Business Development Representative

Nasdaq, Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Nasdaq, Inc. is seeking a Business Development Representative in London to generate qualified pipeline and drive new business growth across UK, Ireland, and South Africa.

You will engage banks, asset managers, insurers, and treasury organisations while leveraging AI-powered tools to prioritise accounts. The role requires a 2+ year track record in enterprise pipeline generation and strong communication skills; hybrid work with 3+ days in-office is available, with a focus on strategic outreach and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of experience in business development, sales development, or enterprise pipeline generation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to engage senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in CRM and sales engagement platforms such as Salesforce, LinkedIn Sales Navigator.

Responsibilities

• Own pipeline creation targets across the assigned territory to drive regional/global growth.
• Develop and execute account-based prospecting strategies within target financial institutions.
• Generate qualified opportunities through outbound prospecting, inbound leads, and event follow-up.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Partner teams, and Account Executives to progress pipeline.

Skills

Communication skills

Prospecting / pipeline creation

Relationship building

Research & qualification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

6sense

Cognism

Job description

## Business Development RepresentativeApply: United Kingdom - London: Full time: Posted Today: R0026848As a Business Development Representative reporting to Head of Global Busines Development, you'll play a critical role in generating qualified pipeline and driving new business growth across Nasdaq's Calypso business — engaging banks, capital markets firms, asset managers, insurance companies, and treasury organisations across the UK, Ireland, and South Africa. You'll thrive in this position if you're commercially curious, data-driven, and passionate about financial technology, and you bring a proactive, strategic approach to enterprise prospecting in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. ## **Key Responsibilities**• Own pipeline creation targets across the assigned territory, contributing directly to regional and global growth objectives.• Develop and execute account-based prospecting strategies to identify key stakeholders, business initiatives, and technology transformation opportunities within target financial institutions.• Generate qualified opportunities through outbound prospecting, inbound lead qualification, event follow-up, and collaboration with Marketing and Partner teams.• Leverage AI-powered sales tools and data platforms to improve account prioritisation, prospect research, and outreach personalisation.• Partner with Account Executives, Marketing, and Solution Consultants to execute coordinated account plans and drive pipeline progression. ## **Required Qualifications**• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience.• 2+ years of experience in business development, sales development, or enterprise pipeline generation.• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to engage senior stakeholders within financial institutions.• Proven ability to research, qualify, and develop opportunities within complex enterprise organisations.• Proficiency in CRM and sales engagement platforms such as Salesforce, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, or similar tools. ## **Preferred Qualifications**• Experience in financial technology, capital markets, treasury, risk management, or enterprise SaaS.• Familiarity with account-based marketing or selling strategies, and intelligence platforms such as 6sense or Cognism.• Experience leveraging generative AI and automation tools to improve research, personalisation, and prospect engagement. This position will be located in London and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates. ## **Benefits & Rewards**We offer a competitive, well-rounded rewards package designed to support the financial, physical, and emotional well-being of our employees and their families (where applicable). The actual pay depends on factors like your skills, experience, qualifications, and location. In addition to base pay, we offer short-term incentives (bonus or commission) and long-term incentives (equity), where applicable.We utilize a structured job architecture and career framework to ensure growth opportunities are transparent, fair, and accessible to all employees. The pay range you see reflects the full salary band for this job level, including room for progression over time. For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career Page.**Come as You Are**Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.