About the job
Join Legible as a Business Development Representative (BDR) in Austin, TX (In-Office) and become a pivotal player in our growth journey.
About Us
At Legible, we are a dynamic, fast-growing vertical SaaS company that empowers organizations to navigate state-level legislation in real time. Our innovative AI-driven platform provides government affairs teams, lobbyists, trade associations, and policy professionals with immediate insights into legislative developments, eliminating the need for cumbersome manual tracking and speculation.
We are at an exhilarating turning point in our journey:
• Approximately 120 paying customers
• Proven product-market fit
• Over 50% demo-to-close conversion rate
• $2.6M in seed funding from a supportive venture capital partner
With strong demand for our services, our primary challenge is to engage with more of the right customers.
The Role
We are seeking a proactive Business Development Representative (BDR) to drive the next phase of our growth at Legible. In this strategic role, you will collaborate closely with the CEO and our Founding Account Executive to identify high-value accounts, penetrate them effectively, and build a robust pipeline of qualified leads for closure.
This is not a standard telemarketing position; it is a high-impact role where you will gain invaluable insights into building a successful sales organization and play a crucial part in its development.
For the right candidate, this position offers a clear path to transition into an Account Executive role.
Key Responsibilities
• Identify and research high-value target accounts within government affairs, policy, and advocacy sectors
• Develop and implement strategic outbound initiatives (via email, LinkedIn, phone) to connect with key stakeholders
• Create detailed account plans and establish multiple points of contact within organizations
• Generate qualified meetings for the CEO and Founding AE
• Collaborate closely with sales leadership to enhance messaging and targeting strategies
• Utilize inbound, Product-Led Growth (PLG), and referral signals to prioritize outreach efforts
• Track activities and manage your pipeline in our CRM system
• Continuously assess and refine outreach strategies to boost conversion rates
Success Metrics
Within the first 6–12 months, you will:
• Consistently secure high-quality meetings with qualified prospects
• Develop expertise in Legible's Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) and buyer personas
• Establish repeatable outbound strategies that yield measurable results
• Amplify the volume of sales conversations for the team
• Position yourself for growth into an Account Executive role
Ideal Candidate Profile
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in sales, business development, or a related field
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in leveraging social media and digital tools for outreach
• Ability to analyze data and adjust strategies accordingly

