Sales Development Representative

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At M3 Communications we’re seeking a Business Development Associate to identify founders and startups that may need support in design, product development, GTM, growth, marketing, or communications, and to connect with leaders, qualify engagements, and maintain a healthy pipeline. The role combines research, outbound outreach via LinkedIn and email, and clear positioning of M3 as a strategic advisory network. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, curious about startups, comfortable starting conversations, and research-driven, with a self-starter mindset; experience in BD, partnerships, or startup ecosystems is a plus. To apply, tailor your message to the founder’s context, share concrete pipeline work, and show measurable results. Base plus performance incentives.

About M3 Communications
M3 Communications is a communications strategy and advisory firm focused on clarity, context, and long-term trust. Alongside strategic communications, we work with founders and organisations across product, design, technology, go-to-market, growth, and marketing challenges through a network of specialists and partners.

Role Overview
We are looking for a Business Development Associate who can identify and connect with founders, startups, and organisations that may need support across areas such as design, product development, code, go-to-market strategy, growth, marketing, and strategic communications.

This role focuses on scouting opportunities, building relationships with founders, and identifying situations where the right strategic support can create meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify founders, startups, and organisations that may require support in design, development, GTM, growth, marketing, or communications

• Conduct research to understand company context, stage, and potential needs

• Reach out to founders and leadership teams via LinkedIn, email, and ecosystem networks

• Build and maintain relationships with founders and operators

• Identify opportunities where M3 and its partner network can provide strategic support

• Qualify potential engagements and introduce relevant opportunities to the team

• Maintain a pipeline of leads, conversations, and partnerships

• Represent M3’s positioning clearly as a strategic advisory and partner network

Ideal Candidate

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Curious about startups, founders, and new companies being built

• Comfortable with outreach and starting conversations

• Research-driven mindset and ability to understand business context

• Self-starter who enjoys networking and identifying opportunities

Nice to Have

• Experience in business development, partnerships, or startup ecosystems

• Familiarity with product, design, growth, marketing, or communications

• Active on LinkedIn or startup communities

What You’ll Gain

• Direct exposure to founders and startup ecosystems

• Opportunity to build a strong professional network

• Learning across product, growth, communications, and strategy

• A flexible and fast-moving work environment

Compensation
Base compensation + performance-based incentives for qualified client engagements.