Job: Sales Development Representative
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK
Salary: £25,000 starting salary, with on-target earnings of £36,000 p.a
Job Type: Full-time, Office based – 4 Days per week
WFH: Option to work from home one day per week on a Friday
Are you an ambitious professional eager to make a significant impact in the thriving cybersecurity industry?
Joining our client, a leading cyber security SaaS company, you will find innovation and career growth go hand in hand. Since 2018, they have been at the forefront of enhancing organisational cyber defences, gaining recognition from Gartner and being named one of Yorkshire's 50 Most Exciting Companies.
As part of this dynamic team, you'll contribute to a company that values community and environmental sustainability. From local charity donations and tree planting initiatives to providing free cyber safety training for school pupils, our client is committed to making a positive impact beyond the workplace.
From day one, you'll find a nurturing and supportive environment that prioritises your professional development, offering structured training plans tailored to your strengths and ambitions. This is your chance to grow with a company that's not just leading the industry, but also shaping a safer digital future for all.
Why You'll Love Working Here
Our client offers more than just a job; they offer a thriving environment where your professional growth is nurtured. Here, you'll be part of a supportive and dynamic team, with the following benefits:
- Competitive Salary and Commission: £25,000 basic with the realistic potential to earn up to £36,000 per year.
- Career Development: Structured training plans tailored to your style and strengths with accelerated internal career progression opportunities.
- Company Culture: A friendly and nurturing work environment with supportive management.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy team socials, nights out, and the option to work from home on Fridays.
- Industry Impact: Be part of a rapidly growing tech company in the booming cyber security industry, mastering the art of B2B sales, people influence, and commercial deal-making.
Role Overview
As a Sales Development Representative, you will be a crucial player in our client's sales team, focusing on generating new business opportunities through phone-based prospecting, LinkedIn, and email. Your goal is to engage with IT/technology leadership and heads of information security to arrange demos of client's cutting-edge cybersecurity training software.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and engage new business opportunities via phone, LinkedIn, and email.
- Arrange and schedule demos of the cyber security training software with potential clients.
- Earn commission based on attended meetings and additional commission for closed deals from those meetings.
- Maintain and update customer relationship management (CRM) systems with client information and interactions.
- Collaborate with the sales team to achieve overall company sales targets.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills.
- Phone Manner: Good phone manner and interpersonal skills.
- Professional Experience: Experience working in a professional office environment.
- Ambition: An ambitious attitude to succeed and achieve career progression.
- Competitive Nature: A competitive nature sets you apart from others.
- Sales and Cyber Security Knowledge: Sales experience and cybersecurity knowledge are advantageous but not essential.
Why Start Your Career in Cyber Security?
Starting your career as a Sales Development Representative in the cyber security sector is a fantastic opportunity to enter a dynamic, high-demand field where your skills will be highly valued and continually developed. In this sector, you'll enjoy competitive salaries, job security, and the chance to learn and grow within a cutting-edge industry.
You'll play a crucial part in protecting organisations from cyber threats, making a real difference right from the start. If you're looking for a role that offers diverse opportunities, a supportive team, and the chance to have a meaningful impact, then this position is the perfect entry point into the exciting world of cyber security.
Join our client and embark on a career dedicated to safeguarding the digital world.
Apply Today
Apply now and become part of a team that's making a real difference in cyber security. If you have further questions, feel free to contact the recruitment team at Verus Recruitment on .
Verus Recruitment is dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all candidates. We act on behalf of our client and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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