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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$32K - $137K *

Grow your career by guiding clients through financial decisions with empathy and integrity. Leverage inbound opportunities to meet performance goals in a supportive, remote environment focused on prof...

Idaho, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$32K - $137K *

Transform client experiences by guiding them through financial decisions. Leverage inbound opportunities to build trust and achieve performance goals in a supportive, remote environment. Embrace growt...

Alabama, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$32K - $137K *

Join our expanding remote team to guide clients through financial challenges. Leverage inbound opportunities to build trust and achieve performance goals in a supportive, high-energy environment. No c...

Michigan, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$32K - $137K *

Unlock your potential by guiding clients through financial challenges. Join a dynamic remote team focused on delivering exceptional service without cold calling. Enjoy inbound leads and a supportive e...

South Carolina, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$32K - $137K *

Accelerate progress at our remote team by guiding clients through financial decisions. Leverage your consultative skills to manage inbound calls, build trust, and exceed performance goals in a support...

Virginia, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$32K - $137K *

Join a team that's dedicated to guiding clients through financial challenges. Leverage your skills in a supportive, remote environment, focusing on inbound opportunities to help clients achieve their...

Kentucky, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Optimize business growth by identifying new opportunities and building relationships with key stakeholders. Leverage solution-selling expertise to drive enterprise sales and achieve revenue targets wh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform OEM partnerships by driving strategic growth and innovative solutions. Leverage market insights and relationship-building skills to negotiate impactful deals and collaborate with senior lead...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$123K - $169K *

Unlock potential by driving regional growth and client engagement in healthcare workforce solutions, leveraging expertise in medical imaging and consultative selling to expand market presence and enha...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $169K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic initiatives that enhance talent aggregation and curation, fostering profitable growth and expanding market share through innovative operational solutions...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $169K *

Unlock potential by driving regional growth and client engagement in healthcare workforce solutions. Collaborate with sales teams to expand market presence and enhance service offerings, ensuring alig...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth by cultivating owner relationships and securing management agreements in multifamily and hospitality sectors, enhancing market presence and collaboration with internal teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Develop and implement strategic business initiatives to drive growth, expand market presence, and foster partnerships. Lead cross-functional teams to achieve long-term objectives while identifying new...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion growth in our banking vertical by leveraging your expertise in reserve-based lending and building strong relationships with financial institutions to drive adoption and revenue...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $125K *

Empower your career by driving growth in the Fiberglass Pools market. In this dynamic sales role, you'll identify new business opportunities, expand market presence, and achieve sales targets while co...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$107K - $145K *

Drive growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities in risk management and medical education. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals, manage sales pipelines, and ensure alignment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving growth by acquiring and retaining key clients. Leverage your B2B sales expertise to market specialized financial products, build a robust pipeline, and achieve revenue goals...

Princeton, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion growth in the North American security channel by leveraging existing accounts and building new partnerships. Drive revenue through integrators and distributors while providing market insights...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate B2B growth by forging high-trust partnerships with benefit consultants and health plans. Lead strategic discussions to position our behavioral health solutions, transforming relationships into...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Empower growth by developing new business relationships and enhancing customer connections in Mortgage Warehouse Lending, driving portfolio expansion and market share through strategic engagement and...

Melville, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Explore a dynamic role focused on building dealer relationships and driving F&I revenue growth. Engage with automotive partners through training, support, and strategic planning to enhance customer sa...

Ontario, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$32K - $137K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic remote role, guiding clients through financial decisions with empathy and expertise. Focus on inbound opportunities, achieving performance goals while enjoying a sup...

Georgia, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$32K - $137K *

Drive client success by managing inbound calls and guiding them through financial solutions. Leverage your consultative skills to build trust and exceed performance goals in a supportive, remote envir...

Wisconsin, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$32K - $137K *

Shape your career by guiding clients through financial challenges with empathy and expertise. Join our remote team to manage inbound calls, build trust, and exceed performance goals in a supportive, h...

Tennessee, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$32K - $137K *

Unlock potential by guiding clients through financial decisions with empathy and expertise. Join a dynamic remote team focused on delivering exceptional service and achieving performance goals without...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.