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Sales Development Representative

Interdependence · Remote

Lead Generation / TelesalesRemoteImported listingfull-timeabout 6 hours ago

About The Role

<p><strong>WHO WE ARE</strong></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">The PR industry hasn't really changed in fifty years. Relationships, lunches, luck, and a clip report at the end of the month.  </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Interdependence is rebuilding it from the ground up. Interviewed, our proprietary platform, analyzes 300,000+ stories every day across a network of 250,000 journalists. We turn earned media into something measurable, repeatable, and worth paying for, and apply the same data and discipline across paid, social, content, and brand. Integrated marketing run by one team, on one system, accountable to one result.  </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Forbes named us one of America's Best PR Agencies. Our 100+ person team works with brands, CMOs, founders, and entrepreneurs across consumer, healthcare, tech, B2B, travel and entertainment.  </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">We move fast. The best argument wins. We hire for sharp thinking, real craft, and ownership from day one. If you want comfortable, this isn't the place. If you want to win, build with us.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<p><strong>THE ROLE</strong></p>
<p><span class="TextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0">We're</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0"> looking for a driven Sales Development Representative to help </span></span><strong><span class="TextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0">manage</span></span></strong><span class="TextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0"><strong> </strong>Interdependence's growth engine. </span></span><strong><span class="TextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0">This is a 100% inbound role. There is no cold calling or cold outreach. Prospective clients come to us, and </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0">you'll</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0"> own a large, fast-moving pipeline of inbound leads from first response through a qualified, well-prepared meeting with our business development team.</span></span></strong><span class="TextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"> <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0">You'll</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0"> be the first touchpoint for prospective clients, </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0"><strong>and we need someone who is highly organized, highly proactive, thoughtful, and strategic in every interaction. </strong></span><strong><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0">Above all, we're</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0"> looking for a learning machine: someone who absorbs new industries, new businesses, and new challenges quickly and gets sharper with every conversation.</span></strong></span><span class="TextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW199145935 BCX0"><strong> </strong>This is a high-visibility role for someone who wants to learn the fundamentals of agency new business and grow into a closing or account leadership role over time.</span></span><span class="EOP Selected SCXW199145935 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
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<p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Respond promptly and thoughtfully to every inbound lead generated through marketing campaigns, referrals, website inquiries, and events</span></strong> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Research each inbound prospect before first contact (company, industry, recent news, key decision-makers) so every conversation starts informed</span></strong> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Conduct discovery conversations to understand a prospect's communications challenges and determine fit for Interdependence's services </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Schedule qualified introductory meetings for senior business development leadership, <strong><span data-contrast="auto">with a concise brief on each prospect's needs, context, and fit so leadership walks in prepared</span></strong> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Manage and maintain an organized, accurate pipeline in our CRM, tracking <strong><span data-contrast="auto">every lead,</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> conversation, and next step </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">so nothing slips through the cracks</span></strong> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Proactively follow up with and nurture leads that aren't ready yet, keeping momentum without being pushy</span></strong> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Meet or exceed monthly <strong><span data-contrast="auto">response-time, qualification,</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> and meeting-booked targets</span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Partner with marketing <strong><span data-contrast="auto">to share feedback on lead quality, lead sources, and messaging so we can sharpen what attracts the right clients</span></strong> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Be a learning machine:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> stay current on strategic communications and marketing industry trends, </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">and build working knowledge of the industries our prospects come from,</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> so you can speak credibly to their challenges and opportunities</span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Participate in weekly pipeline reviews, sharing insights on lead quality, objections, and conversion trends, <strong><span data-contrast="auto">and bringing ideas, not just updates</span></strong> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Represent Interdependence professionally in every prospect interaction, serving as an extension of our brand and values<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">3+ years of experience in a sales development, business development, </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">inbound lead management, or client-facing</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> role (agency, SaaS, or professional services background a plus)</span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1">Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Exceptional organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage a high volume of leads at once without dropping any</span></strong> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Proactive and strategic: you anticipate next steps, spot patterns, and act before being asked</span></strong> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Intensely curious and a fast learner, eager to understand new industries, business models, and how communications drives business outcomes</span></strong> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1">Self-motivated, with the ability to independently manage a busy pipeline </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1">Experience with CRM tools (Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar) preferred </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1">A growth mindset and strong work ethic: someone who's coachable, competitive, and eager to develop<span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">PREFERRED</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559685":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="20" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, or a related field</span> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="20" data-aria-level="1">Familiarity with research tools (LinkedIn Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, or similar) <strong><span data-contrast="auto">to quickly get smart on inbound prospects</span></strong> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="20" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Understanding of public relations, strategic communications, or marketing is a bonus, though not required</span></strong> </li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559683":0,"335559684":-2,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="20" data-aria-level="1">Track record of exceeding <strong><span data-contrast="auto">lead conversion,</span></strong> <strong><span data-contrast="auto">response-time,</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> or meeting-booked targets</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":0}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING AT INTERDEPENDENCE </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">🏡 </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">100% Remote, Forever -</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Work from anywhere in the world while you enjoy the flexibility of your fully remote workplace. Skip the annoying commute, create a workspace that works for you, and collaborate with teammates across the country, all without sacrificing connection or career growth.  </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">🩺 </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Comprehensive Health Benefits - </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">Choose from three Anthem Blue Cross PPO medical plans, plus dental and vision coverage to support your health and well-being.  </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">💰</span><strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Retirement Savings -</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Save for the future with our 401(k) program, including a company match that is increasing further to 3% in 2027.  </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">🌴</span><strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Work-Life Balance -</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Enjoy paid vacation, sick time, 11 company holidays, a floating holiday, and Summer Fridays to recharge and spend more time doing what you love.  </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">👶 </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Paid Parental Leave -</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> We support growing families with paid parental leave, giving new parents dedicated time to recover, bond with their baby, and return to work with confidence.  </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">📈 </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Career Growth </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">- As one of the nation's fastest-growing strategic integrated marketing and communications firms, we're committed to helping ambitious people like you grow. Take on meaningful challenges, develop new skills, lead from every level, and build a career with meaningful real impact.  </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">🌟 </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Supportive, Collaborative Culture </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">- We set high standards, celebrate big wins, and work together to achieve exceptional results. You'll join a team that's collaborative, entrepreneurial, and committed to helping one another succeed.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>

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