Sales Development Representative

Job Description:About Dow Jones

At Dow Jones, we provide trusted insights, data, and analysis to help businesses make informed decisions. Our team is committed to innovation, collaboration, and delivering high-quality solutions to our clients.

About the Role

As a Sales Development Representative (SDR), you will be the first point of contact for potential clients, helping to generate new business opportunities. You will identify, engage, and qualify prospects, working closely with the sales team to drive growth.

This role is ideal for a results-driven professional with strong communication skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for building relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential clients across key industries.
• Engage with prospects via phone, email, and social media to generate interest.
• Qualify leads and schedule meetings for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM system to track engagement and pipeline progress.
• Collaborate with internal teams to refine outreach strategies and improve prospecting efforts.
• Stay informed about industry trends and Dow Jones’ products to provide relevant insights to potential clients.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• A strong communicator – Able to engage prospects with confidence and clarity.
• Proactive and self-motivated – Driven to achieve goals and exceed targets.
• Organised – Capable of managing multiple leads and tracking progress effectively.
• Collaborative – Works well with sales and marketing teams to optimise outreach efforts.
• Curious and eager to learn – Interested in industry trends and continuously improving skills.

Required Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in sales, business development, or a client-facing role is a plus but not essential.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships and manage outreach effectively.
• Comfortable using CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and other sales tools.
• Interest in financial services, data, or media industries is advantageous.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a globally recognised brand with a reputation for excellence.
• Professional growth and career development opportunities.
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Opportunity to work with innovative products and industry experts.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

• Paid Time Off

• Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive Insurance Plans

• Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources

• Education Benefits

• Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support

• Commuter Transit Program

• Subscription Discounts

• Employee Referral Program

Reasonable accommodation: Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at [email protected]. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

Business Area:

Dow Jones - OPIS

Job Category:

Sales

Union Status:

Non-Union role