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Business Development Representative

Zendesk Hybrid mid full-time

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Description

Zendesk is redefining how the world delivers service. In addition to its world-class CX and service platform, the company has built a $200m ARR AI business in under three years, used by more than 20,000 customers. AI is automating up to 80% of service interactions.

This role involves building a career in software sales on the bleeding edge of AI and technology. The successful candidate will hunt high-growth SMB, Commercial, and Enterprise accounts, opening doors at recognizable brands across Australia and New Zealand, and shaping how they adopt AI for customer experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Engage executive-level prospects to understand their CX, AI, and Service gaps
  • Drive high-value pipeline through targeted outbound prospecting
  • Partner closely with Account Executives, Product, and Marketing to run coordinated plays into priority accounts
  • Qualify opportunities with a consultative, value-led approach
  • Own and manage pipeline with discipline, clarity, and a premium customer experience
  • Be part of an onsite team (3 days a week in Melbourne) that learns, iterates, and grows together

Requirements:

  • 2+ years in a sales or business development role (SMB, Commercial, or Enterprise)
  • Competitive, resilient, self-starting mindset
  • Curiosity for AI, SaaS, and modern GTM motion
  • Clear, confident communication - written and verbal
  • Strong desire to build a long-term career in software sales
  • Bachelor's degree preferred

Benefits:

  • Hybrid work arrangement (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)
  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technology
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment

About Zendesk: Zendesk offers a fulfilling and inclusive experience, with a hybrid way of working that enables employees to connect, collaborate, and learn while having flexibility to work remotely.

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