Business Development Specialist

Department: Business Solutions Sales

Location: Midtown Manhattan, New York

If you’re eager to make a real impact, have guaranteed professional growth alongside a supportive team, and help business owners succeed, Rise Alliance offers the perfect environment to advance your career.

About Rise Alliance

Rise Alliance is a dynamic and fast-growing small business based in the heart of Manhattan. Our mission is to empower businesses by removing the burden of financial management, so they can focus on growth and success. Through customized financial solutions—including Strategic Business Consulting, Debt Restructuring, and connections to a robust network of Capital Partners—we've helped thousands of businesses overcome complex financial challenges with innovative, straightforward strategies.

Why Join Rise Alliance?

At Rise Alliance, career growth and earning potential are limitless. We foster a high-energy, results-driven culture where passionate professionals thrive.

Fast-paced, collaborative, and supportive team
Opportunities for professional development, learning, and advancement
Rewards high-performing work that makes a direct impact on communities & business success

About the Role: Business Development Specialist

Business Development Specialists connect real people to real solutions. You will be handpicked by leadership and trusted with a list of warm leads and nurture the relationships from initial call to closing.

You will connect with business owners nationwide, understand their unique challenges, and share our innovative financial solution service to help them overcome debt and achieve long-term success. You will be responsible for building and nurturing client relationships, meeting daily and monthly performance goals, and maximizing opportunities within your assigned portfolio.

Joining the Rise team as a Business Development Specialist provides you with the opportunity to learn from industry experts about our one-of-a-kind debt resolution services. Our senior team will train you on our offerings and how they relate to our robust client-base, with the expectation of proactive warm lead outreach where you are able to clearly explain Rise debt resolution services as they fit each prospective client’s needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage full sale cycle pipeline, following up on warms leads to closing.
Serve as a trusted advisor, offering empathetic, consultative guidance tailored to each client’s needs with empathy, professionalism, and transparency
Develop and maintain strong relationships with prospective clients and warm leads
Achieve daily metrics and monthly targets to drive personal and team success
Collaborate with internal teams to deliver seamless service and support
Uphold the company’s ethical and client-focused standards in all interactions

What You Bring:

At least 1 year of full time (post-grad) sales experience
A hunger for success, positive attitude, and eagerness to learn and grow
Excitement to join a dynamic, in-person team full-time
Driven by both personal and team success
Strong active listening skills and an empathetic, consultative approach
Excellent communication and interpersonal management skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
Self-starter mentality with a track record of personal and professional achievement
Experience with Excel and CRM systems is a plus
Bachelor’s or Associate Degree preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation:

$70,000 + Commission

Benefits:

Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
Gym Membership Contribution (Equinox Partner)
Fruit, Snacks, Coffee provided
Weekly team lunch catered on Fridays
Weekly company-sponsored social events

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
In-person at our Midtown Manhattan office

Join Us at Rise Alliance

If you are passionate about supporting business owners, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and are excited about opportunities for growth, we want to hear from you!

Rise Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.

Ready to build something extraordinary with us? Apply today!

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