Sales Development Representative (SDR)

Location: Austin, TX

Vestwell is the financial technology company powering the new savings economy. Our platform redefines how people save for the critical aspects of life across retirement, education, and healthcare savings needs. Today, Vestwell enables over 350,000 businesses and over 2M active savers, with over $50B in assets saved across all 50 states. Vestwell's platform serves a diverse clientele, including financial advisers, employers, third-party administrators, financial institutions, payroll providers, government agencies, and individual savers.

To learn more, visit vestwell.com.

Who Are We Looking For?

At Vestwell, we know that the key to growth is a high-performing sales team. We’re seeking a qualified sales development representative (SDR) to find and screen potential customers who could benefit from our range of financial wellness products and services. The ideal SDR has a strong understanding of sales methodology and excels at:

• Engaging new clients through high volume calls and call cadences
• Driving qualification, urgency, and intent
• Creating effective sales meetings for sales closers that optimize prospect conversion

Vestwell SDRs should be quick learners with strong communication skills who can showcase our offerings compellingly. SDRs are generally in this role between 6-9 months. After month 9, successful SDRs are eligible for promotion into full cycle, closing roles.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Represent the company’s products and services & deliver Vestwell’s value proposition to new prospects, including both financial advisors and business owners.
• Qualify prospects, build intent & generate new meetings for sales through outbound calling.
• Manage and maintain a pipeline of interested prospects and engage sales leaders in next steps.
• Own your personal growth and development as a Vestwell sales representative by learning the financial services industry, Vestwell’s range of financial wellness solutions, and the mechanics of a modern sales process.
• Ability to utilize Salesforce & Salesloft to manage lead lists.
• Understanding the Vestwell partnerships.
• Understanding the products and services Vestwell offers.
• Master talk tracks and ability to qualify prospects.
  • Identify the needs of prospects and suggest appropriate products or services.
• Set up meetings for prospects with field sales representatives.
• Report to sales manager with weekly, monthly, and quarterly results.

Requirements

The Necessities

• 1 or more years of experience in sales, with a track record of exceeding lead targets.
• Strong communication skills via phone and email.
• Proven, creative problem-solving approach and strong analytical skills.
• Displays self-motivation for sales coaching and development.
• Strong desire and ability to move up within a sales organization.

The Extras

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) or at least five years of relevant work experience.
• Experience as a sales development representative, with a track record of achieving & exceeding sales quotas.
• Proficiency with Salesforce, Salesloft, or other CRM software.
• Financial services &/or small business sales experience.

This role will be based in our New York, NY or Austin, TX office, and will be part of Vestwell's hybrid in-office operation.

The expected base salary range for this position is a minimum of $55K - $60K, plus performance-based variable. Please note that salary bands are based on NY and other similar metro areas and may differ based on where the role is ultimately hired.

OUR BENEFITS

We’re an innovative, high-growth company with an exciting future ahead. At Vestwell, we prioritize employee wellbeing through comprehensive health benefits, generous time off, and a dedicated Employee Wellbeing Committee. Our hybrid work model offers flexibility while providing access to our collaborative offices in Midtown Manhattan, Austin, King of Prussia, and Scottsdale. And, of course, as a company focused on helping people save for the future, we offer a competitive 401(k) plan.

OUR PROCESS

Our interview process starts the same for every candidate with 1-2 introductory conversations to learn more about your background, interests, and what you're looking for, while also giving you the opportunity to learn more about Vestwell and the team. From there, the process varies by role but typically includes a skills or experience-based assessment, such as a coding interview, portfolio review, or deeper discussion of your relevant experience. Successful candidates then move on to a virtual or in-person interview panel. Before extending an offer, we complete a reference check with a current or former manager and a peer. Throughout the process, we prioritize transparency, clear communication, and minimizing surprises.