Business Development Representative

FE fundinfo; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management technology firm in London is seeking a Business Development Representative to drive growth through proactive outreach and lead generation. You will engage with potential clients, schedule meetings for the sales team, and work closely with marketing. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a drive to succeed. This role offers competitive benefits including hybrid work options and career development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave with option to buy more

Enhanced parental leave benefits

Pension scheme

Sponsored learning and development

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym memberships

Bike to Work scheme

Eye care and flu jab services

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation skills required.
• Natural drive to overachieve is essential.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are needed.
• Proficiency in computers and CRM software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conducting calls to potential customers to sell products/services.
• Proactively generating leads and scheduling meetings.
• Delivering tailored sales pitches to different clients.
• Meeting and exceeding scheduling targets set by the BDR Director.
• Handling customer queries and objections effectively.
• Updating customer information in the CRM as required.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong negotiation skills

Resilience to handle rejection

Organizational skills

Proficiency with CRM software

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take on a dynamic role that will challenge and reward you? Join us as a Business Development Representative (BDR) and be at the forefront of our growth strategy, driving new business opportunities through proactive outreach.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to engage with potential clients, generate leads, and book meetings for our sales team. You’ll be part of a vibrant team, working closely with sales and marketing to achieve ambitious targets. This is your chance to grow your career, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that values your contributions.

Responsibilities

• Conducting calls to potential customers to promote and sell our products/services.
• Proactively generating leads, scheduling calls, and meetings.
• Delivering compelling sales pitches, tailoring messages to different clients.
• Consistently meeting and exceeding meeting scheduling targets and KPIs set by the BDR Director.
• Handling customer queries and objections with confidence, aiming to convert leads into qualified opportunities.
• Inputting and updating customer information in the CRM as required.

Qualifications

• You must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and persuade customers over the phone.
• You will have strong negotiation skills and the resilience to handle rejection.
• You should possess a natural drive to overachieve and find motivation despite setbacks.
• You need to have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• You will benefit from being proficient with computers and CRM software.

About FE fundinfo

FE fundinfo is a leading investment management technology and data company connecting asset managers to distributors in the UK, Europe and Asia Pacific. We are proud of our vast, diverse, and highly skilled team, who help to make our industry Better Connected and Better Informed.

At FE fundinfo, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment. We offer flexible hours, hybrid work options, and regular team events to ensure a healthy work-life balance. Our commitment to continuous learning means you’ll have access to various learning opportunities and career development programs.

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days each year.
• Benefit from enhanced paternity, maternity, and shared parental leave.
• Secure your future with our pension scheme.
• Advance your career with sponsored learning and development, including formal qualifications.
• Private medical insurance as employee wellbeing matters
• Stay fit with discounted gym memberships.
• Take advantage of the Bike to Work scheme for eco-friendly commuting.
• Keep your eyes sharp with eye care and flu jab services.

Apply now and we\'ll aim to get back to you with feedback within 5 working days.