Business Development Representative (BDR) / Sales Development Representative (SDR)

Financial Business Intelligence | Subscription Sales

Central London (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days remote)

£35,000 Base + Uncapped Commission (OTE £45,000+) + Excellent Benefits

Are you an ambitious BDR / SDR looking to accelerate your sales career in a high-growth, globally recognised business intelligence company?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading financial data, news and insights provider serving professionals across the global banking and investment community.

With a clear progression path into a Business Development Manager role within 6–12 months, this role offers the chance to develop your sales career in a high-performing, supportive sales environment.

About the Company

Our client is a leading global provider of financial news, data, and business intelligence to the banking, investment, and financial services sectors.

Their subscription-based platform helps investment professionals stay informed, identify opportunities, and build stronger networks across global markets.

With offices in major international cities and a highly collaborative global team, the business continues to experience strong growth and expansion.

Due to this success, they are now looking to hire a Business Development Representative to join their London-based sales team.

The Role

As a Business Development Representative (BDR), you will play a key role in supporting the sales team by identifying opportunities within existing accounts and generating new business opportunities.

You’ll work closely with Account Developers, Sales Executives, and Client Engagement teams across EMEA, APAC, and the US to build pipeline and drive subscription growth.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys researching accounts, building relationships, and engaging with senior professionals within large organisations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct targeted account research and mapping to identify new opportunities
• Generate qualified leads and sales opportunities through outreach and prospecting
• Build relationships with key decision makers across financial institutions
• Support cross-sell and upsell initiatives within existing client accounts
• Collaborate with international sales teams to develop strategic opportunities
• Manage outreach activity and prospect engagement across email, phone and LinkedIn
• Consistently achieve lead generation and pipeline targets

What’s On Offer

• £35,000 base salary
• Uncapped commission (OTE £45,000+)
• Clear promotion path to Business Development Manager within 6–12 months
• Hybrid working (Central London office)
• Company pension scheme
• Subsidised private healthcare
• Life assurance
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Ongoing sales training and career development
• A supportive, high-performing team culture
• Regular team socials and company events

Skills & Experience

We’re looking for ambitious individuals who want to build a long-term career in B2B sales within the financial information sector.

Ideal candidates will have:

• 6–12 months+ experience in BDR / SDR / telesales / business development
• OR experience in recruitment, delegate sales, sponsorship sales, advertising sales, or estate agency
• A strong track record of hitting or exceeding sales targets
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• A proactive, driven and goal-oriented mindset
• A degree in Economics or a strong interest in business and financial markets (essential)

Ready to take the next step?

Apply now or send your CV to us for more details.

ABR Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role and specialises in placing candidates into permanent positions within Media / Digital, Technology / SAAS, Market Research, Events & Business Information.

Due to high volumes of applicants, we regret that we can only contact those who are invited to interview. Should you not have heard from us within 2 weeks you may assume you have not been successful at this time, but we thank you for your time and interest in the role.