Business Development Manager

Square is a company that builds technology to increase access to the global economy, and they are seeking a Business Development Manager to drive the sourcing and recruitment of independent sales consultants across the UK. This role is critical for building and scaling their field sales force through quality recruitment and involves managing the end-to-end recruitment process and developing creative sourcing strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Source and attract experienced independent sales consultants
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, aiming for 20 successful independent consultants per month, while prioritizing quality and speed
• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies to build a strong pipeline of qualified candidates
• Screen candidates for sales aptitude, entrepreneurial mindset, cultural fit, and alignment with Square's values
• Conduct initial interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate suitability
• Partner closely with Regional Sales Managers and Team Leaders to understand regional hiring needs and candidate profiles
• Align recruitment efforts with regional growth plans and business priorities
• Work with the Sales Enablement team to ensure smooth handover and onboarding of new consultants
• Provide regular updates on recruitment pipeline, progress against targets, and critical market insights
• Track and report on key recruitment metrics including pipeline volume, conversion rates, time-to-hire, and source effectiveness
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate data
• Continuously optimize recruitment processes to improve efficiency and candidate quality
• Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey
• Stay informed about the UK independent contractor market, competitive landscape, and recruitment trends
• Identify opportunities to strengthen Square's employer brand and attractiveness to independent sales professionals
• Represent Square professionally at recruitment events, job fairs, and networking activities
• Gather and share insights from candidates about market conditions and competitive dynamics

Requirements:

• 5+ years of dedicated recruitment experience with a strong track record in high-volume hiring
• Proven, direct experience recruiting independent contractors, auto-entrepreneurs, or freelance sales professionals
• Deep understanding of the UK auto-entrepreneur landscape and regulatory environment
• Experience managing full-cycle recruitment processes and building high-volume candidate pipelines
• Demonstrated ability to consistently meet or exceed aggressive recruitment targets in fast-paced environments
• Bachelor's degree preferred