Business Development Representative Jobs

Business Development Representatives (BDRs) help companies build a strong sales pipeline by identifying prospective customers, starting conversations, and qualifying business opportunities. Browse vetted BDR job openings on Ladders, including opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Business Development Representative Do?

BDRs typically research target accounts, connect with potential buyers through phone, email, and social channels, and learn about prospects’ needs. They qualify leads, schedule meetings for account executives, maintain accurate customer relationship management (CRM) records, and collaborate with marketing and sales teams to improve outreach.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong communication, listening, research, and organization skills. Familiarity with prospecting tools, CRM platforms, sales engagement software, and a structured sales process can be valuable. Many roles welcome candidates with transferable experience in customer service, recruiting, marketing, or other customer-facing work; requirements vary by employer and industry.

Business Development Representative Career Paths

BDR experience can provide a foundation for roles such as Account Executive, Sales Development Manager, Business Development Manager, or other sales leadership positions. Career progression depends on performance, experience, company structure, and the complexity of the products or services sold.

Find Business Development Representative Jobs on Ladders

Explore BDR opportunities and related sales development roles on Ladders. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to find opportunities that fit your experience and career goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

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$127K - $187K *

Join a team that's driving growth by building strategic partnerships with K-12 education leaders. This role focuses on managing a regional portfolio, executing sales strategies, and presenting innovat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $105K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer relationships by driving RQI Portfolio adoption, ensuring account success, and achieving financial goals through consultative methodologies and strategic partn...

New York, NYRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving federal sales growth through strategic relationships and effective business development. Your expertise will propel new revenue streams while managing proposals from incept...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower enterprise clients by delivering strategic insights and solutions that enhance hiring processes. Drive growth through relationship management and data analysis, ensuring clients achieve measur...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $300K *

Transform regional growth by leading a high-performing sales team, forging impactful partnerships, and driving market expansion. Your leadership will shape strategies and elevate dealership relationsh...

San Diego, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive new business generation in captive management solutions, focusing on multifamily risk and large P&C alternatives. Build relationships with brokers and multifamily owners while managing the full...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$248K - $341K *

Elevate your career by driving regional revenue through a sophisticated sales strategy. Own the sales lifecycle, collaborate across teams, and position cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions for SLED cu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $140K *

Drive client success and growth by building relationships with C-Level executives, managing complex sales processes, and maximizing value delivery in a dynamic, high-revenue environment...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $140K *

Drive client success by building relationships with C-Level executives, identifying growth opportunities, and managing complex sales processes in a dynamic environment. Maximize value delivery for lar...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $125K *

Drive strategic account-based marketing initiatives by collaborating with sales teams to evaluate target accounts, develop tailored campaigns, and measure success through data-driven insights, enhanci...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$134K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative solutions that align technology with client needs. Collaborate with teams to drive consensus on multi-product strategies, enhancing business performance and cu...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in building strategic relationships with key customers, driving account growth through innovative solutions and collaboration. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer satisfaction...

Greenfield, INRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth at a large strategic account by delivering AI & Data solutions. Engage closely with executives, align teams, and ensure client satisfaction while leading impactful programs in Retail, CPG...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Shape the future of lead management and partner relationships by owning the Salesforce Lead-to-Opportunity and PRM domains. Drive strategy, execution, and collaboration across teams to enhance convers...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to drive technical pre-sales, mentor peers, and enhance customer relationships. Own the sales process for strategic accounts, ensuring seamless transitions and fostering growth thr...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$183K - $239K *

Elevate strategic initiatives through innovative AI solutions, partnering with leaders to drive impactful business performance and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment focused on the fut...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $97K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales in the surgical field, engaging with healthcare professionals to promote innovative products. Leverage your expertise to achieve business goals while maintaining com...

Trumbull, CTRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by building strategic relationships with athletic associations, leading RFPs, and driving school subscriptions. Own the growth strategy in new states with autonomy to shape processes...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $159K *

Drive impactful financial insights by partnering with cross-functional teams to enhance global reporting and data foundations, supporting planning and forecasting in a dynamic environment focused on t...

Austin, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading sales strategies that drive revenue growth, collaborating with experts to execute impactful cycles, and consistently achieving quotas in a dynamic market focused on health...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Drive efficiency and scalability in onboarding processes, enhancing customer experience through innovative strategies and data-driven leadership. Lead a high-performing team to optimize resources and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $175K *

Elevate your career by driving talent strategy and organizational health within a dynamic Sales and Marketing environment. Partner with leaders to align people initiatives with aggressive growth targe...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Grow your career by managing and nurturing channel partner relationships, driving revenue growth, and enhancing partner performance through strategic support and training initiatives in a dynamic, col...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $325K *

Engage with government agencies to drive new business growth, leveraging strategic territory planning and consultative selling. Collaborate cross-functionally to navigate complex procurement processes...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Accelerate progress at enterprise accounts by driving new business and expansion revenue. Leverage your expertise in B2B SaaS sales to manage the full sales cycle, build relationships, and identify gr...

Washington, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Business Development Representative do?question toggle

    A Business Development Representative identifies and contacts prospective customers, qualifies potential opportunities, and helps build the sales pipeline. They often book meetings for account executives and record outreach in a CRM system.

  • What skills are important for Business Development Representative jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include clear communication, active listening, research, persistence, time management, and comfort with prospecting tools and CRM software. Specific requirements vary by employer.

  • Do Business Development Representatives need a degree?question toggle

    Education requirements differ by employer. Some companies prefer a degree, while others prioritize sales ability, communication skills, relevant experience, or demonstrated results.

  • What jobs can follow a Business Development Representative role?question toggle

    Possible next steps include Account Executive, Business Development Manager, Sales Development Manager, or sales leadership roles. Advancement depends on performance, experience, and company structure.

  • How can I find Business Development Representative jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Business Development Representative and related sales development listings on Ladders, then review each posting’s compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications. Compensation structures and eligibility can vary by role.