Sales Development Manager

Sales Development Manager

Full-Time 50000 - 65000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Sydney Brookes

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and develop a team of SDRs while owning the outbound sales strategy.
  • Company: Join an innovative AI-native HR platform backed by top investors.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, growth opportunities, and direct influence on company success.
  • Other info: Dynamic role in a 50-person company with a focus on innovation.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a high-growth environment with your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: 2+ years managing a BDR/SDR team and strong cold calling experience required.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 Β£ per year.

We've partnered with an AI-native HR platform backed by leading investors, and we're looking for a Sales Development Team Leader to own and elevate their outbound function. You'll be a player-coach leading a team of 4 SDRs β€” setting the standard for cold calling excellence and building the playbook from the ground up. This is a high-impact role at a 50-person company, reporting directly to senior leadership, with real influence over how they grow.

What you'll do:

  • Lead, coach, and develop 4 SDRs through call reviews, 1:1s, and hands-on deal support
  • Own outbound strategy end-to-end: playbook, ICP targeting, and cold calling as the primary channel
  • Build AI-assisted sequences using tools like Clay, Lemlist, and LinkedIn Sales Navigator
  • Partner with AEs and RevOps for tight pipeline handoffs and strong conversion rates
  • Use data and analytics to diagnose underperformance and continuously raise the bar

What we're looking for:

  • 2+ years managing a BDR/SDR team β€” this is a hard requirement
  • 5–10 years of total outbound B2B SaaS sales experience
  • Genuinely strong cold caller β€” you can do it yourself and coach others to excel
  • Comfortable carrying ~30% IC contribution alongside team management
  • Experience in a high-growth, VC-backed B2B SaaS environment (YC background a bonus)

Sales Development Manager employer: Sydney Brookes

Sydney Brookes is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of London. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring our team members thrive in their careers while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a vibrant city known for its tech advancements. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and rewards your success.

Sydney Brookes

Contact Details:

Sydney Brookes Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Sales Development Manager

Team Leadership
Coaching Skills
Cold Calling Excellence
Outbound Strategy Development
Playbook Creation
ICP Targeting
AI-assisted Sales Tools (e.g., Clay, Lemlist, LinkedIn Sales Navigator)