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This role is listed as a 6 month contract but has potential to turn into a full time permanent

We are seeking a high-performing, outbound-driven Business Development Representative to join our NA team, focused on enterprise prospecting and net-new pipeline creation. In this role, you'll leverage a multi-channel prospecting approach and collaborate closely with marketing and sales to uncover opportunities and grow pipeline. You'll also be supported by a growing suite of AI enabled tools.

As a BDR at Varicent, your primary mission is to create demand, not wait for it. You will own outbound prospecting into targeted enterprise accounts, leveraging a multi-channel approach across phone, email, social selling, and AI-enabled insights. You'll partner closely with Account Executives and Marketing to build pipeline and set the foundation for long-term revenue growth.
Qualified opportunities have an identified key influencer or decision-maker, identified business pains, and an appetite to address them, along with a next step, immediate or deferred.

What You'll Do:

• Own outbound prospecting efforts into large enterprise organizations, generating net-new pipeline through cold calls, cold emails, and social outreach
• Engage C-level executives and senior decision-makers in conversations centered on solving complex Sales Performance Management challenges
• Identify and prioritize high-value target accounts within your territory using data, intent signals, and AI-driven tools
• Research accounts deeply to uncover business pains, organizational structure, buying committees, and strategic initiatives
• Execute highly personalized, multi-touch outbound sequences that align Varicent's value proposition to each prospect's priorities
• Conduct discovery and qualification conversations, identifying pain, urgency, stakeholders, and next steps
• Qualify opportunities using frameworks such as MEDDICC, ensuring strong alignment before passing to Account Executives
• Collaborate closely with AEs to refine targeting strategies, messaging, and account plans
• Maintain accurate, detailed records in Salesforce and engagement platforms (e.g., Salesloft)
• Continuously analyze performance metrics (connect rates, response rates, meetings booked) and iterate on outbound tactics
• Contribute ideas to improve outbound campaigns, messaging, and prospecting processes

What You'll Bring:

• 1–2 years of experience in a BDR/SDR or SaaS sales role with a strong outbound focus, ideally targeting enterprise or Fortune 500 accounts
  
• Proficient with Salesforce and video conferencing tools like Zoom
  
• Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding outbound activity and meeting-booking KPIs
• Confidence and resilience when cold calling and engaging senior-level stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to personalize messaging at scale
• Experience using sales tools such as Salesforce, Salesloft, LinkedIn Sales Navigator and a curiosity for AI-enabled prospecting tools
• A proactive, self-starting mindset with a strong desire to learn about Sales Performance Management, Incentive Compensation and Sales Planning
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, metrics-driven, and collaborative environment
• Comfort adapting strategies quickly based on data and feedback

Bonus Qualifications:

• Exposure to MEDDICC or similar sales qualification frameworks
• Proven success partnering with marketing on outbound campaigns and account-based initiatives
• Previous experience prospecting into complex, multi-stakeholder enterprise environments
  

📝 Short Term (1-3 Months):

• Learn Varicent products, value props, and the insurance vertical.
• Master prospecting tools (Salesforce, Salesloft, LinkedIn, AI).
• Begin outreach and track initial activity metrics.

🏗️ Medium Term (4-6 Months):

• Consistently generate qualified opportunities.
• Research accounts, map stakeholders, and identify business pains.
• Refine outreach using performance metrics and AE/marketing feedback.

🎳 Long Term (7+ Months):

• Influence pipeline strategy and optimize prospecting processes.
• Share best practices with the team.
• Deliver measurable impact on pipeline and revenue growth.

For this role, the estimated annual base salary range is between $64,800 – $85,000 USD. In addition to base salary, our compensation package may include bonuses, commissions for eligible sales roles, and a comprehensive benefits package. The actual base salary will vary based on factors including individual qualifications and market data, as objectively assessed during the interview process.
This posting is for a existing vacancy.
This hiring process utilizes artificial intelligence tools to assist in candidate screening and assessment. Our AI tools are designed to complement — not replace — human decision-making.
Overview of Benefits:
• Health & Wellness — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage tailored to your local needs
• Time Off — PTO and public holidays to rest, recharge, and do what matters most
• Volunteer Days — Dedicated time to give back and support the communities that matter to you
• Ignite Days — Dedicated learning days to support continuous growt