Sales Associate (1 Year of Experience) – (Washington DC, Office Based)

Informa TechTarget; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Sales Associate to launch their career in the dynamic B2B technology sector. This role offers the chance to master the sales cycle, engage with key decision-makers, and contribute to client retention. You'll gain hands-on experience in business, media, and marketing while working alongside industry experts. With a supportive environment that values diversity and career growth, this opportunity is perfect for recent graduates eager to make an impact. Join a vibrant community and take the first step towards a rewarding sales career!

Benefits

Flexible Work Arrangements

Private Medical Coverage

Career Development Programs

Generous Leave

Wellness Support

Social and Community Events

Qualifications

• 1+ year in sales or business development experience preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Master the full sales cycle from outreach to closing.
• Identify and nurture leads to support client retention.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Relationship Management

Sales Skills

Active Listening

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Sales Associate (1 Year of Experience) – (Washington DC, Office Based)

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Do you want to develop your career and make an impact in the fast-growth, fast-moving B2B technology space?

At Informa TechTarget, you’ll collaborate and grow alongside some of the industry’s most respected experts. You’ll work with leading brands and be exposed to the “next big things”. You’ll apply your energy and intellect to helping clients be faster to market and faster to revenue.

We’re a vibrant community of world-class practitioners – over 2000 colleagues strong – with offices in 19 locations around the world. We’re traded on Nasdaq and part of Informa Plc, a global leader in business-to-business events, digital services, and academic research in the FTSE 100.

Informa TechTarget (Nasdaq: TTGT) informs, influences, and connects the world’s technology buyers and sellers, to accelerate growth from R&D to ROI.

With an unparalleled reach of over 220 targeted technology-specific websites and more than 50 million permissioned first-party audience members, Informa TechTarget has a deep understanding of technology markets.

We offer expert-led, data-driven, and digitally enabled services that deliver impact and measurable outcomes, including:

• Trusted industry information that informs investment
• Strategic intelligence and advice
• Advertising opportunities to grow reputation and thought leadership
• Custom content to engage and prompt action
• Demand generation to target and convert

Our organization is committed to sustainability, diversity, wellbeing, and ethical practices.

Visit informatechtarget.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Job Details

• The salary range for this role is $45,000 to $50,000, with additional commission (OTE: $75,000 to $85,000+).
• Posting expires on May 13th, 2025.
• Location: Downtown Washington, DC, office-based role.

About the Role

Launch your sales career as a Sales Associate at Industry Dive, an Informa TechTarget Business! This role involves:

• Mastering the full sales cycle from outreach to closing.
• Identifying and nurturing leads.
• Supporting client retention and renewals.
• Representing our brand in the marketplace.

What You Will Gain

• Ownership of your sales goals and business segment.
• Hands-on experience in business, media, sales, and marketing.
• Opportunities for career growth in digital and content marketing.

Candidate Profile

• Self-motivated with a desire to succeed.
• Excellent relationship-building skills.
• Eager to learn and explore marketing and sales.
• Interest in marketing and consumer behavior.
• Genuine interest in mastering sales.

Learning Opportunities

• Professional communication and negotiation skills.
• Managing the sales process end-to-end.
• Engaging with key decision-makers.
• Staying ahead in digital B2B marketing.

No prior experience required! Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year in sales or business development through any relevant role or activity.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Active listening and relationship management skills.
• Organized, adaptable, and goal-oriented.
• Comfortable engaging with senior decision-makers.
• Resilient and confident in objection handling.
• Based in or near downtown Washington, D.C., willing to work at least three days in the office.

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our benefits include flexible work arrangements, social and community events, career development programs, generous leave, private medical coverage, and wellness support.