Business Development Representative (BDR)

IRIS Software Group | Manchester

No experience needed — full training provided!

IRIS Software Group is one of the UK’s largest privately held software companies and a global leader in mission-critical payroll, HR, accountancy, and education software. We support over 100,000 customers in 135 countries, and we’re growing fast.

We’re looking for a motivated, outgoing, and ambitious BDR to join our high-performing sales team. If you love speaking to people, are curious about tech, and want a career with real progression — this is your launchpad

What You’ll Be Doing

• Reaching out to businesses through calls, emails, LinkedIn, and events
• Speaking with potential customers to understand their needs
• Qualifying leads and booking meetings for our Account Executives
• Learning the ins and outs of our HR, payroll, and accountancy products
• Updating the CRM with activity and insights
• Working closely with the wider sales and marketing teams
• Hitting monthly goals for outreach and meetings booked

✨ What We’re Looking For (No Experience Needed!)

• Positive, energetic attitude
• ️ Confident communicator — you enjoy speaking with people
• Willingness to learn and take on feedback
• Driven, motivated, and excited by targets
• Comfortable picking up the phone
• Team player with a collaborative mindset
• Basic computer skills — we’ll train you in everything else!

No sales experience? No problem. If you bring the attitude, we’ll teach you the rest

What You’ll Gain

• Full training in sales, outreach, tech products & CRM systems
• Competitive salary + uncapped commission
• ♀️ A clear progression path to Senior BDR, Account Executive, or Marketing
• Experience with one of the UK’s leading software companies
• A supportive, fun, high-energy sales culture
• Hybrid working options
• Ongoing coaching & development through IRIS’s learning pathways

Why It’s Exciting

You’ll be the first person many businesses meet from IRIS, opening doors and helping companies modernise how they run payroll, HR & accounting. This role is the perfect stepping stone for anyone who wants a career in tech, sales, or business — no background required.