Business Development Representative

• Research and identify target accounts and prospects within the financial services sector including hedge funds, banks, broker-dealers, asset managers, and institutional investors.
• Conduct proactive outbound prospecting through email, LinkedIn, calls, and video outreach to generate qualified leads.
• Use CRM and prospecting tools to track, nurture, and convert opportunities effectively.
• Qualify inbound leads to assess suitability and ensure seamless hand-off to the Sales team.
• Maintain consistent communication with leads using tailored follow-up strategies to increase engagement.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Product teams to refine messaging for different buyer personas.
• Book qualified meetings and demos for Sales and ensure a professional, accurate handover process.
• Record and manage all prospect interactions and activity in Salesforce CRM.
• Build knowledge of EquiLend’s products, industry trends, and competitive landscape to communicate value to prospects.
• Participate in regular training, coaching, and team development to continuously improve results.

• 2+ years of experience in a BDR, SDR, Sales Associate, or similar client-facing role, ideally within B2B tech or financial services.
• Proven experience using CRM and workflow tools such as Salesforce, ZoomInfo, Apollo, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
• Strong interest in fintech, capital markets, or financial services, with a desire to learn and grow in this industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured environment.
• Self-motivation, resilience, and a results-driven mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly build rapport and understand prospect needs.
• A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Why Equilend? 

• Be recognised for your contribution through a discretionary annual cash bonus, linked to individual and company performance. 
• Work flexibly with up to 100 remote working days per calendar year. 
• Take time to recharge with generous annual leave, plus public holidays. 
• Access group life assurance and income protection, supporting you and your dependents. 
• Private health and dental insurance, available from your first day (optional). 
• Save for the future through a company pension contribution of 7.5%, when you contribute a minimum of 1.5%.