Sales Development Representative (SDR) – Entry Level

Location: New York City

Reports To: CEO

Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,000 - $70,000

About SparcStart

SparcStart is a dynamic and growing company at the forefront of transforming how organizations connect with top talent. Our all-in-one recruitment marketing platform blends video technology with authentic storytelling, helping companies humanize their job postings and stand out to candidates in meaningful ways. Trusted by leading enterprise brands, we're passionate about smart recruitment marketing, impactful content, and delivering exceptional experiences to both our clients and their applicants.

About the Role

We're looking for an energetic, curious, and coachable Sales Development Representative to help fuel SparcStart's growth. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 1–2 years of SDR or sales experience, ideally within HR tech, recruitment marketing, or a related SaaS space, who's ready to sharpen their skills and build a foundation for a long-term sales career.

As an SDR, you'll be the first point of contact for prospective clients, responsible for generating and qualifying pipeline for our team. You'll work cross-functionally and with our CEO to identify target accounts, spark interest, and set up meaningful conversations about how SparcStart can transform a company's recruitment marketing and employer branding efforts.

What You'll Do

• Prospect and generate new business opportunities through outbound outreach (calls, emails, LinkedIn, and other channels)
• Qualify inbound leads generated by marketing campaigns and route them appropriately
• Research target accounts and personas (e.g., Talent Acquisition, HR, and Employer Branding leaders) to craft relevant, personalized outreach
• Schedule qualified meetings and demos
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of prospect interactions in our CRM
• Collaborate to refine messaging, targeting, and outbound strategy
• Consistently meet or exceed monthly activity and pipeline generation goals
• Stay informed on HR tech and recruitment marketing trends to speak credibly with prospects

What We're Looking For

• 1–2 years of experience in an SDR, BDR, or similar sales/prospecting role
• Experience in HR tech, recruitment marketing, or SaaS is a strong plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A self-starter mentality with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfort with cold outreach and resilience in the face of rejection
• Familiarity with CRM and sales engagement tools
• Coachable, curious, and eager to grow within a fast-paced startup environment
• Based in or around New York City preferred

Why Join SparcStart?

• A collaborative, supportive, and fast-paced environment where your ideas and contributions make a real impact
• Opportunity to work on diverse projects and grow into more specialized sales roles
• Direct access to leadership and mentorship from experienced professionals
• Work with a team that values innovation and authenticity
• Be part of a company recognized as a category leader in video-powered recruitment marketing

Ready to Apply?

If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you'd be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your resume and a short note about why SparcStart caught your eye.