Business Development Representative

Want to be part of the team that’s revolutionizing how the private markets operate?
SV Academy is partnering with a rapidly growing fintech company that’s transforming how global asset managers, fund administrators, and wealth advisors engage with investors and manage capital. As a Business Development Representative (BDR), you’ll help bring a modern, all-in-one investment operations platform to market—used by leading investment firms across the globe. This is your chance to break into tech sales at a company making private markets more accessible, transparent, and efficient.

About SV Academy

SV Academy is dedicated to helping aspiring sales professionals build successful careers in the tech industry. Through structured training, hands-on coaching, and strong employer partnerships, we’ve helped thousands of graduates secure roles at leading technology companies.

This program includes:

? Two weeks of hands-on sales training with expert coaching
? A full-time BDR opportunity with a top-tier tech employer
? Real-world experience, mentorship, and skill development to prepare you for long-term success in sales

? A strong internal growth path, with opportunities to advance into Senior BDR (as early as 6 months)

About the BDR Role

As a Business Development Representative, you’ll take a consultative approach to engaging prospective clients and booking high-quality meetings for Account Executives. You’ll be introducing a powerful SaaS platform that supports investor onboarding, fundraising, compliance, and reporting—all within the fast-evolving world of alternative investments.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Engage with potential customers through phone, email, and LinkedIn outreach

• Educate and inform prospects about the company’s products and services

• Qualify leads and schedule meetings for Account Executives

• Meet and exceed performance targets for outreach and conversions

• Learn prospecting strategies, CRM tools, and sales best practices while earning an industry-recognized Sales Certification

Required Skills:

• Resilience and motivation to thrive in a fast-paced sales environment

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Confidence with cold outreach and consultative selling

• Coachable attitude with a hunger to learn and grow

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of sales or customer-facing experience

• Familiarity with Salesforce, Salesloft, and Outlook

• B2B SaaS sales experience

• Interest in fintech, private equity, or wealth management

Core Competencies for Success:

• Self-Motivation & Persistence: Able to handle “no,” stay organized, and work independently

• Strong Communication: Clear, professional communication over phone and email

• Coachability: Eager to learn, accept feedback, and improve

• Outbound Prospecting: Confident initiating cold calls, emails, and social outreach

• Tech Proficiency: Experience or ability to learn Salesforce, Salesloft, Outlook, and other sales tools

Requirements:

• Full-time availability for the duration of the Residency

• A clear understanding of the BDR role and how your skills align with it

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• A passion for sales and a desire to build a long-term career in tech

If you’re ready to own your success and embark on an exciting career in tech sales, apply today and let SV Academy help you get there!