Job description

Hello, we’re Instrumentl. 👋 Grants fund nonprofit work, but they also create some of the toughest operational challenges. Every grant brings its own deadlines, spending restrictions, reporting requirements, and commitments, so managing that complexity across fundraising, finance, and HR requires more than spreadsheets. Instrumentl is the system of record for grants. We bring discovery, applications, award compliance, and grant operations into one platform, giving nonprofits a shared foundation to grow their revenue and impact. More than 6,000 nonprofits rely on Instrumentl, from local community groups to state and county governments, universities, and maybe even your local animal shelter. We're a cash flow positive, YC-backed company building our next chapter, and we're hiring people who will shape and grow the impact of the nonprofit sector. About the role: We’re hiring an Inbound Sales Development Representative , reporting to the Senior Sales Development Manager, to be the first point of contact for nonprofits and universities reaching out to learn about Instrumentl. You’ll qualify inbound leads, run high-volume outreach to warm prospects, and set up the sales team to close, all while helping mission-driven organizations access the funding they need to grow their impact. This role is perfect for a sales professional early on in their career, or someone looking to career switch into sales, that wants to help some of the best organizations in the world. What you'll do: Inbound Lead Management Qualify and respond to inbound leads quickly, with warmth and strong attention to detail Drive top-of-funnel volume through calls and emails, with a target of 400+ dials per week Book 10+ demos for the team every week through top of funnel outreach (we have people doing more than 10/week today) Win over organizations with fast follow-through, strong attention to detail, and palpable customer empathy Pipeline & Collaboration Track and document account and decision-maker details in our CRM to set the team up to close Learn how Instrumentl’s value proposition applies to different types of organizations so you can engage in high-quality conversations Surface insights and blockers from prospect conversations to improve our pitch and process What you'll bring: Required You have spent at least one (1) year selling, or 3+ years in another industry and want to get into sales You are comfortable in fast-paced environments, and you bring a dose of humility and a sense of humor to work every day You welcome feedback, champion new ideas, and encourage others to do likewise You’re curious and are constantly getting to the bottom of things You have a bias towards action You don’t mind rolling up your sleeves and doing hard work You have excellent written and verbal communication skills Nice to Have Internship or leadership experience Interest in startups or the nonprofit sector Familiarity with CRM tools or sales engagement platforms Compensation & benefits: For US-based candidates, the target compensation for this role is $65,000 base salary plus $25,000 variable, for an OTE of $90,000 . Final compensation is determined based on experience, skillset, scope of responsibility, interview performance, and geographic location. We’re committed to paying competitively and equitably. Benefits 100% covered health, dental, and vision insurance for employees (50% for dependents) Generous PTO, including parental leave 401(k) Company laptop and home-office stipend Bi-annual company retreats Instrumentl is evolving rapidly. You’ll always have new challenges and opportunities to grow here. Instrumentl is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

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Hello, we’re Instrumentl. 👋
We're a cash flow positive, YC-backed company building our next chapter, and we're hiring people who will shape and grow the impact of the nonprofit sector.
This role is perfect for a sales professional early on in their career, or someone looking to career switch into sales, that wants to help some of the best organizations in the world.
Inbound Lead Management
Qualify and respond to inbound leads quickly, with warmth and strong attention to detail
Drive top-of-funnel volume through calls and emails, with a target of 400+ dials per week
Book 10+ demos for the team every week through top of funnel outreach (we have people doing more than 10/week today)
Win over organizations with fast follow-through, strong attention to detail, and palpable customer empathy
Pipeline & Collaboration
Track and document account and decision-maker details in our CRM to set the team up to close
Learn how Instrumentl’s value proposition applies to different types of organizations so you can engage in high-quality conversations
Surface insights and blockers from prospect conversations to improve our pitch and process
You have spent at least one (1) year selling, or 3+ years in another industry and want to get into sales
You are comfortable in fast-paced environments, and you bring a dose of humility and a sense of humor to work every day
You welcome feedback, champion new ideas, and encourage others to do likewise
You’re curious and are constantly getting to the bottom of things
You have a bias towards action
You don’t mind rolling up your sleeves and doing hard work
You have excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice-to-haves

Internship or leadership experience
Interest in startups or the nonprofit sector
Familiarity with CRM tools or sales engagement platforms

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Effort: quick

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Dental

Vision

401(K)

Pto

Parental Leave