potential linked to business generated.

• Freedom to leverage your existing professional network.

• Potential for a long-term association based on performance.

• It is a Part Time Sales / Business Development job for candidates with 2 - 6+ years Experience.