ABOUT TIDE

At Tide we help SMEs save time (and money) in the running of their businesses by not only offering business accounts and related banking services, but also a comprehensive set of highly usable and connected administrative solutions from invoicing to accounting.

Tide is transforming the small business banking market with over 1.8 million members globally across the UK, India, Germany and France.

Using advanced technology, all solutions are designed with SMEs in mind. With quick onboarding, low fees and innovative features, we thrive on making data-driven decisions to serve our mission: to help SMEs save both time (and money) so they can get back to doing what they love.

Tide facts:

Tide is available for UK, Indian, German and French SMEs
Over 1.8 million members: 800,000 UK and 1,000,000 in India and growing rapidly
Over $300 million raised in funding
Over 2,500 Tideans globally - we’re diversity champions!
We have offices in Central London, with a member support and technology centre in Sofia, Bulgaria, technology centres in Serbia, Romania, Lithuania and Hyderabad and offices in Gurugram and New Delhi, and in Berlin, Paris and Luxembourg.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Funding Options joined the Tide family in early 2023 to lead their Partner Credit Services offering. Through their panel of 100 leading lender partners, Funding Options supports UK SMEs to get the right finance in place so they can trade, plan and grow with confidence. Through their multi award-winning platform, Funding Cloud, they can effectively match customers to the right lender and finance product that best suits their needs in minutes with funding decisions in as little as 20 seconds, giving every customer a 5 Star experience whether successful or not, through our sheer professionalism and outstanding standard of customer service.

We’re looking for

A Business Development Specialist to support our Sales Team by identifying, qualifying, and nurturing potential SME customers who could benefit from commercial finance solutions. You will be the first point of contact for many of our customers, playing a crucial role in understanding their business needs and setting them up for success with our Business Finance Specialists.

Some of the things you’ll be doing:

Identifying and qualifying high-potential SME leads across inbound and outbound channels
Engaging prospective customers via calls, emails, and digital platforms to understand their finance needs
Conducting initial discovery conversations to assess eligibility and fit for funding products
Maintaining accurate and detailed records of customer interactions in Salesforce
Working closely with Sr Business Finance Specialists to hand off qualified leads
Contributing to improving outreach strategies and conversion processes
Keeping up to date with market trends, products, and lending partners
Sharing insights, lead quality feedback, and trends with sales and marketing teams

What makes you a great fit:

1–3 years of experience in a lead generation, inside sales, or B2B sales support
Exposure to financial services, fintech, or SME lending is a strong plus
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet lead qualification targets
A proactive and self-starting attitude, with a focus on delivering value
Experience with CRM systems like Salesforce is desirable
Passion for helping small businesses grow

WHAT YOU WILL GET IN RETURN

Self & Family Health Insurance
Term & Life Insurance
OPD Benefits
Mental wellbeing through Plumm
Learning & Development Budget
WFH Setup allowance
15 days of Privilege leaves
12 days of Casual leaves
12 days of Sick leaves
3 paid days off for volunteering or L&D activities
Stock Options

TIDEAN WAYS OF WORKING

At Tide, we champion a flexible workplace model that supports both in-person and remote work to cater to the specific needs of our different teams.

While remote work is supported, we believe in the power of face-to-face interactions to foster team spirit and collaboration. Our offices are designed as hubs for innovation and team-building, where we encourage regular in-person gatherings to foster a strong sense of community.

TIDE IS A PLACE FOR EVERYONE

At Tide, we believe that we can only succeed if we let our differences enrich our culture. Our Tideans come from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels. We consider everyone irrespective of their ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity or differently-abled status. We celebrate diversity in our workforce as a cornerstone of our success. Our commitment to a broad spectrum of ideas and backgrounds is what enables us to build products that resonate with our members’ diverse needs and lives.

We are One Team and foster a transparent and inclusive environment, where everyone’s voice is heard.

At Tide, we thrive on diversity, embracing various backgrounds and experiences. We welcome all individuals regardless of ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Our inclusive culture is key to our success, helping us build products that meet our members' diverse needs. We are One Team, committed to transparency and ensuring everyone’s voice is heard.

Disclaimer

It has come to our attention that individuals or agencies are falsely claiming to represent Tide and are reaching out to candidates regarding job opportunities. Please be aware that:

Tide does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
All official Tide job opportunities are listed exclusively on our Careers Page and applications should be submitted through this channel.
Communication from Tide will only come from an official @tide.co email address.
Tide does not work with agencies or recruiters without prior formal engagement, and we do not authorize third parties to make job offers on our behalf.

If you are contacted by anyone misrepresenting Tide or requesting payment, please treat it as fraudulent and report it to us immediately at talent@tide.co
Your safety and trust are important to us, and we are committed to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process.

Tide leverages AI to enhance our hiring experience. You can read more about how we use AI in our recruitment process in our AI Policy.

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Business Development Specialist (Outbound- International)