Now Hiring - Bluegrass Lending Group - Entry-Level Business Development Specialist – Training Provided in Louisville, KY

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About the Role This role is designed for recent graduates, early-career professionals, and commission-based sales reps who want real-world business experience, structured sales training, and performance-based earning potential. Bluegrass Lending Group helps small businesses access the capital they need to grow. No finance experience is required - we provide training, mentorship, and qualified leads. This position is a strong fit for candidates at the beginning of their career or for sales professionals coming from commission-based environments (solar, insurance, mortgage, merchant services, etc.) who want to grow in B2B sales with better training and deal flow. If you're competitive, coachable, and motivated by performance, this role offers a fast-paced career path with uncapped upside. What You 'll Do * Connect with small business owners using qualified inbound and outbound leads * Ask discovery questions to understand a business's funding goals * Guide clients through documentation and pre-approval steps * Present and explain business financing solutions clearly and professionally * Track outreach and progress toward daily and weekly activity goals * Receive ongoing coaching to improve communication, confidence, and results What You 'll Learn * Core sales fundamentals: prospecting, discovery, objection handling, and follow-up * How small business financing works (term loans, equipment financing, SBA options) * Professional communication with business owners and decision-makers * CRM tools, pipeline management, and performance tracking * How performance-based compensation works in real-world business environments Who This Role is For * Entry-level or early-career candidates (0 -8 years of experience) * Recent college graduates, soon-to-be graduates, or career starters * Sales professionals with experience in solar, insurance, mortgage, merchant services, or other commission-based roles * Individuals with experience in retail, hospitality, athletics, internships, call centers, or customer-facing roles * Competitive, resilient, and motivated by measurable performance * Comfortable speaking on the phone and open to coaching and feedback * Strong work ethic and interest in long-term growth Compensation & Structure * Commission-only compensation with uncapped earning potential * Most representatives in earn $60,000 -$120,000 annually after 12 months. * 35% commission on closed deals * Performance-based bonuses (daily, weekly, and monthly) * Structured onboarding, training, and ongoing coaching * High performers earn significantly more as experience and consistency increase * Independent contractor (1099) position -- no base salary Why Candidates Choose Bluegrass Lending * Clear training and coaching for people new to sales * A competitive, team-based environment with leadership access * Real responsibility and income tied directly to effort and improvement * In-person role with mentorship; not remote, transactional work * Opportunity to build skills valuable in sales, business, and entrepreneurship Job Types: Full-time, Contract Projected Total Compensation: $60,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Application Question(s): * This role is commission-based with no base salary (1099). Are you comfortable starting in a performance-based role with a high upside and structured training? Experience: * Sales: 1 year (Preferred) Ability to Commute: * Louisville, KY 40202 (Required) Work Location: In person