Business Development Representative, Meltwater
$56.3-75k
OTE
$40-53k
BASE
+ Monthly commission (subject to the terms of the applicable bonus plan). Earnings are dependent on individual sales performance
Online media monitoring software
Be an early applicant
Online media monitoring software
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$56.3-75k
OTE
$40-53k
BASE
+ Monthly commission (subject to the terms of the applicable bonus plan). Earnings are dependent on individual sales performance
1001+ employees
Company mission
To innovate, provide best-in-class service, and deliver sustainable growth through our technology and our people.
Role
Who you are
- A Bachelor's degree or higher is preferred for this role, so you can bring your academic prowess to the table
- Proven experience in outbound prospecting and lead generation
- Strong communication skills with the ability to conduct effective initial meetings and lead qualification
- Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to working with cross-functional teams
- Excellent organizational skills, including CRM management and accurate data tracking
- Ability to align with Marketing strategies and campaigns to optimize lead-generation efforts
- A keen interest in learning, adaptability, and resilience in a dynamic work environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Willingness to embrace the best of both worlds with our hybrid work schedule. This role requires you to be in the office 3 days a week
- The ability to legally work in the country of hire is required for this position
What the job involves
- Ready to dive into the world of Business Development? We're searching for someone like you to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping our growth strategy
- When you come aboard, you'll be leading proactive outbound prospecting, driving new leads and collaborating closely with our global BDR team. Your insights and efforts will be crucial in identifying and qualifying opportunities that propel our success forward
- At Meltwater, it's not just a job—it's a journey of personal and professional growth. You'll find yourself in an environment that nurtures your talents, fosters mentorship, and champions inclusive leadership. Rub elbows with seasoned sellers and strong leaders who are ready to guide you every step of the way
- Join us, and you'll be part of a diverse community that celebrates your unique contributions and empowers you to reach your full potential. Let's embark on this adventure together and make waves in the world of business development!
- Conduct proactive outreach to generate new leads, researching and evaluating prospective opportunities to position Meltwater's services effectively
- Run initial meetings to develop a comprehensive understanding of opportunities, prospect needs, and potential solutions
- Qualify leads based on prospects' current situation and pain points, ensuring alignment with our business objectives before passing them to the Customer Acquisition organization
- Collaborate closely with the marketing team to optimize lead generation strategies and align messaging with ongoing campaigns
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date prospecting data in the CRM system to ensure efficient tracking and reporting
- Proactively respond to inbound leads, engaging in initial discovery conversations and lead qualification
- Secure and schedule meetings and demos for the quota-carrying sales team, ensuring a seamless handover of qualified opportunities
- Monitor, track, and report on lead generation metrics to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement
- Provide regular updates and reports to key business stakeholders including the BDR Manager, contributing to the overall success of the business development function
Our take
Meltwater's software analyzes and provides insights on posts across all major social media platforms, blogs, and news sites, enabling companies to make more informed marketing and operational decisions.
Launched in Norway in 2001 and later moving its headquarters to San Francisco, Meltwater has become a leading player in the media monitoring industry. It is an industry that is expected to double in value as the volume of data grows, making it increasingly challenging to derive meaningful insights.
Over the past two decades, Meltwater's growth has been fueled by strategic acquisitions of complementary businesses, enhancing its technology stack. Since going public in early 2021, and with major clients like Google, Ogilvy, The Economist, and Santander, Meltwater is poised to expand its operations beyond the 150 countries it currently serves.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
3% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (2 rounds)
Dec 2023
$65m
GROWTH EQUITY VC
Mar 2019
$175m
GROWTH EQUITY VC
Total funding: $240m
Company benefits
- Enjoy flexible paid time off that allows you to have an enhanced work-life balance
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision options
- 401(k) matching, life insurance, commuter benefits, and parental leave plans
- Collaborative, transparent and fun loving office culture
Company HQ
Financial District, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
John Box
(CEO, Not Founder)A Meltwater veteran, they began as a Sales Manager in 2004. Climbed the ranks through roles as a Regional Managing Director, Global Sales Director, and EVP of Meltwater Social before becoming CEO in 2020.
Jørn Lyseggen
(Founder, Executive Chairman)Founded Meltwater in 2001, and led the company through growth and numerous acquisitions of other businesses before promoting John Box to CEO.
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