Business Development Specialist

Job Title : Inside Sales Representative

Location : Remote

Type : Full-Time

Experience : 1–2 years in Inside Sales / B2B or B2C Sales

Compensation : Competitive Salary + Incentives (based on performance)

About First500days

At First500days, we partner with founders to build and scale startups from zero to success. We help early-stage companies establish their brand, acquire customers, and grow faster through strategic execution across sales, marketing, design, and technology.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and driven Inside Sales Representative who can help us connect with potential clients, explain our offerings, and convert conversations into meaningful business opportunities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys engaging with people, understands sales dynamics, and wants to grow in a fast-paced startup environment.

Role Overview

As an Inside Sales Representative, you’ll be responsible for reaching out to potential clients (founders, business owners, and decision-makers), qualifying leads, understanding their needs, and presenting how First500days can help them accelerate their growth. You’ll be the voice of the company — building relationships, nurturing interest, and supporting the sales pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct outbound calls, emails, and LinkedIn outreach to engage with potential clients.

Qualify inbound leads and assess their fit with First500days’ services.

Present our solutions and offerings clearly and persuasively over calls and video meetings.

Schedule meetings and demos for the business or founder team.

Maintain detailed records of calls, interactions, and outcomes in CRM tools.

Follow up consistently with leads to ensure timely closure.

Collaborate with marketing to refine messaging and improve lead conversion.

Meet and exceed weekly / monthly targets for qualified meetings and conversions.

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in Inside Sales / Business Development / Tele-Sales.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Hindi.

Strong presentation and negotiation abilities.

Confidence in cold calling and following up with decision-makers.

Proficiency with CRM tools (HubSpot, Zoho, Pipedrive, or similar).

Ability to work independently, handle rejections positively, and stay motivated.

A proactive, results-driven mindset — comfortable in a target-oriented environment.

Nice to Have

Experience selling to startups, founders, or SMBs.

Familiarity with digital marketing, design, or tech services.

Exposure to B2B or service-based sales cycles.

Prior experience in a fast-growing startup.

What We Offer

Competitive base salary + performance incentives.

Work directly with founders and business leaders on real growth initiatives.

Fast-paced, collaborative environment that values ownership and creativity.

Learning exposure across multiple startups and industries.

Clear career path toward Senior Sales Executive or Growth Manager roles.