Business Development Representative

March 25

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uConnect is a company dedicated to enhancing career service accessibility for people globally through its all-in-one virtual career center. The platform radically simplifies virtual engagement by creating a unified space for career data, resources, and opportunities. It is designed to increase virtual presence and engagement with students, employers, and educational institutions. The service integrates with existing career tools and technologies, offering seamless access for stakeholders and delivering curated career recommendations. uConnect aims to promote professional development and career advancement for students and alumni while providing data-driven insights and analytics for career services professionals.

Higher Education • Campus Career Services • Marketing & Communications • Career Development • Career Services

11 - 50 employees

📚 Education

☁️ SaaS

📋 Description

• uConnect is on a mission to help more people realize their potential by improving access to career services for all people - early in their lives and throughout their careers. • Initially focused on the traditional higher education market, uConnect's All-In-One Virtual Career Center is used by a wide range of institutions including UCLA, MIT, and Baton Rouge Community College to radically improve utilization of career services, career readiness and student outcomes. • We're a mission-driven team working in a fun and collaborative culture which puts people first. • We have a physical office in Cambridge, MA but operate as a fully remote organization, encouraging mobility, and for all employees to work from their ideal environment. • uConnect is backed by leading technology investors including Growth Street Partners, Strada Education and LearnLaunch. • About the role: We are looking for an exceptional candidate who is available to start immediately to join us as a Business Development Representative, and help bring uConnect’s virtual career center technology to more schools and students. • Our ideal candidate is professionally ambitious, learns quickly and thrives in both independent and collaborative work environments. Individuals should combine an intense competitive spirit, strong curiosity and a growth mindset to achieve ambitious business objectives.

🎯 Requirements

• 2+ years of previous experience performing in a high-volume, outbound sales role • Demonstrated track record of high achievement and a strong desire to exceed measurable performance goals • Strong verbal and written communication skills via phone and email • Proven, creative problem-solving approach and strong analytical skills • Strong research skills and ability to interpret research into insightful recommendations • Must be a self-starter • Interest in the education market • Strong organizational skills and ability to structure and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment • The ability to deal with and thrive on objections and rejection on a daily basis • The ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment with peers who challenge you to grow and win • The technical aptitude to master our sales tools and naturally curious • You will also have a proven ability to drive results, be resilient during challenging sales situations, have a customer-first mentality and a strong growth mindset. • Strong desire and ability to move up within a sales organization • Proficiency with Hubspot or other CRM software

🏖️ Benefits

• Base + variable compensation = $100,000 - $110,000 OTE • Unlimited PTO • Paid Parental Leave • Remote and flexible schedule • 401k Matching • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans • 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match • Home Office Stipend • Employee Stock Options