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We Impact Lives Through Purpose-Driven Work in A People First Culture

Ascend Learning is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning.

Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action, innovation, and collaboration, with a relentless focus on customers.

We're always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive, read on to learn more.

Ascend Learning leads the way in innovation and solution creation to improve outcomes and deliver results for students, educators, and healthcare workers in the ever-changing field of healthcare. We offer advanced resources that drive nursing success, empower front-line certified allied health workers, help physicians pass boards and stay current, and provide education management tools for medical education programs.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Business Development Representative (BDR), you’ll focus on creating qualified sales leads to cultivate new business opportunities from prospects through self-sourced prospects, manage an assigned roster, and Marketing qualified leads.

WHERE YOU’LL WORK

This position will work remote in the United States.

HOW YOU’LL SPEND YOUR TIME

Drive lead generation and client conversion by executing outbound calls and emails, handle inbound inquiries, and identify high-potential prospects through effective prospecting and qualification
Convert through qualification and needs validation to create SQLs for sales execution
Schedule and coordinate discovery meetings with aligned Sales team member(s) as applicable
Foster strong client relationships and create a positive brand image by collaborating with Marketing on campaigns, maintain accurate CRM records, and manage leads throughout the process
Support sales team success by participating in strategy meetings, staying informed on industry trends, understanding prospect challenges, and preparing sales plays and messaging for Call Calendar
Streamline top of the sales funnel to facilitate the success of Account Managers and Solutions Executives

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Bachelor's degree preferred
1+ years of prior sales related work experience
Passion for developing a career in sales

BENEFITS

Flexible and generous paid time off
Competitive medical, dental, vision and life insurance
401(k) employer matching program
Parental leave
Wellness resources
Charitable matching program
Hybrid work
On-site workout facilities (Leawood, Gilbert, Burlington)
Community outreach groups
Tuition reimbursement

Fostering A Sense of Belonging

We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued and be their authentic selves. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives, we are a stronger, more innovative, and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging.

About Ascend Learning

As a tech-enabled services company, Ascend Learning is a national leader in developing and delivering data-driven online educational content, software, assessments, analytics, and simulations serving institutions, students and employers across healthcare, fitness and wellness, public and workplace safety, skilled trades, insurance, financial services, cybersecurity, and higher education. We're committed to accelerating the learning pathways that can move people into careers where they have the knowledge and skills to have an impact and help change lives in the communities they serve. Headquartered in Burlington, MA with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S., Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America's 2023 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.

Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S. based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

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What You Should Know About Business Development Rep, Ascend Learning

At Ascend Learning, we're on a mission to impact lives through purpose-driven work and a people-first culture, and we're excited to welcome a Business Development Representative (BDR) to our remote team! If you're passionate about creating qualified sales leads and building new business opportunities, this role could be a perfect fit for you. As a BDR, you will engage with prospects through calls and emails, and you'll be responsible for managing an assigned roster while identifying high-potential leads. Not only will you foster strong client relationships and maintain accurate CRM records, but you will also collaborate closely with our marketing team to drive effective campaigns. With over a year of prior sales experience and a bachelor's degree preferred, your prior knowledge in sales will directly contribute to our team's success. Ascend Learning prides itself on a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. If this sounds like an environment where you'd not only fit in but thrive, then we want to hear from you! Join us in our commitment to innovation in education, and help us create transformative outcomes in the healthcare industry and beyond.

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What are the primary responsibilities of a Business Development Representative at Ascend Learning?

As a Business Development Representative at Ascend Learning, your primary responsibilities include driving lead generation through outbound calls and emails, handling inbound inquiries, and converting qualified leads into sales opportunities. You will also be involved in scheduling discovery meetings with the sales team and maintaining accurate CRM records to track your prospects.