Sales Development Representative (EMEA)

O'Reilly Media; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational technology company is seeking a Sales Development Representative in the United Kingdom. This fully remote role focuses on identifying potential customers and connecting them with innovative learning solutions. Ideal candidates have a background in sales, excellent communication skills, and experience in outbound prospecting. Join a dynamic team to foster growth and innovation through high-quality education.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of sales development or related experience (B2B).
• Experience prospecting within mid-market and enterprise accounts.
• Confidence in outbound multi-channel prospecting.

Responsibilities

• Perform personalized account research to identify prospects.
• Craft strategic outbound messaging across various channels.
• Partner with Account Executives to build qualified pipeline.

Skills

Sales development experience

Outbound multi-channel prospecting

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Tools

Salesforce

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Sales Engagement Platform

Gong

Job description

About O’Reilly Media

O’Reilly’s mission is to change the world by sharing the knowledge of innovators. For over 45 years, we’ve inspired companies and individuals to do new things—and do things better—by providing them with the skills and understanding that’s necessary for success.

At the heart of our business is a unique network of experts and innovators who share their knowledge through us. O’Reilly Learning offers exclusive live training, interactive learning, a certification experience, books, videos, and more, making it easier for our customers to develop the expertise they need to get ahead. And our books have been heralded for decades as the definitive place to learn about the technologies that are shaping the future. Everything we do is to help professionals from a variety of fields learn best practices and discover emerging trends that will shape the future of the tech industry.

Our customers are hungry to build the innovations that propel the world forward. And we help you do just that.

Learn more: https://www.oreilly.com/about

Diversity

At O’Reilly, we believe that true innovation depends on hearing from, and listening to, people with a variety of perspectives. We want our whole organization to recognize, include, and encourage people of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, religions, sexual orientations, and professional roles.

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About the Team

Our Sales Development team plays a crucial role in driving new business growth within the O\'Reilly sales funnel. Using innovative tools and strategies, individuals are responsible for generating qualified leads by actively prospecting and reaching out to potential customers through various channels like cold calling, email, and social media. As the first point of contact, our dynamic team helps spread the knowledge of innovators, creating meaningful connections along the way.

We provide a structured training program that supports your professional growth, helping you sharpen your sales skills while working in an environment that values learning and development. As part of our long-term development program, you’ll build a strong foundation in sales and have clear pathways for advancing into more senior roles within the company. Our comprehensive onboarding program will equip you with consultative selling techniques and deep product knowledge, enabling you to make a meaningful impact right away.

About the Role

As a Sales Development Representative (SDR) supporting the United Kingdom (UK) region and other regions like United Arab Emirates (UAE), Kuwait, and Qatar, in a fully remote capacity, you’ll play a key role in driving our business growth by identifying potential customers, understanding their needs, and introducing them to O’Reilly’s innovative learning solutions. Your work will empower businesses and individuals to achieve their learning and professional goals.

If you’re passionate about sales, love building relationships, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role offers an exciting path for long-term success. With access to cutting-edge tools, data-driven strategies, and expert mentorship, you\'ll be equipped to build and manage a high-performing sales pipeline. By connecting customers to O’Reilly’s world-class learning platform, you\'ll help them fuel growth, innovation, and success through high-quality education.

What You’ll Do

• Perform personalized account and contact research to identify relevant, high-value prospects
• Craft strategic and compelling outbound messaging across email, phone, and LinkedIn outreach
• Partner with Account Executives to build qualified pipeline and move opportunities through early funnel stages
• Continuously test outreach messaging, templates, and sequences to improve conversion rates. Share best practices with team members and contribute to our culture of experimentation and growth

What You’ll Have

Required:

• 1+ year of sales development or related experience (B2B)
• Experience prospecting within mid-market and enterprise accounts
• Confidence in outbound multi-channel prospecting: phone, email, and social, no fear of picking up the phone
• Entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• A passion for learning and curiosity that aligns with O’Reilly’s values
• Location Requirement: Candidates must currently live in the United Kingdom (UK).

Preferred:

• Experience with Salesforce, Linkedin Sales Navigator, Sales Engagement Platform, Gong
• Familiarity with an E-Learning platform is a plus

Additional Information: At this time, O\'Reilly Media Inc. is not able to provide visa sponsorship or provide any immigration support.