What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Development Representative position at SV Academy?
About SV Academy
SV Academy is your launchpad for a rewarding career in the tech industry. Through personalized coaching and an industry-aligned curriculum, weve helped over 5,000 graduates from diverse backgrounds break into sales and business development.
Nows your chance to join our comprehensive Business Development Representative (BDR) Residency Program. It starts with a free, two-week training period, followed by a full-time, W2 salaried position with benefits in a 12-week Residency at one of our Employer Partners. As a Resident, youll receive hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world experience to set you up for long-term success in sales.
About the BDR Role
Business Development Representatives (BDRs) play a crucial role in driving a companys sales growth. In this role, youll research potential customers, connect with decision-makers, and schedule meetings to fuel business expansion. If you enjoy problem-solving, strategic outreach, and relationship-building, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
What Youll Do
SV Academy is your launchpad for a rewarding career in the tech industry. Through personalized coaching and an industry-aligned curriculum, weve helped over 5,000 graduates from diverse backgrounds break into sales and business development.
Nows your chance to join our comprehensive Business Development Representative (BDR) Residency Program. It starts with a free, two-week training period, followed by a full-time, W2 salaried position with benefits in a 12-week Residency at one of our Employer Partners. As a Resident, youll receive hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world experience to set you up for long-term success in sales.
About the BDR Role
Business Development Representatives (BDRs) play a crucial role in driving a companys sales growth. In this role, youll research potential customers, connect with decision-makers, and schedule meetings to fuel business expansion. If you enjoy problem-solving, strategic outreach, and relationship-building, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
What Youll Do
- Represent a tech companys products and services, clearly communicating their value to potential customers.
- Identify new business opportunities through phone, email, and social media outreach.
- Schedule meetings between potential clients and Account Executives.
- Meet and exceed monthly targets for scheduled meetings, completed meetings, and qualified opportunities.
- Gain hands-on experience with prospecting techniques, CRM tools, sales methodologies, and playbooksall while earning a Sales Certification.
- Coachable: Open to feedback and eager to learn.
- Resilient: Thrives in challenging situations and demonstrates grit.
- Motivated: Passionate about a sales career and driven to succeed.
- Collaborative: A team player who can also work independently.
- Personable: Brings energy, enthusiasm, and strong communication skills.
- Humble Self-Aware: Can troubleshoot independently but knows when to ask for help.
- Full-time availability.
- A solid understanding of the SDR role and how your skills align with it.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Goal-oriented with a passion for exceeding quotas.
