Job Title: Outbound Sales Development Representative(SDR) Resident
Location: Chicago, IL
Employer: SV Academy + Saas company
Are you looking at breaking into the technical sales industry? Our program provides real-world experience to prepare you for a successful career.
This unique opportunity provides aspiring tech sales professionals with opportunity minus risk, tuition-free boot camp training, and extended support in your first 3 months on the job.
About SV Academy (
SV Academy is your fast track to a rewarding career in the tech industry. With personalized coaching and industry-aligned curriculum, we've helped over 5000 graduates from diverse backgrounds launch successful careers in sales and business development.
This is a unique opportunity to participate in our comprehensive BDR Residency. The Residency consists of a free two-week training period followed by a full-time W2, salaried+benefits, 12-week Residency with one of our Employer Partners. Residents will receive hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world experience to prepare them for a successful career in sales.
As an Associate Sales Development Representative (BDR), you will be critical in driving our growth by identifying and qualifying potential customers. You will help build a pipeline of qualified leads for our employer partner's sales team and be the first point of contact (POC) to engage prospects. This is an early-career position with significant growth opportunities for motivated individuals who are eager to start a career in sales
Key Role Responsibilities for your Residency:
Maintain a regular cadence of outbound calls and emails
Conduct discovery calls to qualify or disqualify leads
Effectively hand off qualified leads to an Account Executive
Become a product and industry expert
Consistently achieve monthly quota of qualified opportunities
How success will be measured in this role:
Activity
Open/reply rates on emails
Meetings Booked
Qualified Meetings Held
If the details below describe you, you could be a great fit for this role:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Experience in a customer facing position; sales, retail, service industry, recruiting,
customer support, etc.
Desire to work in a fast paced startup environment
Willingness to learn and be coached, ability to handle feedback
Ambitious, career-oriented
What We Offer:
Free 2-week training period followed by a full-time, 12-week Residency with one of our Employer Partners as a W2 Employee.
Hands-on training, mentorship, and guidance from industry experts and experienced sales professionals.
Opportunity to gain practical sales experience and develop valuable skills for a successful career in sales.
Access to networking events, career development workshops, and ongoing support from SV Academy.
Supportive Environment: Collaborative and supportive team culture.
Competitive Compensation: During the Residency and as an FTE (base salary with performance-based incentives).
Job Type: Full-Time Employment (FTE)
Compensation: Base Salary ($50K) + Commission ($20K)
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, Unlimited PTO, 401(k) policy managed by Empower
How to Apply: To be considered for the SDR Residency program, apply here for the fastest consideration. Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the interview process.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
SV Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
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