Sales Development Representative

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Financial Times Full time
About Us

The Financial Times is a leading global news organisation that delivers high-quality information, news, and services to individuals and companies worldwide. Our mission is to provide independent and unbiased reporting, analysis, and commentary on global events, markets, and industries.

Job Purpose

The Sales Development Representative will play a critical role in identifying and creating new qualified sales opportunities for our sales team. This role will support all regions, including UKI, Global, APAC, Americas, and CEMEA, covering for any absences, shortfalls in SDR coverage, and helping manage capacity issues where needed.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Prospect and build a sales pipeline for the field sales team via outbound calling and email communication.
  • Source new sales opportunities through inbound lead follow-up.
  • Research and contact potential budget holders/decision-makers.
  • Pre-qualify leads and book appointments/call backs for the field sales team.
  • Assign qualified leads/opportunities to the field sales team for further development and closure.
  • Follow up with each field sales manager to gather feedback and agree on next steps.
  • Contact readers to gather testimonials and evidence to support sales proposals.
  • Act as a bridge between marketing and sales. Liaise with the marketing teams on campaign activity to generate leads and improve the quality of leads.
  • Record conversations with prospects on the CRM system for reporting purposes.
  • Weekly reporting, including successful calls made and challenges faced.
Requirements:
  • Articulate and tactful communication skills, particularly on the phone.
  • Proactivity and readiness to learn and develop an understanding of FT product offerings and value proposition.
  • Effective internet research skills.
  • Self-motivated and driven with a strong desire to succeed.
  • Organised and able to prioritise a busy workload in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work accurately, with strong attention to detail.
  • Display initiative in undertaking all aspects of the role.
  • Experience in lead nurturing, lead generation, and appointment setting.
  • Good team player with a willingness to collaborate.
  • Be a willing contributor to the department, offering ideas and suggestions.
What's in it for you?

The Financial Times offers a range of benefits to support the well-being and career development of our employees. These include generous annual leave allowances, flexible working, medical cover, enhanced parental packages, subsidised gym memberships, and Giving Back opportunities. We are committed to providing an inclusive working environment for all and welcome applications from diverse candidates.



  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sales Confidence Full time

    Sales Development Representative OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious Sales Development Representative to join our team at Sales Confidence. As a Sales Development Representative, you will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building relationships with key decision-makers, and driving revenue...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sales Confidence Full time

    Sales Development Representative OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious Sales Development Representative to join our team at Sales Confidence. As a Sales Development Representative, you will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building relationships with key decision-makers, and driving revenue...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sales Confidence Full time

    Job OpportunitySales Confidence is seeking a talented Sales Development Representative to join our team. As a Sales Development Representative, you will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.Key Responsibilities:Prospect and qualify potential customers through cold calling and email campaignsDevelop and execute sales...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sales Confidence Full time

    Job OpportunitySales Confidence is seeking a talented Sales Development Representative to join our team. As a Sales Development Representative, you will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.Key Responsibilities:Prospect and qualify potential customers through cold calling and email campaignsDevelop and execute sales...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Field Sales Solutions Full time

    Unlock Your Sales PotentialAre you a sales professional looking for a new challenge? Do you have a passion for building relationships and driving sales growth?As a Field Sales Solutions representative, you will have the opportunity to work with some of the largest clients in the industry, driving sales across major stores through best-in-class relationships....


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. Full time

    About the RoleWe're seeking a highly motivated Sales Development Representative to join our team at La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. As a key member of our sales team, you will play a crucial role in driving business growth and identifying new opportunities for our organization.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute lead generation strategies to...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. Full time

    About the RoleWe're seeking a highly motivated Sales Development Representative to join our team at La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. As a key member of our sales team, you will play a crucial role in driving business growth and identifying new opportunities for our organization.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute lead generation strategies to...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Field Sales Solutions Full time

    Field Sales Solutions is seeking a talented Grocery Sales Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our sales team, you will be responsible for driving sales in Grocery stores through building strong relationships with key decision makers.Key Responsibilities:Develop and execute sales strategies to increase brand visibility and availability in Grocery...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom CN Sales Recruitment LTD Full time

    Unlock Your Sales PotentialAre you passionate about sales and HR SaaS technology? We're seeking a driven Sales Development Representative to join our dynamic team and help fuel our revenue growth by identifying and qualifying potential customers.In this exciting role, you'll engage in a variety of tasks to support sales growth in the Financial Services...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom CN Sales Recruitment LTD Full time

    Unlock Your Sales PotentialAre you passionate about sales and HR SaaS technology? We're seeking a driven Sales Development Representative to join our dynamic team and help fuel our revenue growth by identifying and qualifying potential customers.In this exciting role, you'll engage in a variety of tasks to support sales growth in the Financial Services...

  • Sales Representative

    3 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Acosta Sales & Marketing Full time

    Are you a sales enthusiast looking for a new challenge? We are seeking a Sales Representative to join our team at Acosta Sales & Marketing. As a Sales Representative, you will be the face of our brand, forging unbreakable relationships with key decision makers in stores across your territory. You will maximise brand awareness, educate clients on new product...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. Full time

    About the RoleWe're seeking a highly motivated Sales Development Representative to join our team at La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. As a key member of our sales team, you will play a critical role in driving business growth and identifying new opportunities.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute lead generation strategies to support our sales...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. Full time

    About the RoleWe're seeking a highly motivated Sales Development Representative to join our team at La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. As a key member of our sales team, you will play a crucial role in driving business growth and identifying new opportunities for our organization.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute lead generation strategies to...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. Full time

    About the RoleWe're seeking a highly motivated Sales Development Representative to join our team at La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. As a key member of our sales team, you will play a critical role in driving business growth and identifying new opportunities.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute lead generation strategies to support our sales...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. Full time

    About the RoleWe're seeking a highly motivated Sales Development Representative to join our team at La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. As a key member of our sales team, you will play a critical role in driving business growth and identifying new opportunities for our organization.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute lead generation strategies to...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. Full time

    About the RoleWe're seeking a highly motivated Sales Development Representative to join our team at La Esperanza Child Development Center, LLC. As a key member of our sales team, you will play a critical role in driving business growth and identifying new opportunities for our organization.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute lead generation strategies to...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Acosta Sales & Marketing Full time

    Sales and Marketing Representative OpportunityAt Acosta Sales & Marketing, we are seeking a highly motivated and charismatic Sales and Marketing Representative to join our team. As a Sales and Marketing Representative, you will be responsible for promoting our products and services to customers in the London, Ontario area.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Acosta Sales & Marketing Full time

    Sales and Marketing Representative OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and charismatic Sales and Marketing Representative to join our team at Acosta Sales & Marketing. As a Sales and Marketing Representative, you will be responsible for promoting our products and services to customers in the London, Ontario area.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Acosta Sales & Marketing Full time

    Sales and Marketing Representative OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and charismatic Sales and Marketing Representative to join our team at Acosta Sales & Marketing. As a Sales and Marketing Representative, you will be responsible for promoting our products and services to customers in the London, Ontario area.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Acosta Sales & Marketing Full time

    Sales and Marketing Representative OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and charismatic Sales and Marketing Representative to join our team at Acosta Sales & Marketing. As a Sales and Marketing Representative, you will be responsible for promoting our products and services to customers in the London, Ontario area.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...