Who We Are
Our employees consistently rate Grant Associates as a great place to work, and often recommend open positions to friends. We are a culturally diverse company with competitive benefits, frequent opportunities for growth and change, training and fun activities!
Innovation and a culture of continuous improvement are built into the fabric of our company. Staff have an opportunity to improve themselves and our company by joining our Fit Forward, Culture, Innovation, and Green teams.
Job Description- Business Development
- Build and maintain strong relationships with employers across various industries to identify job opportunities.
- Conduct business development meetings, cold calling, and outreach activities, including attending events or job fairs, canvassing, and networking to expand employer partnerships.
- Meet and exceed performance goals related to employer engagement, job placements, and client outcomes.
- Track account activity, job leads, and placement outcomes using Salesforce and Excel.
- Prepare reports and updates for leadership on account performance and client progress.
- Employer and Job Seeker Client Support
- Deeply understand and communicate employer specifications to ensure skills, competencies, and other requirements are clearly understood.
- Collaborate with career coaches and service teams to match job seekers to appropriate opportunities and provide feedback regarding candidate fit.
- Screen job seekers from diverse backgrounds for client employment opportunities to accurately assess their skills, goals, and barriers to employment.
- Maintain ongoing communication with employers and candidates throughout the hiring process.
- Support interview coordination, hiring events, and employer recruitment initiatives as needed.
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university or a minimum of five (3) years of experience conducting job development and placement activities
- 2-3 years experience in recruiting, sales, job development or account management a must
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven business environment
- Must have a positive outlook and get along well with others
- Strong presentation skills and the ability to motivate people
- Our companys official dress code is Business Professional appearance and attire
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Presentation Software, and CRM software
- Experience with Salesforce a plus
- Must be comfortable facilitating workshops with 10 - 30 people
- Results-oriented
We provide:
- Competitive wages for high performance
- 11 Paid Holidays
- PTO
- Tuition reimbursement
- Guided Professional Development Plans
- Summer Fridays
- Weekly Wellness Sessions
- Medical/Vision/ Dental
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Employer 401k Contributions
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Company Picnics Volunteer Experiences
- Access to Free Financial Counseling
- Innovation and a culture of continuous improvement are built into the fabric of our company. Staff have an opportunity to improve themselves and our company by joining our Fit Forward, Innovation and Green teams.
About Us:
Grant Associates is a national workforce development company that is passionate about raising the economic security for the people, businesses, and communities we serve. Since opening our doors in 1997, we have operated programs in cities large and small, partnering with communities to build the human side of economic development. As one of the largest workforce development organizations in North America, we have provided workforce development services to more than 50,000 companies and helped more than 1.2 million people achieve their career goals.
APM, including Equus Workforce Solutions, Ross Innovative Employment Solutions, Dynamic Workforce Solutions, DESI, AGELIC, and Grant Associates, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
APM is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or selection process, please contact [email protected].
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or at least three years of experience conducting job development and placement activities
- Two to three years of experience in recruiting, sales, job development, or account management
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven business environment
- Strong presentation skills and ability to motivate people
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, presentation software, and CRM software
- Experience with Salesforce
- Comfort facilitating workshops for 10 to 30 people
- Business professional appearance and attire
- Results-oriented approach
Equus Workforce Solutions Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Equus Workforce Solutions and has not been reviewed or approved by Equus Workforce Solutions.
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Flexible Benefits — Some roles offer flexible schedules, remote or hybrid work options, and mileage reimbursement. These elements provide practical flexibility that helps offset rigid aspects of core pay structures.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with employer match is included alongside life, AD&D, and disability coverage. These standard offerings create a basic foundation for long-term financial security.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Programs such as an Employee Assistance Program, tuition assistance, employee discounts, and daily‑pay options are available. These additions help round out total rewards beyond base pay.
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What We Do
Equus Workforce Solutions is a comprehensive provider of workforce development services in North America, helping job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers, while also working to advance economies and help communities thrive.
