Business Development Representative

About Knak

Knak is a mission-driven company dedicated to empowering creativity. Our leading SaaS platform enables marketers to efficiently create enterprise-level emails and landing pages that drive campaign success and maintain brand consistency. Built by marketers for marketers, our tool enhances productivity and conversion rates in marketing automation, all while maintaining a fun work environment.

Role Overview

We are looking for a dynamic Business Development Representative to identify and engage new business prospects. This position requires a passionate, focused, and inquisitive individual who excels in relationship building and driving new business growth through effective communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate new leads using strategic sales approaches.
• Reach out to potential clients through cold calling, emailing, and innovative outreach methods.
• Communicate the value of our products by identifying client needs and recommending fitting solutions.
• Establish and maintain long-term trust-based relationships with prospects and clients.
• Continuously research potential markets and partnerships to uncover business opportunities.
• Follow up on dormant leads and existing clients to create new possibilities.
• Remain informed about product updates, services, and pricing options.
• Contribute insights toward enhancing our outbound sales strategy.

Required Qualifications and Attributes

• University degree, preferably in Commerce or STEM fields.
• Experience in customer-facing roles or service environments.
• Familiarity with sales metrics and how to apply them.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• A natural curiosity and high confidence.

What We Provide

At Knak, we prioritize culture, customers, product excellence, and growth. Recognized as one of Ottawa's Best Places to Work 2025, we offer competitive salaries, company equity, comprehensive benefits, paid vacation, life leave days, regular team lunches, and off-site events. Most importantly, we are committed to supporting your career development in a positive and inclusive workplace.

Diversity and Inclusion

We encourage all candidates, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, culture, ability, sexual orientation, or background, to apply. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process to ensure accessibility and fairness.

Additional Notes

Our recruitment includes AI-assisted screening and video interviews with human decision-making. This position is actively hiring.