BDR – DACH Market (f/m/d)

CleverConnect is a dynamic Franco-German HR Tech scale-up dedicated to revolutionizing the recruitment experience. Founded 10 years ago by passionate engineers, we are committed to re-invent the recruitment experience with innovative digital solutions and next-generation SaaS platforms that make hiring faster, smarter, and more effective. 🚀

Each year, we empower over 10 million candidates to find their ideal job by helping them showcase their personalities and motivations.  At the same time, we support recruiters in streamlining and enhancing their recruitment process to discover the best talents with cutting-edge AI-powered technology and innovative solutions, enabling greater agility, impact, and efficiency.🔎

CleverConnect it is also a European team of 150 employees, united by strong values around innovation, creating a positive impact on society, and the ambition to make a real difference in the workplace.👌We believe that the recruitment of tomorrow must be more inclusive, transparent, and human, and finally more ethical, and this is what we strive to implement every day. 💚

So join us to shape the future of work together! To know more about us: www.cleverconnect.group

(BDR) – DACH Market (f/m/d) | Munich

Join our growing Sales team and play a key role in accelerating CleverConnect's growth across the DACH region.

At CleverConnect, we believe that successful sales start with meaningful conversations and a deep understanding of customer challenges. As a Business Development Representative, you will be at the forefront of our growth strategy, identifying new opportunities, engaging decision-makers, and creating qualified pipeline for our Account Executives.

This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious sales professional looking to develop a successful SaaS sales career while learning from experienced leaders in a fast-paced, AI-driven environment.

About the Role

We are looking for a Business Development Representative (BDR) to support our growth in the DACH market.

In this role, you will focus on generating qualified sales opportunities through outbound prospecting, strategic account targeting, and multi-channel outreach. You will work closely with Account Executives, Marketing, and Revenue Operations to identify high-potential prospects and convert them into qualified meetings.

Beyond prospecting, we are looking for someone who wants to learn, grow, and eventually evolve into a more advanced sales role. This position offers a unique opportunity to build a strong foundation in enterprise SaaS sales while helping shape our lead generation strategy.

 

Your Responsibilities

Pipeline Generation & Prospecting

• Identify and target new accounts across the DACH market

• Research companies, decision-makers, and key stakeholders

• Build and execute outbound prospecting campaigns

• Engage prospects through email, LinkedIn, phone calls, and other channels

• Generate qualified meetings for Account Executives

• Maintain a healthy and predictable sales pipeline

Account-Based Outreach

• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Revenue Operations to define target accounts and ideal customer profiles

• Develop personalized outreach strategies for strategic accounts

• Understand customer pain points and articulate CleverConnect's value proposition

• Identify decision-makers and key influencers within target organizations

Sales Collaboration

• Work closely with Account Executives to ensure smooth handover of qualified opportunities

• Contribute market insights and feedback from prospect interactions

• Participate in pipeline reviews and sales planning activities

• Continuously improve prospecting approaches and messaging

Process & Tools

• Leverage modern sales technologies and AI-powered tools to improve efficiency

• Maintain accurate CRM data and activity tracking

• Experiment with new prospecting techniques and outreach strategies

• Contribute to the evolution of CleverConnect's lead generation playbook

Your Environment

You will be supported by a modern sales and marketing ecosystem including:

• HubSpot CRM

• LinkedIn Sales Navigator

• Clay

• The Growth Machine

• AI-powered prospecting tools

You will also work closely with:

• Revenue Operations experts

• Marketing and Lead Generation specialists

• Experienced Account Executives and Sales Leadership

Who You Are

Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in Business Development, Sales Development, Lead Generation, or B2B Sales

• Experience in a SaaS or technology environment is a strong advantage

• Comfortable prospecting and engaging new customers

• Motivated by targets, growth, and continuous learning

Mindset

• Hands-on and action-oriented

• Resilient and persistent

• Curious and eager to learn

• Highly collaborative and team-oriented

• Comfortable receiving feedback and coaching

• Excited by the opportunity to build a long-term career in sales

Working Style

• Thrives in agile and fast-moving environments

• Enjoys taking ownership and driving initiatives

• Comfortable working with ambiguity and evolving processes

• Able to balance autonomy with teamwork

Required

• Native German speaker

• Fluent English speaker

• Experience in outbound prospecting or business development

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders

• Based in Munich or willing to relocate

Nice to Have

• SaaS sales experience

• Experience selling to HR, Talent Acquisition, or Enterprise customers

• Familiarity with LinkedIn Sales Navigator, HubSpot, Clay, or similar tools

• Exposure to AI-driven sales technologies

• Previous experience in a startup or scale-up environment

Why Join Us

Build Your Sales Career

• Learn enterprise SaaS sales from experienced professionals
• Develop skills in prospecting, pipeline generation, and strategic selling
• Gain exposure to complex sales cycles and enterprise customers
• Clear opportunity to evolve into an Account Executive role

Make an Impact

• Play a critical role in driving company growth
• Help shape our lead generation strategy
• Work directly with decision-makers and leadership

Join an Innovative Company

• Be part of a leading AI-first HR technology platform
• Contribute to the future of talent acquisition across Europe
• Work in a collaborative, ambitious, and international environment

Recruitment Process

1. HR Interview
2. Manager Interview 
3. Sales Simulation / Role Play Exercise
4. Meeting with Key Stakeholders
5. Final Validation
6. Offer

We are fully committed to treating our candidates, colleagues, and partners equally, regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, physical appearance, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.