Job Title: Business Development Manager – Executive Search

n Location: Gurugram

n Experience: 5+ Years

n Industry: Executive Search / Leadership Hiring / Recruitment Consulting

n TRAVEL REQUIRED

nn About the Role

nWe are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manage r with proven experience in the Executive Search industr y. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving new business acquisition, building long-term client relationships, and expanding our leadership hiring portfolio across diverse industries.

nnThis role is ideal for professionals who have a strong network, excellent consultative selling skills, and a successful track record of acquiring and managing executive search mandates.

nn Key Responsibilities

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- Drive end-to-end business development activities to acquire current executive search mandates
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- Identify and engage prospective clients through networking, referrals, cold outreach, LinkedIn, and industry events
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- Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue and business growth targets
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- Build robust relationships with CXOs, HR Leaders, CHROs, Talent Acquisition Heads, and business decision-makers
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- Understand client hiring needs and position executive search solutions effectively
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- Lead client meetings, presentations, commercial discussions, and contract negotiations
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- Collaborate closely with the research and delivery teams to ensure successful mandate execution
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- Generate repeat business by maintaining long-term client relationships and delivering exceptional service
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- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging hiring opportunities
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- Maintain an accurate sales pipeline, prepare forecasts, and report business performance to leadership
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nn Required Skills &

Experience

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- 5+ years of experience in Business Development within an Executive Search or Leadership Hiring firm (mandatory)
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- Proven track record of acquiring and managing executive search or senior leadership hiring mandates
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- Strong understanding of executive search, talent mapping, retained search, and leadership hiring
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- Excellent client acquisition, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
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- Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building abilities
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- Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams
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- Experience managing sales pipelines, revenue targets, and key client accounts
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nn What We're Looking For

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- Strong consultative sales mindset
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- High ownership and entrepreneurial attitude
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- Excellent commercial acumen
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- Self-motivated with a passion for business growth
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- Ability to thrive in a rapid-paced, target-driven environment
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nn Exper i ence: 5+ Years

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