Business Development Representative (BDR) - Hybrid Role, NYC

**About Us:
**Escape is a leader in AI-driven cybersecurity startup rapidly expanding across North America and Europe, with recognition from Y Combinator, Forbes 30 Under 30, and France 2030. As a deep tech company, innovation is in our DNA, and our team is united by a passion for technology. Join our team, bringing the technical advancements our R&D and Engineering teams achieve to the wider market of companies looking to advance their defense against vulnerabilities and hackers.

**Job Summary:
**We are seeking a motivated and energetic Business Development Representative (BDR) to support our sales and marketing initiatives. This role requires a blend of account research, campaign development, and effective messaging targeted at our ideal customer profile (ICP). The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating resilience and a strong understanding of business factors and buyer journeys across industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Account Research: Conduct thorough research on target accounts to identify potential leads and understand their business needs.
• Marketing Campaigns: Write and develop compelling marketing campaigns that resonate with identified target accounts. Outbound with e-mail, LinkedIn, phone calls, etc.
• Precise Messaging: Craft clear and effective messaging tailored to specific target accounts, ensuring alignment with their needs and pain points.
• ICP Refinement: Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to refine our ideal customer profile (ICP) based on insights gained from account research and buyer interactions.
• Buyer Journey Understanding: Demonstrate a strong understanding of business factors and buyer journeys across various industries to inform outreach strategies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with sales and marketing teams to align strategies, share insights, and drive lead generation efforts.
• Self-Motivation & Resilience: Exhibit high energy, self-motivation, and resilience in pursuing leads and overcoming challenges.
• Technology Interest: Stay informed about industry trends, particularly in security and artificial intelligence, to effectively engage prospects.
• Attending Conferences: Participate at cybersecurity industry events (BSides, RSA, DEF CON, etc) as an active part of the lead-generation team and a professional representation of Escape.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in sales development or a related field is required.
• High level of organization and urgency in managing tasks and priorities.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a team-oriented environment.
• A genuine interest in technology, particularly in the areas of security and AI.
• Able to work from NYC office 2-3 days per week.

**Why Join Us?
**At Escape, we offer a vibrant work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a chance to be part of groundbreaking developments in technology. If you’re passionate about driving business growth and thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, we’d love to hear from you! Every employee is eligible to receive equity at Escape.

**To Apply:
**Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience and why you’re a great fit for this role.

• Resume Interview with Hiring Manager, US Director
• Sales Challenge Interview with Hiring Manager, US Director
• Panel Interview with CEO, Sales Team
• Offer