Job Description

Job Title:

Business Development Representative

Location:

Greater Toronto Area, ON (Hybrid Options Available)

Company:

Talent Advantage Inc.

Website:

www.talentadvantage.ca

About Talent Advantage

At

Talent Advantage

, we help growing companies gain a competitive edge through strategic talent acquisition. Our boutique recruitment firm partners with startups, scale-ups, and SMEs across Canada and the U.S., delivering high-impact hires that drive business success. We pride ourselves on being relationship-driven, insight-led, and focused on long-term client partnerships.

About the Role

We're looking for a driven and personable

Business Development Representative (BDR)

to help expand our client base and grow our presence in key markets. You'll play a critical role in identifying new business opportunities, engaging with decision-makers, and nurturing early-stage relationships with potential clients.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, consultative environment and is excited by the opportunity to work directly with founders, executives, and hiring managers.

Responsibilities

Proactively research and identify new business opportunities in target industries (e.g., tech, professional services, clean energy, etc.) Generate leads through outbound prospecting (email, LinkedIn, cold calls, referrals) Qualify and engage prospects to understand their hiring needs and challenges Set up introductory meetings for senior team members or manage early sales conversations independently Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective clients in HubSpot (or similar CRM) Collaborate with recruiters and account managers to align outreach with market demand Provide input on sales strategy, campaign ideas, and value propositions Represent the Talent Advantage brand with professionalism, credibility, and a people-first approach

Requirements

1-3 years of experience in business development, sales, or lead generation (preferably B2B or agency side) Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) Confident and comfortable initiating conversations with senior decision-makers Highly organized with strong follow-up and time management skills Familiarity with CRMs, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and email automation tools Interest in recruiting, HR tech, or the startup ecosystem is a strong asset Self-motivated, coachable, and eager to grow within the company

What We Offer

Competitive base salary + commission Flexible work environment (remote/hybrid) Opportunity to grow into a full-cycle sales or client success role Supportive and collaborative team culture Work directly with a founder-led team that values transparency and impact

Ready to help fast-growing companies find the talent they need to thrive?

Apply now at careers@talentadvantage.ca with your resume and a brief note about why you're interested in joining Talent Advantage.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34,400.00-$40,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Commission pay
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-04