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We’re hiring on behalf of an established, new client of ours, and this is your chance to be the first Sales Development Representative on the ground.
If you’ve already cut your teeth in business development and you’re ready to build something from the ground up, this role is for you.
SDR / Sales Development Rep - Career Development Global Leader. Hybrid
The Opportunity
You’ll be the driving force behind new business growth. Creating, qualifying, and developing high-value opportunities across multiple sectors.
Our client lives and breathes all things digital. They’re a full-service, Prolific North Top 50 Digital Agency boasting awards across several categories and spanning two locations in the UK with our 40-person strong team.
As a founding SDR, you’ll:
* Work directly with the Founding Partner – no layers, no red tape.
* Lead targeted outbound campaigns and convert inbound leads into qualified opportunities.
* Build relationships with senior decision-makers and position a proven, industry-leading solution that genuinely impacts clients.
* Shape the new business playbook and influence how sales is done from day one.
What They’re Looking For
You’re not a spray-and-pray prospector; you care about quality conversations and understanding the client’s world. You know how to:
* At least 1 year of experience in outbound sales.
* Research and find the right people in target accounts.
* Craft messaging that resonates, not annoys.
* Build trust, uncover pain points, and open doors to meaningful meetings.
* If you perform, there’s a clear path to build and lead your own team as growth continues.
Why Join
* A business with decades of credibility and exciting plans for expansion.
* Direct access to leadership and full visibility of your impact.
* The chance to shape a sales function from scratch.
* Career progression and genuine influence over growth strategy.
* Competitive base salary + uncapped commission + company perks.
Compensation
* Hybrid working – 3 days a week in the office.
* Industry – Media/Advertising.
Ready to be the one who builds it, not just joins it?
Apply now and let’s talk. lewis@tightknit.co.uk
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Sales and Business Development
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
Location
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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