About Our Client
Our client is building the next-generation deal origination engine for private equity. They partner with top-tier private equity firms across the U.S. to source proprietary, off-market acquisition opportunities using a modern outbound approach powered by technology, automation, and disciplined process.
They are a fast-growing, founder-led firm with an elite, high-output team. Their mission is simple: consistently deliver high-quality deal flow to some of the strongest private equity buyers in the market. They are now looking for a driven Business Development Representative to help fuel their outbound engine and scale their impact.
This is an opportunity to join early, contribute meaningfully, and grow alongside a firm with ambitious long-term plans.
The BDR – Private Equity Deal Origination role is a phone-first outbound position focused on sourcing conversations with business owners across the U.S. and Canada.
You will support our Head of Business Development by generating outbound activity, booking qualified meetings, and, when appropriate, running first-round qualification calls with sellers. This role blends high-volume outreach with thoughtful, consultative conversations.
You will report directly to the Head of Business Development, with close involvement from the Founder.
Execute high-volume outbound calling (60–100 calls per day) to targeted business owners
Conduct informed dialing using researched lead lists
Book qualified meetings for the Head of Business Development
Run first-round qualification calls when sellers are available live
Set clear expectations and introduce our clients process to prospective sellers
Maintain accurate pipeline data and CRM records
Manage inbox follow-ups and response handling
Support inbound leads when applicable
Contribute ideas and improvements to outbound systems and workflows
First 30 Days
Fully onboarded and trained on our clients outreach process
Actively calling within two weeks
Comfortable with scripts, positioning, and objection handling
First 60 Days
Consistently booking qualified meetings
Demonstrating strong call quality and professionalism
Managing pipeline hygiene independently
First 90 Days
Contributing steady, reliable deal flow
Running first-round qualification calls with confidence
Becoming a core part of our clients outbound engine
We are looking for someone who brings:
Phone-first sales or outbound experience (BDR, SDR, deal sourcing, banking BD, relationship management, or similar)
Strong communication skills and a professional, consultative phone presence
Hunter mentality with a relationship-builder approach
Comfort speaking with both blue-collar business owners and senior executives
Startup mindset with the ability to adapt in evolving systems
High personal accountability and self-motivation
Tech comfort and willingness to learn new tools
Experience in private equity, M&A, deal origination, or financial services is ideal.
Remote role
Calling activity during U.S. business hours required
Administrative and pipeline work can be completed flexibly
Fast-paced, startup-style environment with direct access to leadership
This role includes a competitive base salary plus meaningful performance-based upside tied to closed transactions with uncapped earning potential for top performers.
High performers will have opportunities to expand responsibilities, increase earnings, and grow into more senior roles as our client scales. We are building a long-term platform and want ambitious people who want to grow with it.
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