Business Development Associate Careers at Block - London, United Kingdom | Apply Now!

Role Overview

Are you a high-energy sales professional with a passion for business development? Block, formerly known as Square, is hiring Business Development Associates in London, UK, to fuel our explosive growth in the payments and commerce ecosystem. Since 2009, Block has revolutionized how sellers accept payments, manage inventory, and scale their operations with integrated omnichannel solutions. From point-of-sale financial tools to Afterpay's buy-now-pay-later functionality, we're empowering merchants worldwide—from startups to enterprise giants.

As a Business Development Associate (BDR), you'll be the frontline hero in our Sales Development organization. This entry-level role is perfect for motivated individuals ready to launch their sales career. You'll prospect new merchants via cold calling, email campaigns, and social selling, qualifying leads that fit perfectly into the Block ecosystem. With a data-driven approach, you'll accelerate sales cycles, hit quotas, and unlock rapid career progression. Residence within 50km of our London office is required for this hybrid role.

Block's BDR program is designed for success: level up your earnings, gain mentorship from Account Executives, and pivot into advanced sales roles. Join a team that's building lasting businesses for sellers—and for yourself. This is your chance to thrive in a fast-paced environment where curiosity, authenticity, and sales grit are celebrated.

Key Responsibilities

In this dynamic Business Development Associate role at Block London, you'll own a diverse pipeline of prospects. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and prioritizing outreach to high-potential businesses, shortening sales cycles through strategic prospecting.
• Executing large-scale outbound campaigns: cold calls, personalized emails, LinkedIn social selling, and more.
• Employing solutions-based selling to uncover merchant challenges—like inventory management or cash flow—and positioning Block's tools as the fix.
• Qualifying leads with precision, documenting opportunities in CRM for seamless handoff to Account Executives.
• Crushing monthly quotas through relentless execution and data analysis.
• Building expertise in Block's suite: payments, POS, online selling, staff management, loans, and Afterpay.
• Collaborating cross-functionally for merchant insights and ecosystem fit.
• Leveraging mentorship to hone skills in objection handling, pipeline optimization, and multi-channel strategies.
• Tracking performance metrics to refine tactics and drive continuous improvement.
• Fostering urgency in conversations to convert prospects faster.
• Adapting to a high-growth, ever-evolving sales landscape.
• Contributing to team goals while pursuing personal development milestones.

Expect 50-70 daily touchpoints, blending phone, email, and digital outreach in a metrics-driven culture.

Qualifications

To excel as a Business Development Associate at Block in London, bring these qualifications:

• BA/BS degree or equivalent hands-on experience in sales or business.
• Unwavering desire to build a long-term sales career.
• High energy, natural sales instincts, and business acumen.
• Thrives on cold calling and outbound prospecting.
• Authentic leader who's a collaborative team player with boundless curiosity.
• Proven comfort in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• Must reside within 50km of London office.
• Strong verbal/written communication for persuasive outreach.
• Familiarity with CRM tools like Salesforce (preferred).
• Data-oriented mindset for analyzing outreach effectiveness.
• Enthusiasm for fintech, e-commerce, and merchant growth stories.

No prior sales experience required—this is an accelerator for top talent!

Salary & Benefits

Block offers competitive compensation for Business Development Associates in London: estimated $45,000-$65,000 USD base (approx. £35,000-£50,000 GBP equivalent), plus uncapped commissions tied to quota performance. Total on-target earnings can exceed $90,000 USD in year one for top performers.

Benefits package includes:

• Uncapped commission and bonus structure.
• Equity in Block for long-term wealth building.
• Comprehensive health coverage, pension matching.
• Unlimited PTO and wellness stipends.
• Sales training certifications and conferences.
• Hybrid work model post-onboarding.
• Generous parental leave.
• Employee resource groups and volunteering time.
• Discounted Block services for personal ventures.
• State-of-the-art London office perks.
• Career coaching and internal mobility.
• Team offsites and social events.

Why Join Block?

Block isn't just a company—it's a movement. We're the backbone for millions of sellers, from street vendors to global brands. In London, our team is scaling rapidly, offering unmatched growth: 70% of BDRs promote within 18 months. Work with cutting-edge tech in payments, BNPL, and POS, impacting real businesses daily. Our culture prizes authenticity, energy, and results—perfect for ambitious sales pros. London location means proximity to Europe's fintech hub, with hybrid flexibility. Join Block to build skills, earnings, and a career that scales with our sellers.

Don't miss this entry into high-impact sales. With Block's resources, you'll master BDR skills and launch toward Account Executive or leadership roles.

How to Apply

Ready to drive merchant success at Block? Submit your CV and a brief note on why sales excites you via our careers portal. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis—apply now! Shortlisted candidates enjoy interviews with sales leaders, a mock call assessment, and team meet-and-greets. We're committed to diversity; all qualified applicants encouraged. Questions? Email london.sales@block.xyz. Your sales journey starts here—seize it!