Job Title – Associate, Business Development

About the Hiring Company

Our client is a global leader in financial events and intelligence services, serving a niche but influential segment of the derivatives and capital markets. With a growing presence across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, they bring together hedge funds, asset managers, banks, and service providers to connect through high-value in-person events and exclusive market insight. Their team is lean, entrepreneurial, and focused on building long-term client relationships that drive real value.

About the Role

As an Associate, Business Development, you’ll join a small, high-performing team focused on selling enterprise subscriptions to financial professionals. This is an in-office role based in downtown Chicago, with potential for hybrid flexibility after onboarding and demonstrated performance. You’ll be supported by a project manager, mentored by senior leadership, and backed by a clear sales process.

This is a quota-carrying role with a mix of inbound demo requests, targeted outbound outreach, and event-driven follow-ups. You’ll work directly with Managing Directors, Partners, and other senior leaders in the financial sector, tailoring subscription solutions that match their research and market intelligence needs.

Responsibilities

· Drive new business by selling enterprise subscriptions to high-level professionals.

· Conduct sales demos and guide prospects through a consultative sales cycle.

· Hit monthly targets of 2 licenses or $12K+ in new revenue.

· Manage outbound prospecting, inbound leads, and event follow-up.

· Work cross-functionally with internal teams and receive ongoing mentorship.

· Own your territory like a small business within the business.

· Maintain CRM data and stay aligned with quarterly goals and incentives.

Qualifications

· Must be located in Chicago and able to work in-office 5 days a week.

· 1+ years of subscription-based sales experience (SaaS, media, or similar).

· Demonstrated interest in finance, capital markets, or professional business intelligence.

· Strong process orientation, attention to detail, and data hygiene.

· Comfortable with phone-based sales and outreach.

· Entrepreneurial mindset with a drive to exceed goals and grow with the company.

Benefits

· $65K-$75K base salary.

· On-target earnings ~$113K+ (includes accelerators and upsell incentives).

· Quarterly commission structure with bonuses for exceeding goals.

· Mentorship from leadership and structured onboarding.

· Strong internal support from project management and content teams.

· Opportunity to grow in a specialized, high-impact sales role.

About Us

At Peak Sales Recruiting, we specialize in connecting top B2B sales talent with businesses across North America. As a leading sales recruiting firm, we pride ourselves on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates. We would love to work with you to help you find your next exciting career opportunity and ensure the right match between your skills and the perfect role.

How to Apply

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now! Submit your resume

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Code – 21040