Business Development Representative
1 year ago
Washington
Job Description Based in Washington, D.C., Quorum is a fast-growing software company and the leading provider of workflow tools and information services for government affairs professionals across the corporate, non-profit, association, and government markets. Quorum allows users to manage stakeholder engagement, launch grassroots advocacy campaigns, and track legislative activity at all levels of government, including international, federal, state and local. Quorum provides mission-critical solutions for public affairs professionals working with Congress, all 50 state legislatures, major U.S. cities, the European Union, and 30+ countries around the globe. Quorum serves over 2,000 customers globally including over 50% of the Fortune 100, and has over 350 team members across the globe. As a Business Development Representative, you will be at the forefront of our sales efforts, playing a key role in driving growth for our SaaS solutions. Your primary responsibility is to generate, qualify, and nurture leads, creating opportunities for the sales team to close new business. This role is ideal for an ambitious, results-driven individual passionate about technology, sales, and client engagement. What You'll Do • First Week: You'll learn the ins and outs of Quorum products and begin to familiarize yourself with common use cases. You'll receive training on sales skills that will set you up for success., • First Month: You'll learn how to research, identify, and contact prospects. You will learn how to leverage communication and research tools such as SalesLoft, ZoomInfo, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and Salesforce to design and execute lead generation campaigns via cold calling, email, and social media. You will schedule sales meetings with high-level decision makers in the public affairs industry., • First Six Months: You will think creatively to develop strategies around outreach and generating interest from prospects who need Quorum. You'll receive training and professional development to help you build the foundation for your career in business-to-business software sales., • You have experience working with enterprise level accounts., • You have a keen ability to build meaningful, collaborative relationships with prospects and your Quorum teammates., • You are enthusiastic about contacting a high volume of prospects by phone and email every day to initiate and schedule conversations for Quorum Account Executives., • You're a highly-motivated self-starter who is results-driven and wants to make valuable contributions to a growing team by hitting your monthly targets., • You are interested in and excited by the prospect of learning about B2B sales., • You want to make a big impact on the growth of the company., • You are an active listener with boundless curiosity and eagerness to learn., • You have excellent written and verbal communication skills., • You are a problem solver, have a keen ability to prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively., • You want to work in a fast-paced environment where you can form real friendships with other professionals and where you have a strong sense of belonging at a growing startup., • We're a close-knit team of innovative, hardworking, and optimistic people who value responsibility, productive discourse, and personal growth, • We work hard to deliberately develop our team members' careers. We are voracious learners and will be your mentors, confidantes, and supporters, • We are an AI-forward team—AI is built into how we work, think, and grow., • We are a remote-friendly team with flexible work options: work remotely or, if you're in the area, choose to visit our vibrant, sunlit space in our modern, open-concept office in Washington, D.C. Compensation Structure • Flexible Paid Time Off, • Paid Company holidays plus additional company-wide days off for team members to rest and recharge, • Four Day Weekends for President's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day, • Free Subscription to the Calm App, • Free Subscription to LinkedIn Learning to support professional development, • Invest in Yourself Days - one designated day per quarter is dedicated to your professional development!, • One-time Work from Home Stipend, • 401k match, • Choice of trans-inclusive medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options, • Virtual and in-person team events, • Bright sunlit open office concept with your own dedicated desk (if you want it), • Inclusion & Diversity Affinity Groups to support belonging In an effort to continue to build a diverse and inclusive work environment that advances pay equity, Quorum has implemented a "No Negotiation" policy for base salary for new hires for roles that are currently staffed by three or more team members. This means that candidates for the Business Development Representative role cannot negotiate Quorum's base salary offer. Here's our promise to you: • We will not ask you what you are currently earning., • We will consider years of relevant experience, relevant professional certifications/education, and performance expectations in setting what we believe is a competitive, fair base salary offer. Note: Quorum does not endorse or verify any of the information provided in the resources on the impact of negotiation on pay equity. We provide these resources simply to increase awareness of a topic we believe is important for both employers and candidates to consider. We comply with all requirements for US government federal contractors issued by the OFCCP, IFR, and the terms of our government contracts. EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled We are currently hiring for this position in the following states: AZ, DE, DC, FL, GA, IL, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MO, MT, NE, NJ, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, WV.