Sales Development Representative - Immediate start

Posted 12 February 2026
Salary £25000 - £29000 per annum + High OTE / Quick Start
LocationBelfast
Job type Permanent
Discipline Sales & Marketing
ReferenceCG80472723_1770892942

Job description

Vanrath is partnering with a leading client in Software to recruit a motivated Sales Development Representative. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, supportive team and focus on building new business opportunities across Belfast and beyond.

The Role:
Reporting to the Customer Growth Team Leader, your primary focus will be prospecting, qualifying leads, and nurturing potential clients to support the sales pipeline. You'll play a key part in driving growth and helping the wider team achieve ambitious sales targets. This role is office-based initially.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Proactively identify and engage new sales prospects through calls, emails, and digital outreach. (No cold calling - very warm leads)

  • Qualify leads and hand over high-potential opportunities to Account Managers.

  • Conduct research to understand prospective customer needs and tailor approaches accordingly.

  • Support campaigns and targeted outreach initiatives to generate pipeline opportunities.

  • Track activity and maintain accurate records in the CRM system.

  • Collaborate with the sales team to ensure smooth handover of qualified leads.

  • Assist with reporting on lead generation and pipeline performance.

  • Contribute ideas to improve outreach strategies and increase conversion rates.

Your Profile:

  • Previous experience in sales, telesales or business development roles.

  • Strong communication skills and a persuasive, confident approach.

  • Results-driven with a keen interest in generating and converting leads.

  • Organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities.

  • Comfortable using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.

  • Positive, proactive, and collaborative team player.

Location & Benefits:

  • Belfast - Office-based (potential to progress into hybrid post-probation)

  • Competitive salary + performance-based bonus

  • Career progression and development opportunities

  • Supportive, dynamic team environment