Business Development Representative

A-LIGN External; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity compliance provider in London is seeking a Business Development Representative (BDR). This role focuses on lead generation and client acquisition, requiring strong communication skills and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Ideal candidates are energetic, coachable, and thrive in fast-paced environments. The position offers a hybrid work model and a range of benefits including competitive commission and career coaching.

Benefits

Health Reimbursement Program

Group Pension Plan with Company Match

Competitive Commission Structure

Home Office Reimbursement

Certification Reimbursement

Personalized Career Coaching

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Office Closure December 25-January 1

Qualifications

• Active participation in university sales or related clubs.
• Basic understanding of sales cycle and techniques.
• Ability to build relationships with potential clients.

Responsibilities

• Hunt for new business opportunities to fuel the sales pipeline.
• Research and develop accounts for prospecting.
• Cold call and follow up.
• Communicate efficiently with potential clients.
• Uncover qualified new business opportunities.

Skills

Energy, enthusiasm, ambition

Interest in cybersecurity/compliance

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work individually and collaboratively

Outgoing personality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, or related field

Job description

London, United Kingdom – Remote/In-Office Hybrid

About the Role

The Business Development Representative (BDR) works independently and collaboratively to execute lead generation and client acquisition activities. In this role, you will be responsible for the execution of identifying and qualifying sales opportunities for A‑LIGN’s senior sales teams. As the BDR, you will provide exceptional prospecting and client‑focused strategies to help continued growth of our fast‑paced company.

Reports to

Business Development Manager

Pay Classification

Full‑Time, Exempt

Responsibilities

• Hunt for new business opportunities to fuel the sales pipeline
• Research and develop accounts for prospecting
• Cold call and follow up
• Communicate efficiently with potential clients
• Uncover qualified new business opportunities
• Adapt quickly to our fast‑paced, dynamic organization

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, or related field

EXPERIENCE

• Active participation in university sales or related clubs
• Basic understanding of sales cycle and techniques
• Ability to build relationships with potential clients
• Proficient in managing or overcoming objections

SKILLS

• Bring energy, enthusiasm and ambition to work
• Interest in cybersecurity/compliance
• Coachable and seeking ongoing professional growth
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work individually as well as collaboratively
• Outgoing personality and a team first attitude
• Health Reimbursement Program
• Group Pension Plan with Company Match
• Competitive Commission Structure
• Home Office Reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Personalized Career Coaching
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Office Closure December 25‑January 1

About A‑LIGN

A‑LIGN is the leading provider of high‑quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. Combining experienced auditors and audit management technology, A‑LIGN provides the widest breadth and depth of services including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and PCI. A‑LIGN is the number one issuer of SOC 2 and HITRUST and a top three FedRAMP assessor. To learn more, visit a‑lign.com

Come Work for A‑LIGN!

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A‑LIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.