Sales Development Representative - Outreach Specialist

Copper Run Capital LLC • Columbus, OH

23d • Onsite

About The Position

Copper Run is seeking an Outreach Specialist to join their team at their Columbus headquarters. This role offers direct, hands-on exposure to the buy-side M&A process without requiring a finance background. The Outreach Specialist is the first point of contact for prospects and plays a crucial role in setting the tone for future deals. This is an in-office position.

Requirements

• 0-3 years of phone-based lead generation, inside sales, SDR/BDR, or related internship experience
• Comfort and confidence with cold-calling and outbound sales
• Outstanding communication and phone presence
• Strong internet research skills
• Ability to handle objections and keep prospects moving to the next step
• Sharp, quick thinking under pressure
• Ability to demonstrate Copper Run’s Values: Trust, Rigor, Edge and Drive

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in business preferred, not required

Responsibilities

• Source and originate connections and target companies for leading private equity firms and strategic acquirers through phone and email outreach
• Partner with deal teams to build scripts and outreach strategies that resonate with business owners
• Warm-call, cold-call, and email prospects from provided lists to qualify targets for a Copper Run introductory meeting
• Research and vet leads against our CRM to flag existing clients, targets, or prospects
• Track and document every interaction in the CRM

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and annual bonus potential, commensurate with experience
• Uncapped incentive commission opportunity – no ceiling on what you can earn
• Medical, dental, vision
• 401(k)
• Flexible Time Off
• Company-provided lunch in-office each day
• Collaborative, energetic, competitive culture
• Informal mentoring from senior bankers – learn the deal business from the people doing it

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level