Business Development Representative

CFRA Research; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Job description

Business Development Representative

Department: Sales

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London, UK

Description

Note: This position is Hybrid, candidates should be based in the Greater London, UK area.

Would you like to learn the art of selling by working closely in a team environment with a small group of seasoned sales leaders on our London team?

Are you looking for an opportunity to create a valuable network by working with the front office at the most prestigious hedge funds and asset managers across Europe?

If you have the tenacity, grit, and curiosity to work in a high-energy, results-oriented team, then we would like to speak with you.

CFRA is one of the best known global independent research providers. We provide clients with short selling and risk mitigation ideas. Our team of specialized analysts comb through financial statements to identify forensic accounting concerns. Our work has led to a high rate of strong market calls and is especially appreciated by our clients in the current rising interest rate environment. We are searching for a high energy and intellectually curious rising star to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

We invest a great deal of effort in onboarding and training our BDRs, for this position is critical to our growth. Our BDRs are often the first point of contact for prospective customers. Over time, they have the opportunity to become our future salespeople.

In this role, you would identify new CFRA clients by proactively researching firms, determining the “hook” to create interest, and then targeting contacts using a combination of technology, phone calls, and social media.

• Work closely with the London sales team to help achieve revenue targets
• Develop and lead prospecting campaigns
• Participate in client meetings to demonstrate CFRA’s products and services
• Work with our Head of Sales in London on special projects to increase our overall sales efficiency.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 1-3 years of professional experience in the financial or information services industry
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced sales environment
• Engaging communicator
• Persistent determination, with a desire to grow professionally
• Interest in financial markets, investment research and analysis
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to work well independently as well as part of a larger team
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel required
• Experience with Salesforce a plus
• Bachelor’s degree
• Ability to work in-office 10 days a month

Benefits

• Sick Days
• PTO
• Holiday Pay
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Competitive Pay
• Performance Bonus
• Pension