Manager, Sales Development (UK)

Attentive; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a dynamic Sales Development Manager to lead their UK team in London. This role is pivotal in shaping outbound strategies and driving international expansion. You will coach and develop a team of high-performing Sales Development Representatives, focusing on mid-market and enterprise segments. This is a high-impact opportunity to build a robust sales pipeline and cultivate the next generation of sales talent in a fast-paced environment. Join a team that values diversity and champions customer success, and contribute to a culture of action and ownership.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Sales Development or SaaS sales with top performance.
• At least 1 year of management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Sales Development Representatives to drive business results.
• Develop and optimize SDR processes for effective prospecting.

Skills

Sales Development

SaaS Sales

Coaching

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Gong.io

Outreach

Salesforce

Sales Navigator

Sendoso

Builtwith

Job description

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Attentive is the AI-powered mobile marketing platform transforming the way brands personalize consumer engagement. Attentive enables marketers to craft tailored journeys for every subscriber, driving higher recurring revenue and maximizing campaign performance. Activating real-time data from multiple channels and advanced AI, the platform personalizes content, tone, and timing to deliver 1:1 messages that truly resonate.

With a top-rated customer success team recognized on G2, Attentive partners with marketers to provide strategic guidance and optimize SMS and email campaigns. Trusted by leading global brands like Neiman Marcus, Samsung, Wayfair, and Dyson, Attentive ensures enterprise-grade compliance and deliverability, supporting trillions of interactions across more than 70 industries. To learn more or request a demo, visit www.attentive.com or follow us on LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), or Instagram.

Attentive's growth has been recognized by Deloitte's Fast 500, Linkedin's Top Startups and Forbes Cloud 100 all thanks to the hard work from our global employees!

Who we are

Attentive is seeking a Sales Development Manager to lead our UK-based team and play a pivotal role in driving our international expansion. As a key leader in our London office, you'll help define and execute the outbound strategy, partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, and Revenue Operations.

You'll coach and develop a team of ambitious and high-performing Sales Development Representatives focused on our mid-market and enterprise segment. This is a high-impact opportunity to build pipeline at scale, impact the development of next-generation sales talent, and allow us to scale effectively in a high-growth, high-speed organization as we expand into new markets.

What You'll Accomplish

1. Manage a team of high-performing Sales Development Representatives, equipping them with the resources, coaching, and support they need to drive strong business results.
2. Develop, maintain, and optimize SDR processes for outbound prospecting that will drive more revenue to the company and align with Attentive's go-to-market motion.
3. Leverage data and performance metrics to monitor team productivity, drive accountability, and continuously improve results.
4. Build and maintain relationships with cross-functional peers to drive business outcomes for Attentive.
5. Hire, onboard, and develop and retain top SDR talent, supporting career progression through individualized development plans.

Your Expertise

1. 3+ years of experience in Sales Development or SaaS sales, with a consistent track record of top performance.
2. At least 1 year of management experience.
3. Familiarity with Gong.io, Outreach, Salesforce, Sales Navigator, Sendoso, Builtwith.
4. Proven track record in creating, delivering, and training successfully with measurable results in fast-paced environments.
5. Strong ability to summarize and communicate complex ideas into curriculum with a strong sense of how sales professionals think, operate and absorb training.
6. Passion for coaching and educating others.
7. Strong process and analytical skills to identify inefficiencies and create improvements.

Attentive Company Values

Default to Action - Move swiftly and with purpose.

Be One Unstoppable Team - Rally as each other's champions.

Champion the Customer - Our success is defined by our customers' success.

Act Like an Owner - Take responsibility for Attentive's success.

Learn more about AWAKE, Attentive's collective of employee resource groups.

If you do not meet all the requirements listed here, we still encourage you to apply! No job description is perfect, and we may also have another opportunity that closely matches your skills and experience.

At Attentive, we know that our Company's strength lies in the diversity of our employees. Attentive is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities for all employees, applicants and covered individuals regardless of protected characteristics. We prioritize and maintain a fair, inclusive and equitable workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Attentive is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you need any assistance or reasonable accommodations, please let your recruiter know.