Sales Development Representative

Lish is hiring 2-3 Sales Development Representatives for a 4-6 week contract-to-hire program in Seattle. The role centers on outbound prospecting to spark opportunities and engage with decision-makers at mid-market and enterprise companies, all within a hybrid in-office schedule. A successful trial can lead to a full-time SDR position.

Responsibilities

• Perform outbound prospecting via email, phone, and LinkedIn to initiate conversations
• Initiate discussions with decision-makers at mid-size and enterprise firms
• Qualify prospects and secure meetings for the Lish Sales team
• Keep prospect and activity data accurate in the CRM
• Collaborate with the Account Executive to refine messaging and outreach tactics
• Learn the basics of B2B pipeline development and outbound sales
• Track activity metrics and meetings booked

Requirements

• Enjoy meeting new people and starting conversations with professionals you have not met
• Competitive mindset and motivation to hit targets and improve performance
• Coachable and eager to learn how successful sales teams operate
• Organized, able to manage multiple prospects and follow-ups
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Interest in sales, startups, or business development
• Recent college graduate or early career professional pursuing a sales path
• Clear verbal communication for an effective phone presence
• Fast learner who adapts well in a fast-paced environment
• Comfort handling high-volume daily outreach
• Desire to understand client challenges and offer relevant solutions
• Solid writing skills for email and LinkedIn outreach
• Open to feedback and continuous improvement
• Experience with CRM tools, sales outreach, or customer-facing work is a plus but not required
• Residence in the Greater Seattle area with regular in-office attendance required
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship (now or in the future)

Compensation

• Annual salary range listed: USD 60,000 - 80,000
• Contract term: paid 4-6 weeks with potential to convert to full-time
• Full-time SDR base salary range: USD 50,000 - 58,000 plus commission and benefits

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Work from home support

Education

• Bachelor's degree required

Location and Work Authorization

• Location: Seattle, WA 98134; hybrid work arrangement with three days per week in the office
• Ability to commute and reside in the Greater Seattle area; in-office attendance required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship