Sales Development Representative

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The Sales Development Representative (SDR) position is responsible for generating qualified sales pipeline through outbound prospecting and lead qualification. This role focuses on identifying and engaging prospective customers and booking high-quality discovery meetings for Sales Consultants. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, comfort with high-volume outreach and the ability to stay organized and resilient in a target-driven environment. This is a great opportunity for someone hungry and looking to grow within a sales organisation, whilst helping expand access to paid parental leave and support for working families.

• Prospecting:
  Researching target accounts and identifying key decision-makers with defined ideal customer profiles (ICPs).
• Outreach:
  Conducting high-volume outbound calls, emails, and Linked In messages to engage prospective customers.
• Lead
  
  Qualification:
  
  Identifying prospect pain points and assessing fit for the product/service.
• Meeting Booking:
  Scheduling discovery calls and demos for Sales Consultants, ensuring accurate handoff and context.
• Pipeline Generation:
  Consistently meet or exceed monthly targets for meetings booked and qualified pipeline created.
• CRM Management:
  Logging activities and maintaining accurate records in Hub Spot.
• Collaboration:
  
  Working closely with marketing and Sales Consultants to align messaging, provide feedback on lead quality and refine outreach strategies.

• Communication:
  Excellent verbal, written, and active listening skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.
• Tech Savvy:
  Proficiency with CRM (Hub Spot), sales engagement tools and Linked In for prospecting.
• Resilience:
  Handling rejection and staying motivated and maintaining momentum in a high-activity role.
• Organization:
  Strong time management to meet targets.
• Business Acumen:
  Understanding sales cycles and market needs.
• Mindset:
  Self-starter, tenacious, goal-oriented, and eager to learn.
• Track Record:
  Proven ability to hit targets and exceed goals.
• Growth Potential: A desire to advance within a sales organization.
• Experience:
  
  1-3 years in sales, customer service, or business development.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree or higher Property & Casualty Insurance License preferred but not required.