Associate- Sales Development Representative

About Bridgeway Partners

Headquartered in Cleveland, OH, Bridgeway is a professional search and advisory firm. Bridgeway was named Start-Up of the Year in 2005 by the largest recruiting affiliation in the U.S. and is now entering its third growth phase to serve clients nationwide. We’ve refined a performance-driven hiring model that delivers consistent results. At the core of our success are values we live every day—not ideals, but standards that define how we work.

We treat work as our arena, where we suit up to compete, grow, and win. We pursue excellence over ease, outcomes over effort, and growth over comfort. We bring a competitive edge, hold ourselves to extreme accountability, and raise the bar as a team.

This is Bridgeway—where better is the baseline, and results are the proof.

Position Overview:

The Associate role is designed for a driven and ambitious individual looking to grow their sales and recruiting experience. As an Associate at Bridgeway Partners, you will play a critical role in the growth of our business through candidate placements and business development initiatives.

This position will support one of our established industry practices: Tax, Banking, Construction, or Life Sciences.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong sales and business development skills – ability to identify opportunities and build client relationships.
• Project management expertise – capable of overseeing recruitment efforts from start to finish.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills – able to articulate value propositions and close deals.
• Strategic mindset – able to assess client needs and align solutions effectively.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented – skilled at managing multiple hiring projects simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development: Identify and engage companies with strategic hiring needs in your assigned territory.
• Sourcing & Outreach: Conduct outbound prospecting activities, including cold calls, emails, and social media outreach, to identify and qualify new business opportunities.
• Client Partnership: Build strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their needs and present well-matched candidates.
• Candidate Assessment: Evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit through in-depth conversations and assessments.
• Collaborate closely with senior management to schedule meetings and ensure smooth handoffs of qualified leads.
• Participate in weekly team meetings and training sessions to continuously improve skills and stay up-to-date on industry trends.
• Build and maintain relationships with hiring managers, executives, and HR professionals.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package- Base Salary + Bonus
• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Commissions: Paid monthly, offering additional earning potential from day one.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship to help you develop a successful career in sales and recruitment.
• Opportunity for career advancement within a growing firm.
• A supportive, collaborative team environment.
• Following the completion of training and demonstrated proficiency in the role, employees are eligible for a flexible hybrid work schedule of 1 day per week at home.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Self-motivated, with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Comfortable with cold calling and outreach.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals.
• Familiarity with CRM software is a plus but not required.

Bridgeway Partners is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We look forward to meeting you!