Bilingual Business Development Associate at Universal… · Chicago

Summary: Universal Processing LLC (uP) is a minority-owned Fintech company dedicated to empowering small to medium-sized businesses. The Business Development Associate serves as the first point of contact for clients, engaging them in conversations about the business solutions offered and working to develop new business opportunities. Responsibilities: - Gather leads, conduct cold calls, and schedule appointments to develop new business - Engage conversations with small-to-medium-sized business owners by introducing products and services - Obtain business information such as business name, address, current marketing strategies, payment method, sales volume, and current pricing; inputting lead information into databases - Gather credit card processing statements for pricing analysis and to understand business financial situations - Follow up with potential clients to further engage business opportunities - Manage the business pipeline and develop a payment strategy for long-term success - Meet and exceed required sales targets Required Qualifications: - Must be authorized to work in the US at the time of hire. We are an E-Verify employer! - Bilingual proficiency in English AND Mandarin-Chinese OR Vietnamese OR Spanish is required; must be able to read and write - High school diploma or equivalent required - Strong communication skills, critical thinking, detail-oriented, and analytical abilities - Ability to be well-spoken and confidently connect with potential clients on the phone - Aptitude for learning and a drive to develop your negotiation and sales skills Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Business, Business Administration, Communications, Finance, or related field - Previous sales or customer service experience Required Skills: Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin-Chinese, Bilingual proficiency in Vietnamese, Bilingual proficiency in Spanish Benefits: Medical, vision, and dental coverage, Generous PTO, 401k, Generous bonuses