Hiring: Business Development Specialist Company: Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting Location: Austin, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 12:19:13 About the job Experience: •0-3 years of experience in an outreach-driven field such as sales, business development, sourcing, or client development, with a track record of hitting activity or performance targets. •3 years of experience in an outreach-driven field such as sales, business development, sourcing, or client development, with a track record of hitting activity or performance targets. Required Skills: •Research and identify prospective acquisition opportunities across targeted geographies and service lines. •Operate with a high level of outbound activity through cold calling, targeted email campaigns, and multi-touch outreach sequences. •Develop relationships with business owners, brokers, investment bankers, and other industry intermediaries within assigned markets. •Analyze prospective acquisition opportunities through conversations with business owners and intermediaries, assessing strategic fit, business fundamentals, growth profile, and alignment with Fortress’ acquisition strategy. •Maintain accurate CRM records, outreach tracking, follow-up cadence, and detailed call notes across active opportunities. •Organize and present opportunity-related data, call notes, and preliminary business information through clear CRM documentation, internal summaries, and presentation materials for investment team review. •Engage directly with founders and intermediaries, building trust while communicating Fortress’ partnership-oriented approach with professionalism and authenticity. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree and 0-3 years of experience in an outreach-driven field such as sales, business development, sourcing, or client development, with a track record of hitting activity or performance targets. Compensation: •We are partnering with a private equity firm focused on acquiring and growing lower-middle-market businesses Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!