Business Development Representative

Work Arrangement: Fully remote, overlapping EST working hours

Job Type: Full-time, Independent Contractor

Salary Range: Up to $1500/month, Based on Skills and Experience

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST (40 hours per week)

Locations: Remote, open to candidates across multiple time zones (EST preferred, PST acceptable)

Holiday Adherence: US Holidays

PTO Entitlement: 15 days of PTO per year, in addition to public holidays and sick leave.

About Pearl Talent:

Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They’re looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we’ve hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.

Why Work with Us?

We mean what we say that we’re building a different recruiting company here. We only work with exceptional founders from the US and EU who care about the long-term success of their team members. We also provide you with attainable 3, 6, 9, 12 month, and beyond retention bonuses in addition to community-oriented opportunities like an annual retreat.

About the Company:

We are at the forefront of artificial intelligence, enabling seamless integration of data across systems for industries like healthcare, finance, and logistics. By leveraging AI, we act as a translation layer, transforming siloed data for better flow and accessibility.

Role Overview:

As a Business Development Representative (BDR), you will play a crucial role in expanding our reach by identifying and qualifying leads, nurturing relationships, and setting up meetings for the sales team. You will work in a fast-paced, innovative environment, helping to drive growth through strategic outreach efforts.

Your Impact:

Your efforts will directly contribute to expanding the company's client base, generating qualified leads, and setting up high-impact meetings with prospects. Your success will help shape our growth and industry leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Research & Outreach

• Research potential customers, industries, and markets. Initiate outreach to key decision-makers in targeted companies.

• Utilize channels like LinkedIn Sales Navigator, outbound emails, cold calling, and referrals to generate a pipeline of qualified leads.

• Engage with prospects through personalized follow-ups, guiding them through the sales funnel and ensuring a smooth handover to the sales team.

Requirements

Must-Have:

• 2-4 years of experience in a B2B SaaS or AI-related sales role.
• Proficiency with LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Outreach.io, or similar tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft impactful outreach messages.
• Proven success in generating and qualifying leads in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-Have:

• Tech-savvy with a genuine interest and passion in AI and its applications.
• Startup Experience

Benefits

• Remote Work: Fully remote—work from anywhere
• Generous PTO: 15 days of PTO per year, in addition to public holidays and sick leave
• Direct Mentorship: Grow through guidance from international industry experts
• Learning & Development: Ongoing access to resources for professional growth
• Global Networking: Work and connect with professionals around the world
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible hours that support a healthy work-life balance

Our Recruitment Process:

1. Application
2. Screening
3. Skills Assessment
4. Top-grading interview
5. Client Interview
6. Job Offer
7. Client Onboarding

Ready to Join Us?

If this role aligns with your skills and career goals, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to take the next step in your journey with Pearl.

Pearl Talent is a US-based start-up that helps the top 1% of talent worldwide land long-term roles at fast-growing companies in the US and EU.

Founded by Monty Ngan and Isaac Kassab, Pearl Talent helps operators all around the Philippines, Latin America, and South Africa get staffed into companies backed by Y Combinator, Sequoia, a16z, General Catalyst, and more.

We believe that even though opportunity isn’t created equal in the world, ambitious talent is.