Now Hiring - Venatrix Ltd. - Sales Development Representative in New York, NY

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ob Title: Sales Development Representative (SDR) Salary: $70,000 + $25k OTE Location: New York City (Hybrid - 3 days in office) AI SaaS | Second SDR Hire in US | AE Progression | Creative Outbound | High-Growth Environment | Learn From World-Class Leaders Why this role is a standout career move * You'll be the second SDR in the USA, shaping an outbound function from day one * You'll work with cutting-edge AI tech and a leadership team known for developing top performers * You'll have a clear, fast pathway into AE or other commercial roles Want to accelerate your sales career inside a fast-growing AI SaaS company? This high-performing commercial team is expanding in the US and hiring their second New York-based SDR. If you thrive in creative outbound environments, love ownership, and want real influence early in your career, this is an opportunity to join a rocket ship at the perfect time. Company: This business builds intelligent software that helps customer-facing teams work smarter, communicate more effectively, and operate with more clarity. Their platform connects into everyday workflows and automates tasks that traditionally slow teams down -- giving users actionable insights, streamlined processes, and better decision-making. They've grown rapidly over the past year, with a strong customer base across the US, a lean and high-calibre technical team, and a commercial organisation focused on scaling sustainably. The founders come from world-class engineering backgrounds, and the business is entering a phase where go-to-market momentum is critical. For someone who wants to be close to cutting-edge AI while working in a commercial role, this is the ideal environment. Opportunity: You'll join as the second dedicated SDR in the USA , working alongside growth leadership and a small team of Account Executives. This isn't a call- list, high-volume environment. You'll be experimenting with outbound plays, supporting events, and developing creative campaigns that cut through the noise. You'll also be using the company's own AI tooling to power your outreach, learn faster, and bring a data-driven edge to your prospecting. This role offers scope, impact, and visibility -- perfect for someone who wants to build, not just follow a script. Your Role: * Research, identify, and engage senior prospects across SaaS, tech, and digitally mature industries * Run personalised outbound campaigns across email, phone, LinkedIn, and tailored content * Qualify inbound opportunities generated from events, webinars, and marketing activity * Partner with AEs to refine messaging and create campaigns that resonate * Use internal tooling to personalise outreach and understand buyer needs * Track activity and pipeline through modern GTM systems * Attend industry events, dinners, and workshops to support relationship-building * Contribute to ongoing experimentation across channels, messaging, and outreach strategy What You Bring: * High levels of grit, coachability, and ambition * Curiosity and creativity -- you don't wait for instructions; you explore * Strong communication skills and a willingness to initiate conversations * Ability to iterate quickly, take feedback, and improve continuously * Comfortable in a fast-moving, low-ego, startup culture * A proactive mindset: ideas over inertia, action over hesitation Candidates with early sales or commercial experience are welcome, as are high- potential juniors who demonstrate drive and intelligence. What 's in it for You: * Salary: $70k base + $25k OTE * Progression: Clear path toward SDR Team Lead, Junior AE, AE, or other GTM roles * Mentorship: Daily access to experienced sales leaders known for developing strong SDRs * Environment: Collaborative, energetic, creative -- everyone is encouraged to contribute ideas * Benefits: Health insurance, 401(k), hybrid working, workspace membership, L&D budget * Culture: Low-ego, supportive, celebrates wins, values initiative * Extra: Opportunities to travel to London for training and team meetups This is the chance to join a company at the intersection of AI, creativity, and commercial strategy -- where SDRs have a true voice and a real path to grow. If you're hungry, curious, and excited by the idea of being the second in a growing function, this opportunity is made for you.