Business Development Manager – Staffing, Executive Search & RPO

Position Overview

Delectus is seeking a highly motivated Business Development Manager with a recruiting or staffing background to drive growth across Staffing, Executive Search, and Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) services.

This role is ideal for someone who understands the recruiting industry, enjoys building client relationships, and is motivated by high earning potential. The Business Development Manager will focus on generating new business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and expanding Delectus’ client portfolio nationwide.

The ideal candidate is proactive, relationship-driven, and comfortable engaging with hiring managers, operations leaders, HR executives, and decision-makers across manufacturing, industrial, construction, environmental, engineering, renewable energy, and professional services industries.

This is a high-upside, commission-driven opportunity with uncapped earning potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate new business opportunities for Staffing, Executive Search, and RPO services
• Build and maintain relationships with hiring managers, HR leaders, operations leadership, and executives
• Conduct outbound business development through LinkedIn, networking, referrals, email outreach, and cold calling
• Identify workforce challenges and position Delectus solutions strategically
• Schedule and lead discovery meetings with prospective clients
• Develop proposals, pricing discussions, and service agreements
• Collaborate with recruiting teams to ensure successful delivery and client satisfaction
• Maintain and manage a pipeline of active opportunities
• Track activity, opportunities, and sales progress within CRM/ATS systems
• Represent Delectus professionally within target industries and networking environments

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in recruiting, staffing, executive search, or workforce solutions
• Prior business development or account management experience preferred
• Strong understanding of recruiting operations and hiring processes
• Proven ability to build relationships and generate business opportunities
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and follow-up skills
• Comfortable with outbound outreach and developing business from scratch
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and sense of urgency
• Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, engineering, construction, environmental, or related industries preferred

Compensation & Opportunity

This position offers substantial income potential for motivated performers.

Compensation Includes:

• Aggressive commission structure
• Commission on direct hire and executive search placements
• Recurring commission opportunities tied to staffing and RPO accounts
• Performance-based bonuses
• Uncapped earning potential
• Flexible work environment

This role is designed for someone seeking long-term financial growth through relationship-building and recurring client development.

About Delectus

Delectus is a national recruiting and workforce solutions firm specializing in Staffing, Executive Search, and RPO services. We support commercial, industrial, and government clients nationwide with a focus on delivering high-quality talent solutions in difficult-to-fill markets.

Delectus combines industry expertise, strategic recruiting practices, and relationship-driven service to help clients build strong, scalable teams.

 

 

At Delectus, we pursue excellence in all we do. Our core values of character, capability, and responsibility shape our approach, ensuring precise matches between talent and opportunity. With a focus on enduring partnerships, we tailor our services to meet the distinctive needs of each client and candidate. Our seasoned professionals are dedicated to supporting you throughout the hiring process. Thank you for considering Delectus for your career journey. Join us in our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and delivering exceptional results in recruitment.