The Sales Development Representative will drive early sales processes, identify business opportunities, and engage decision-makers to schedule calls, focusing on lead generation and CRM management.
This is a remote position.
Our client is looking for a Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join their growing team and take ownership of the early stages of the sales process. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys connecting with decision-makers, and is motivated by achieving measurable results.
They operate within the fintech space, having built a strong presence by simplifying global payments for remote teams and scaling rapidly in recent years.
As the first point of contact for potential clients, the SDR will play a key role in identifying opportunities, initiating conversations, and driving qualified leads into the sales pipeline. This position requires a proactive mindset, resilience, and the ability to communicate value clearly and confidently.
- Develop a strong understanding of their services to communicate value effectively
- Identify and research potential business opportunities
- Execute outbound prospecting strategies, primarily through LinkedIn
- Qualify leads based on defined ideal customer profiles
- Engage decision-makers and guide them toward scheduling calls with the sales team
- Maintain and update CRM records to ensure pipeline accuracy
- Consistently meet or exceed outreach and meeting targets
Requirements
- Strong prospecting mindset with the ability to independently find and validate leads
- Creative problem-solving approach to achieving outreach goals
- High resilience and ability to handle rejection while staying focused
- Confidence in communicating with business owners and senior stakeholders
- Self-driven with the ability to work autonomously
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Upper-intermediate level of English
- Previous experience in SDR, lead generation, or outbound sales roles
- Exposure to high-growth or startup environments
- Familiarity with industries such as fintech or HR tech is a plus
- Experience using CRM systems and sales tools (e.g., Apollo.io, GetSales)
Benefits
- Full-time, 100% remote position
- Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses
- Collaborative and growth-focused work environment
- English lessons with a professional instructor from day one
- Access to a company-sponsored learning library
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