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Business Development Associate
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Posted on: Oct 31, 2026
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Chicago, Illinois
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Onsite
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Full-time
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Job Title :
Business Development Associate
Job Type :
Full-Time
Job Location :
Chicago Illinois United States
Remote :
No
Job Description :
Job Description
Sales & Leadership Development Associate | Helion
\nHybrid – 1 day per week in the office
\n(Ideal for May 2026, August 2026, & December 2026 Graduates Ready to Start Their Career in Sales & Leadership)
\nAbout the Role:
\nAre you a highly competitive individual looking to launch a rewarding career in Sales & Leadership? This role is designed to give motivated, driven professionals a clear path to progress into a Account Manager position. You’ll gain hands-on client engagement, sales and leadership experience. This position will have training and requires no experience previously in sales.
\nAbout Us:
\nHelion is a dynamic, fast-growing company helping businesses achieve growth through consulting solutions. We foster a culture of performance, guided by our core values:
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- Peer to Peer > Top Down \n
- Grow Your Own \n
- Know Thy Client \n
- You Are What You Deliver \n
What You’ll Do:
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- Engage with clients and contractors to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions. \n
- Develop leadership skills and begin mentoring junior team members. \n
- Become an expert in manufacturing consulting. \n
- Build strong, lasting client relationships through effective communication. \n
What We’re Looking For:
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- Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field by December 2026. \n
- Strong communication and leadership aptitude. \n
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. \n
- Competitive spirit, initiative, and a desire to advance. \n
Why This Role Is Great for Recent Graduates:
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- Training and onboarding aligned with graduation timelines — start your career right after finishing school. \n
- Clear career path from entry level to Account Manager. \n
- Comprehensive training in sales, consulting, and leadership fundamentals. \n
- Supportive, growth-oriented company culture with mentorship and hands-on learning. \n
Compensation & Benefits:
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- $50,000 base salary with quarterly/yearly bonuses and weekly commissions. \n
- Yearly performance-based incentive trip for Business Development Managers. \n
- Internal advancement opportunities as you grow into leadership roles. \n
- Health, dental, and vision coverage. \n
- Comprehensive training and development support. \n
How to Apply:
\nIf you’re a recent or upcoming graduate ready to launch a high-impact career in sales and consulting, we’d love to connect.
\nApply here on LinkedIn, or send your resume to j.marilley@heliongrp.com.
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Position Details
Posted:
Oct 31, 2026
Reference Number:
20bb269432bb87cd
Employment:
Full-time
City:
Chicago
Job Origin:
ziprecruiter
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