About the role
About Us Temporal is an open source programming model that can simplify code, make applications more reliable, and help developers focus on the important things like delivering features faster. We are on a mission to be the reliable foundation of every developer’s toolbox, and are building
the team that will make that happen. Our values guide us —they are present in how we show up, make decisions, and work together to make an impact. We’re curious, driven, collaborative, genuine and humble. Temporal is growing and we are looking for those who share our values, challenge 'standard' thinking, and want to influence our future. If you have a passion for improving the developer experience, building world-class open-source software and communities, and want to be a part of our amazing team, we'd love to hear from you! Summary Are you eager to launch your sales career in a fast-growing, innovative tech company? Temporal is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Business Development Representatives (BDRs) to join our team in London, England who is fluent in French . As a BDR, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving growth by connecting with potential customers, generating leads, and building strong pipelines for our sales team. This is an entry level role designed for ambitious self-starters who are passionate about technology, thrive in fast-paced environments, and are excited to develop their careers in sales. With a dedicated training program and clear growth path, you’ll have the support and tools to become a standout sales professional while contributing to Temporal’s mission of redefining application development.
What you'll do Proactively outbound prospecting and lead activity management in an effort to qualify and market Temporal to potential customers. Discover opportunities from leads and set appointments from those leads. Use of strong selling and influencing skills to set up qualified appointments. Understand the Temporal OSS and Cloud solutions enough to provide high level introduction. Leverage taught sales techniques to maximize customer interactions. Log, track, and maintain outbound activity. Work closely with the Sales Team and attend customer meetings as required. Be the architect of a growing team, defining and iterating on processes. What you'll need 1 to 2+ years of experience in prospecting roles. Reading, writing, and speaking French fluency. Excellent in-person, phone, and written customer communication skills. Must be able to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization. Ability to make formal and informal presentations to staff and clients. Ability to prioritize work assignments and shift work efforts based on the needs of the department or business goals. Proficient PC, Spreadsheet, Salesforce.com, and Google Docs skills required. Ability to manage time effectively, work independently, and be self-motivated Prior track record of achievement in positions with accountability. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment. Proactive, independent thinker with high energy/positive attitude.