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Job Title: Sales Development Representative, (12 month Contract)

Location: Holborn, London

Salary: £32k basic salary (+ robust commission structure)

Sector: Finance

Our client is a technology company in the global payments business. We connect consumers, financial institutions, merchants, governments, and businesses worldwide and enable them to use secure and convenient electronic forms of payment. As a critical link among financial institutions and millions of businesses, cardholders, and merchants worldwide, they provide services in more than 210 countries and territories.

Successful candidates will be working as Sales Development Representatives within their Corporate Solutions division. You'll target procurement and finance executives at a senior level, working closely with the wider sales and marketing teams to build a pipeline of qualified leads.

Sales Development Representative Responsibilities:

Drive Growth by Identifying High-Potential Clients: You'll be at the forefront of finding companies ready to revolutionise their payment processes.
Build Meaningful Relationships with Key Decision Makers: Engage in high-level conversations with top-tier procurement and finance executives that oversee corporate relationships.
Champion Innovative Solutions: Showcase how their cutting-edge technology can solve critical business challenges.
Contribute to a High-Performing Sales Team: Work closely with marketing, account executives and the Sales Manager to ensure a seamless qualification and hand-off of leads.Sales Development Representative Package:

£32k basic salary, with a robust commission structure taking your total earnings higher
Fantastic opportunity for rapid career advancement with a large multinational
Ongoing training and development
Excellent offices located in Holborn, central London
Team socials in a friendly, inclusive environment - you'll be joining as part of a new cohortSales Development Representative Requirements:

Educated to degree level in any discipline - ideally in a Business, Finance or related field
The ability to clearly articulate a value proposition
Creative and resourceful
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex payment solutions in a clear, persuasive and concise manner
Self-starter mentality - the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and take initiative when driving results
Analytical mindset, with the ability to understand and articulate the financial benefits of corporate payment solutions Pareto is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from all, irrespective of background or circumstance. Our consultants are happy to discuss any adjustments you require in support of your application

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