Job Description & How to Apply Below
Reading, England time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R13305
We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We’re driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work: At Proofpoint, you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity, guided by our BRAVE core values:
Bold in how we dream and innovate, Responsive to feedback, challenges, and opportunities, Accountable for results and best-in-class outcomes, Visionary in future-focused problem-solving, Exceptional in execution and impact.
** The Role
** Proofpoint is seeking a Business Development Representative to join our team and help generate qualified sales opportunities for our Field sales team.
This position will report to the Manager, Business Development UK&I and will work closely with the regional sales and marketing teams to generate sales accepted leads via multiple channels with a mix of inbound (lead follow-up) and outbound (prospecting) activities.
As a Business Development Representative, you will be responsible for gathering intelligence and developing a deep understanding of your assigned accounts. You will then action this intelligence to connect our sales team with influencers and decision makers within the prospect accounts and across all vertical markets.
You will work closely with both Account Management and Marketing to define and execute a successful account-based sales strategy for the UK&I region.
** Your day-to-day
*** Qualify and develop inbound and outbound sales accepted leads and respond to product inquiries, as well as follow up on all leads generated by marketing and convert initial interest into sales accepted leads.
* Gather actionable intelligence (competition, projects, purchase intent, etc.) for the list of accounts that you will be responsible for.
* Manage email campaigns to generate new sales prospects as well as manage cold-calling telephone-based campaigns to generate new sales prospects.
* Complete accurate tracking of communication with current and potential customers in
* Schedule demonstrations between the Commercial Sales team members and potential customers
** Qualifications
* ** Highly motivated individual with a competitive personality and good attention to detail
* Excellent phone and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written) as well as organisational skills
* Previous experience working and succeeding in a goal-driven environment preferred
* Experience working with or other CRM is a bonus.
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Learning & Development:
We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.
• Flexible work environment: [Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.].
• Annual wellness and community outreach days
• Always on recognition for your contributions
• Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Our Culture:
Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to We can’t wait to hear from you!
Find your network, your allies, and your biggest fans. We know that work is simply better when you’re surrounded by people who inspire you—who share ideas, cheer you on, and genuinely want to see you succeed. That’s why we offer social circles, sponsored networks, and connection points across teams and time zones—to help you find your people, build your community, and thrive together.
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