Sales Development Representative- Talent Fulfillment

What We Need

The Sales Development Representative for the Talent Fulfillment team at Clasp is responsible for building and maintaining strong partnerships with academic institutions, student organizations, and career services to drive lead generation and build a robust school pipeline. This role involves managing outreach campaigns, responding to social engagement, and collaborating closely with the Talent Fulfillment team to ensure a seamless school recruitment process. The ideal candidate is results-driven, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

About Clasp

Clasp is a venture-backed, mission-driven startup transforming access to education and career pathways. We are revolutionizing the way employers attract and retain critical talent, while simultaneously tackling the student debt crisis. (Yep, we think BIG.) Our innovative platform meaningfully connects employers, educational institutions, and diverse talent to drive mutual benefit—using accessible education financing as the thread. We like to think of ourselves as more than a fintech; we’re a catalyst for economic mobility.

A Forbes Fintech 50 company, portfolio company of SHRM (Society of Human Resource Management — the largest HR organization out there!) and recipient of “43 Start Ups to Bet Your Career On in 2025” by Business Insider, Clasp is driven by our commitment to social impact and innovation. We are reshaping the future of the workforce one opportunity at a time. Join us on our journey to give power to learners and unlock fulfilling careers that drive positive change in their communities and beyond.

What You'll Do

• Establish and nurture relationships with schools, career services, and student organizations to build a consistent pipeline of potential program participants
• Support lead generation efforts, leveraging both digital and traditional recruitment channels
• Monitor and analyze campaign performance, making data-driven adjustments to maximize results
• Manage outreach pipelines, track progress, and collaborate with the Talent Fulfillment team to ensure alignment on goals
• Support student conversion efforts
• Respond to social media engagement and manage LinkedIn messaging efforts to engage school partners and prospective students
• Maintain detailed records of school outreach and progress within CRM systems
• Collaborate with internal teams to align outreach and engagement efforts with broader company goals
  
  
  

What You'll Need

• 2+ years of experience in recruitment, business development, or partnership management
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple outreach efforts simultaneously
• Drive and willingness to proactively contact and engage potential partners
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships
• Analytical mindset with moderate experience in pipeline management and data analysis
• High level of autonomy and ability to execute tasks with minimal supervision
• Familiarity with CRM systems, applicant tracking software, or digital recruitment tools
• Prior experience in agency recruitment, business development, higher education, or a startup environment is a plus
  
  
  

What We Give In Return

• Competitive cash and equity compensation
• Health benefits (health, dental, & vision), 401k
• Commuter benefits
• Flexible PTO policy
• Opportunities to grow and perform in a fast-paced environment alongside a stellar team
  
  
  

If you are a highly driven individual with a passion for technology, and you thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Join us in revolutionizing the workforce solution industry and making a meaningful impact on businesses worldwide. Apply now to be a part of our growing team!

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Clasp is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The salary range for this position is competitive and will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and industry knowledge, ranging between $70,000 to $85,000 annually. In addition to the base salary, we offer an attractive equity component as part of our compensation package, providing an opportunity for eligible employees to share in the success and growth of our company. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and benefits packages to attract and retain top talent.