Join Okta as a Sales Development Representative to drive strategic outbound prospecting and generate high-quality sales opportunities.
Posted by employer 4 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 4 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 8 hours ago
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, years of experience, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Sales Development Representative at Okta focuses on identifying and engaging key decision-makers within target enterprise accounts to generate a robust sales pipeline. This role requires expertise in outbound prospecting, effective communication, and proficiency with sales tools like Salesforce and Outreach. It is well-suited for individuals with a results-driven mindset and a background in complex sales environments, offering a clear path for career advancement within a dynamic cybersecurity company.
Quick facts
- Is the Sales Development Representative role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Sydney, Australia.
- Where is the role based?
- Okta is hiring for this position in Sydney, Australia.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Outreach, Salesforce.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Okta targets junior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Sales Development Representative role at Okta.
From the original posting
Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human
Our team is looking for a Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join our sales organization. This isn't just about hitting call numbers; it's about strategically identifying, engaging, and qualifying high-value target accounts to generate significant pipeline and fuel Okta's continued market leadership.
If you have a hunger for exceeding targets and a desire to work on complex, enterprise-level opportunities, we want to talk to you. This role offers a direct pathway to further your career in a dynamic, fast-growing cybersecurity environment.
What You'll Do (Your Impact):
- Spearhead Strategic Outbound Prospecting: You'll own the identification and engagement of key decision-makers within target enterprise accounts, employing sophisticated, multi-channel outreach strategies (call, email, social selling, video).
- Generate High-Quality Pipeline: Go beyond lead generation. You'll deeply qualify, nurture, and convert prospects into sales-ready meetings and opportunities for our elite Account Executive team.
- Become an Okta Evangelist: Master Okta's value proposition and articulate how our solutions address critical business challenges and deliver tangible outcomes for diverse enterprise clients.
- Collaborate for Success: Partner closely with Account Executives, Field Marketing, and Product Specialists to develop targeted campaigns, refine messaging, and ensure seamless deal progression.
- Data-Driven Execution: Leverage our best-in-class SaaS toolkit (Salesforce, Outreach, etc.) to meticulously manage your pipeline, track engagement, and identify insights for continuous improvement.
- Exceed Expectations: Consistently achieve and surpass monthly/quarterly quotas for qualified opportunities and pipeline contribution.
- Represent Okta: Act as a brand ambassador at industry events (virtual and in-person), building your network and uncovering new opportunities.
What You Bring (Your Expertise):
- Master of Outbound: Expertise in crafting compelling messaging, cold calling, objection handling, and leveraging modern sales engagement platforms (e.g., Outreach, SalesLoft).
- Exceptional Communicator: Articulate, persuasive, and engaging, with outstanding written and verbal communication skills tailored for senior-level interactions.
- Strategic & Results-Oriented: A self-starter with a hunter mentality, driven by results and capable of developing and executing strategic prospecting plans.
- Consultative Approach: Skilled in active listening, uncovering nuanced customer needs, and aligning them with relevant solutions.
- Tech Savvy: Proficient with CRM (Salesforce preferred) and other sales productivity tools. Quick to learn and adapt to new technologies.
- Resilient & Adaptable: Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment and can navigate change effectively.
- Organizational Prowess: Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Why Okta?
- Impact & Visibility: Play a crucial role in Okta's growth engine, with direct contribution to revenue.
- Career Advancement: Clear pathways for high-performing SDRs to progress into Account Executive roles, leadership, or other strategic positions within the organization.
- World-Class Product & Team: Represent an industry-leading identity solution and collaborate with talented, passionate professionals.
- Continuous Learning: Access to ongoing training and development to hone your skills and deepen your cybersecurity knowledge.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We reward success and offer a comprehensive package, including amazing perks.
If you're ready to make a significant impact and accelerate your career with a market leader, apply today!
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