TAVERN

Business Development Executive – Part-Time

TAVERN

part-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: New York City • New York • United States

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About the role

  • Consistently generate qualified pipeline and contribute directly to new client acquisition by booking weekly and monthly meetings, progressing deals that convert into revenue
  • Conduct high-volume, targeted cold outreach via email, LinkedIn, events and calls to generate at least 5 qualified opportunities per week
  • Build and maintain long-term relationships with potential clients and partners, turning initial conversations into lasting partnerships
  • Represent the agency at events, meetings, and industry gatherings to generate leads and expand our network
  • Confidently pitch our services, tailoring messaging to each prospect’s needs and business objectives
  • Support the sales pipeline from first contact to deal close, constantly hopping on the phone with leads on daily basis
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of leads, outreach activity, and pipeline status in CRM; identifying, qualifying, and prioritizing new leads based on strategic fit and likelihood to convert
  • Own and actively manage the pipeline from first touch to close, including consistent follow-ups and deal progression
  • Track conversation rates across every outreach channel and tactic; identify what’s working, double down on it, and quickly pivot away from what isn’t
  • Collaborate closely with leadership to refine business development strategy, positioning, and outbound messaging
  • Run continuous outreach experiments (messaging, channels, audiences) and iterate based on performance data
  • Surface insights from outreach and conversations to inform broader business strategy and positioning

Requirements

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal)
  • Ability to quickly gain strong understanding of brand strategy, design processes and creative industry dynamics
  • Organized, proactive, and comfortable with cold outreach and networking
  • Naturally persuasive with a strong ability to build rapport
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a “figure it out” attitude
  • Interest in sales, partnerships, business development, and startups
  • Bonus Points
  • Experience in sales, fundraising, event promotion, or recruiting
  • Active in student organizations or networking communities
  • Experience with LinkedIn outreach or CRM tools
  • Comfortable presenting ideas or pitching
Benefits
  • Join a passionate, collaborative, and forward-thinking team shaping how brands are built and experienced.
  • Work with top-tier clients and creative talent in a dynamic studio culture.
  • Commission compensation package and growth opportunities within a scaling agency.
  • Hands-on experience in sales, partnerships, and client relations
  • Direct exposure to company leadership and decision-making
  • Rapid learning in negotiation, persuasion, and business development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
salesbusiness developmentcold outreachlead generationpipeline managementdeal progressiondata analysisnetworkingpresentation skillsrelationship building
Soft Skills
communication skillsinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillsproactive attitudepersuasivenessrapport buildingentrepreneurial mindsetadaptabilitycollaborationstrategic thinking