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Business Development Representative

AnthropicSan Francisco, CA | New York City, NYSales
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
19 Aug 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Business Development Representative role at Anthropic is an exciting opportunity based in San Francisco, California or New York City, New York, designed for professionals eager to drive the adoption of safe, frontier artificial intelligence systems. This position is a great fit for strategic thinkers with a passion for artificial intelligence who want to empower sales teams by optimizing lead management and uncovering fresh market opportunities.

Role Overview

As a Business Development Representative, the primary objective is to streamline the sales pipeline and identify untapped potential within the AI sector. Working closely with sales teams, this position takes full ownership of pipeline-generating activities within a specific territory. By managing inbound leads, conducting initial qualifications, and executing strategic outbound initiatives, the incumbent enables the sales organization to concentrate on high-value revenue-generating tasks.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain full ownership of pipeline-generating activities across an assigned sales territory.
Collaborate closely with sales teams to understand specific needs and optimize lead handoff procedures.
Manage, prioritize, and qualify a high volume of inbound leads alongside high-potential prospects.
Execute outbound strategies targeting strategic prospects to generate high-intent opportunities with Startup and Enterprise teams.
Support the creation and execution of strategic outbound initiatives.
Deliver data-driven insights to inform overall sales strategies and resource allocation.
Continuously refine operational processes to boost overall efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

Possess 2 to 3 plus years of experience in a fast-paced startup, with a preference for lead management and project management backgrounds, or equivalent experience in fields such as finance, investment banking, consulting, or software engineering.
Strong analytical abilities capable of translating raw data into actionable insights.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills suited for a dynamic work environment.
A bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Familiarity with a location-based hybrid policy requiring staff to work from an office at least 25% of the time.

Nice to Have

Practical experience using Salesforce, HubSpot, and SQL.
A demonstrated passion for AI and machine learning, coupled with an understanding of API-first or consumption-based business models.

Skills and Tools

Lead management and project management
Data analysis and translation of data into insights
Outbound prospecting and strategic outbound initiatives
Salesforce and HubSpot CRM platforms
SQL
Communication and interpersonal collaboration

Salary and Benefits

The annual compensation range for this role features an On Target Earnings (OTE) structure, which includes both sales commissions or bonuses targets and an annual base salary ranging from $116,480 to $131,040 USD. Additional perks include competitive compensation and benefits, optional equity donation matching, generous vacation and parental leave, flexible working hours, visa sponsorship support with an immigration lawyer, and a collaborative office space.

About the Company

Anthropic operates as a public benefit corporation dedicated to building reliable, interpretable, and steerable artificial intelligence systems that remain safe and beneficial for society. The organization functions as a cohesive team of researchers, engineers, policy experts, and business leaders who approach AI research as an empirical science akin to physics and biology.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in this position should visit the official Anthropic careers page to submit an application and review open positions safely.

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Questions candidates ask

What locations is this role available in?

This position is located in San Francisco, California or New York City, New York, operating under a location-based hybrid policy requiring staff to be in the office at least 25% of the time.

What is the salary range for the Business Development Representative role?

The On Target Earnings (OTE) range for this role is between $116,480 and $131,040 USD annually, which incorporates both the base salary and sales commissions or bonuses targets.

What background or experience is required?

Candidates should have 2 to 3 plus years of experience in a fast-paced startup focusing on lead management and project management, or equivalent experience in finance, investment banking, consulting, or software engineering, along with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Does Anthropic offer visa sponsorship for this position?

Yes, Anthropic does sponsor visas and retains an immigration lawyer to assist candidates who receive an offer, though they cannot guarantee sponsorship for every role or candidate.

What tools and technical skills are preferred?

Experience with Salesforce, HubSpot, and SQL is preferred for this position.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Anthropic careers page.

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