Sales Development Representative Position Overview: Responsible for developing new business in an assigned region. This is done through building a pipeline of new prospects primarily by product demonstrations to increase sales of an organization's products and/or services. Position Description: DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop pipeline by building interest with new prospects and clients resulting from your own outbound research and activities including email, phone and/or social media Close new business accounts Work closely with marketing and sales teams to initiate the sales cycle with specific, targeted demand generation campaigns with prospects and current clients Learn and demonstrate a fundamental understanding of solutions and be able to clearly articulate the advantages over competitors Meet monthly quotas for overall activity, demonstrations set & conducted, and qualified opportunity dollars Contribute to every component of the critical functions associated with fulfilling the sales cycle (forecasting, reporting, customer database maintenance, communications, etc.) MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: · Experience: 1-2 years telemarketing or inside sales experience Bachelor’s degree Experience selling in the tech industry A proven track record of successful prospect engagement · Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and oral Ability to manage multiple relationships well Attention to detail with excellent organization skills Contagious positivity Effective time management skills · Computer/Technical: Proficient in Office 365 - Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Demonstrate ability to learn and understand basic office software applications WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal office environment Extending viewing of computer screens Some overnight travel may be required ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Spends time at a computer workstation and desk. Moves throughout department or other locations to access or exchange information. May involve carrying loads up to 50 lbs. and being able to remain in a stationary position. May involve lowering oneself to file, and reaching, twisting or turning. Involves handling office materials, typing, writing and other tasks that require manual dexterity. Continuous listening. Ability to communicate information. This job may require accommodating different bodily movements and physical abilities. VenturEd Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, committed to being a successful, caring and welcoming place for all employees. We want to create a supportive and inclusive environment where our employees can reach their full potential, without prejudice and discrimination. We are committed to a culture where respect and understanding is fostered, and the diversity of people's backgrounds and circumstances will be positively valued. We therefore treat everyone on the basis of their talent and cultural capability, and nothing else. VenturEd Solutions aims to achieve equality by removing any potential discrimination due to protected characteristics defined in the Equality Act 2010. Additional factors All persons hired will be to Verify their identity Provide proof of the right to live and work in the UK Complete and satisfy any pre-employment checks About Us: VenturEd Solutions UK comprises of market-leading education technology companies trusted by over 18,000 school establishments. Our family of products provide customers with tangible benefits by reducing costs, offering your staff more time to focus on their priorities and working alongside your leadership teams to achieve your strategic priorities. Our suite includes communications, payments, analytics, data integration solutions, and school website design. Home of Groupcall, Teachers2Parents, SchoolMoney, BehaviourWatch, SchoolPod, Parentapps, WisePay, Assembly, and Xporter. Why Work Here?: Full personal membership to our private healthcare, AXA PPP 25 days of holiday, plus the bank holidays Generous paid sick leave Enhanced paid parental leave Membership to our Death in Service Insurance scheme which provides 4x your salary to your loved ones Generous salary sacrifice pension scheme VenturEd Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, committed to being a successful, caring and welcoming place for all employees. We want to create a supportive and inclusive environment where our employees can reach their full potential, without prejudice and discrimination. We are committed to a culture where respect and understanding is fostered, and the diversity of people’s backgrounds and circumstances will be positively valued. We therefore treat everyone on the basis of their talent and cultural capability, and nothing else. VenturEd Solutions aims to achieve equality by removing any potential discrimination due to protected characteristics defined in the Equality Act 2010. Additional Factors: All persons hired will be required to Verify their identity Provide proof of the right to live and work in the UK Complete and satisfy any pre-employment checks