Sales Development Representative

Job description

Hello. We’re Teya. Teya was founded on a simple belief: local businesses deserve better. They are the cafés, restaurants, salons, shops and entrepreneurs that bring character to our high streets, create jobs and keep communities moving. Yet for too long, financial services has made life harder for them - with clunky tools, poor support and complexity that gets in the way of running a business. Teya exists to change that. We’re building a financial platform for local businesses across Europe - one built around simple tools, thoughtful design and real human support. Our Members rely on us to help them run their business with confidence, and that responsibility shapes the way we work. We move fast. We care about quality. We stay close to the detail. And we believe great performance and genuine hospitality should go hand in hand. If you want to build meaningful products, solve real problems and make a genuine difference for local businesses, we’d love to hear from you Your mission Open the door to new customer opportunities, while owning both your results and your earning potential. You’ll identify and engage businesses with complex needs, understand how they operate, and decide when an opportunity is ready for deeper commercial discussion. Your role is to ensure our Key Account Managers spend their time with the right customers, at the right moment, with the right context. You’ll own the quality of the pipeline you create and your contribution to conversion. This is a high-standards role built around clear targets, fair commission, and progression over time. What will you be doing? - Proactively reaching out to prospective merchants with complex needs - Running focused, consultative discovery conversations - Understanding business models, priorities, and growth plans - Qualifying opportunities against clear criteria - Booking high-quality meetings for Key Account Managers - Preparing clear, structured handovers in CRM - Managing follow-ups and prioritisation with discipline - Collaborating closely with Key Account Managers on target accounts - Sharing insight to support account strategy and conversion Your story You’ll be expected to balance curiosity with commercial judgement, and take pride in the quality of opportunities you pass on. To succeed in this role, we’re looking for someone with: You will be expected to make a high volume of outbound calls daily as part of a target-driven sales environment. - Proven experience in sales development, inside sales, or outbound sales roles - Confidence engaging business owners and senior stakeholders - A consultative approach, you ask thoughtful questions and listen carefully - Strong attention to detail, particularly in qualification and handovers - Comfort working towards activity and conversion targets - Strong organisation and prioritisation skills - Comfort working with autonomy, supported by clear expectations, coaching, and feedback - Ambition to grow, motivated by a role that builds credibility, earning potential, and long-term career options - Strong organisation and pipeline management skills - Comfort working with autonomy, alongside clear expectations, coaching, and feedback - Ambition to grow, motivated by a role where consistent performance is recognised, rewarded, and can open doors across the business The Perks - On top of your basic salary, you will be able to earn uncapped commission with typical on-target earnings of £60,000 - £70,0000 in your first year - Thorough onboarding and training - 25 days of Annual Leave + Bank Holidays - Clearly defined career progression ladder and growth opportunities within the business - Physical and mental health support through our partnership with Wellhub, 1-1 therapy sessions, meditation sessions and access to digital fitness and nutrition apps - Extended and improved maternity and paternity leave choices - Private Medical and Life Insurance - Pension Scheme Teya is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or background can thrive and do their best work. We believe that a diverse team leads to better ideas, stronger outcomes, and a more supportive workplace for all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process whether for interviews, assessments, or other parts of the application—we encourage you to let us know. We are committed to ensuring that every candidate has a fair and accessible experience with us.