Business Development Rep Associate
The Business Development Representative Associate at Block (formerly Square) is an entry-level sales position focused on identifying and engaging potential merchants to join the Square ecosystem. This role is part of the Sales Development organization, which plays a crucial role in expanding Square's merchant base. The position is based in Seattle, Washington.
In this role, you will manage a diverse pipeline of businesses, prioritizing outreach to accelerate sales cycles. Your responsibilities include cold calling, emailing, and social selling to promote Square's value proposition. You will work closely with the Sales team to identify new merchants that align with Square's offerings. Additionally, you will document and track qualified opportunities to pass onto the Account Executive team.
Candidates should have a strong desire to grow their career in sales, with a BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience. Personal leadership, authenticity, and energy are essential, along with enthusiasm for developing sales skills through cold calling. Comfort with operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment is also important.
Compensation for this role is determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay is categorized into zones, with Zone A at $79,768, Zone B at $74,152, Zone C at $70,018, and Zone D at $63,700. These amounts include target variable compensation.
Block is committed to building an inclusive economy and strives to create a workplace that reflects these values. The company offers a remote-first policy, allowing employees to work from various locations. Employees have access to comprehensive health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision plans. Additional benefits include flexible time off, paid parental leave, 401(k) matching, wellness services, learning and development opportunities, and office celebrations.