Manager, Business Development
Lead a team of Business Development Representatives to drive pipeline generation and develop talent at Square.
AI in the day-to-day
We may use automated AI tools to evaluate job applications for efficiency and consistency.
Requirements
- Experience
- 3+ years
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In this role, the Manager of Business Development at Block oversees a team of 10-15 Business Development Representatives, focusing on outbound prospecting and pipeline generation. The position requires a strong background in sales development, with an emphasis on coaching and data analysis to enhance team performance and achieve pipeline goals. Ideal candidates will have experience leading high-performing sales teams and a deep understanding of outbound strategies. This role is suited for someone passionate about talent development and driving impactful business relationships.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today on Joblaze — tracked directly from Block's career page.
- Block has 249 other open roles including Silicon Product and Test Engineer, Manager, Business Development, Finance & Strategy Manager.
Quick facts
- Is the Manager, Business Development role remote?
- It's hybrid — Block expects some on-site time in Melbourne, Australia.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 3 years of relevant experience for this Manager, Business Development role.
- Where is the role based?
- Block is hiring for this position in Melbourne, Australia.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Block targets lead candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Manager, Business Development role at Block.
From the original posting
Square is looking for a dynamic Sales Leader to lead a team of 10-15 Business Development Representatives who are the front line to our growth engine. Our Business Development Team generates pipeline, identifies ideal customers, and set the foundation for long-term partnerships that help businesses thrive.
As a BDR Manager, you'll build a high-performing team that doesn't just hit numbers—they understand our merchants, represent our values, and create exceptional first impressions. You'll coach, motivate, and develop your team while partnering cross-functionally to refine our go-to-market strategy.
If you're energized by developing talent, obsessed with pipeline quality, and want to directly impact how thousands of businesses discover Square, this role is for you.
You will:
- Manage, coach, and develop a team of 10-15 Business Development Representatives focused on outbound prospecting and pipeline generation
- Build a culture of accountability, growth mindset, and healthy competition where top performers thrive and everyone improves
- Own the team's pipeline generation goals, ensuring consistent achievement of monthly and quarterly SQL and meeting targets
- Analyze funnel metrics to identify opportunities for improvement in outreach volume, conversion rates, and meeting quality
- Work closely with Sales leadership to ensure pipeline meets quality standards and converts downstream
- Implement best practices around prospecting, messaging, personalization, and outreach cadence
- Partner with Marketing, Sales Ops, and Sales leadership to refine ideal customer profiles, territory strategy, and account prioritization
- Test and iterate on messaging, channels, and tactics to improve response rates and engagement
- Develop scalable coaching frameworks, onboarding programs, and performance management systems
- Contribute to the broader BDR function strategy and share learnings across teams
You have:
- 3+ years of experience in sales development, business development, or outbound sales, with at least 1+ years in a leadership or coaching capacity
- Proven track record of managing and developing high-performing BDR/SDR/Sales teams that consistently meet or exceed pipeline targets
- Deep understanding of outbound prospecting motions: cold calling, email sequencing, social selling, multi-channel outreach
- Experience coaching sellers on messaging, objection handling, qualification, and activity management
- Data-driven mindset: Comfortable analyzing metrics, identifying trends, and using insights to drive decisions
Application Guidelines
Candidates may submit up to 9 active applications within a 60-day period. Reapplications to the same role are accepted 90 days after a previous application has been reviewed.
Use of AI in Our Hiring Process
We may use automated AI tools to evaluate job applications for efficiency and consistency. These tools comply with local regulations, including bias audits, and we handle all personal data in accordance with state and local privacy laws.
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Every benefit we offer is designed with one goal: empowering you to do the best work of your career while building the life you want. Remote work, medical insurance, flexible time off, retirement savings plans, and modern family planning are just some of our offering. Check out our other benefits at Block.
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