Business Development Associate

About the Role:

Wrike is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Business Development Associate to join our Expand sales department as part of our early-career program. As a BDA, you’ll gain exposure to all areas of sales—from outbound prospecting and customer engagement to supporting our cutting-edge AI-driven sales motion. You'll receive hands-on coaching, learn best-in-class sales and technology tools, and play a key supporting role alongside our experienced sales teams. This is an entry-level opportunity designed to prepare you for promotion into a full-time sales development, inside sales, or business development position at Wrike.

Your Impact:

• Get hands-on experience supporting lead generation, outbound prospecting, and inbound lead qualification activities.
• Rotate through different sales focus areas, learning from Business Development Representatives (BDRs), Sales Development Representatives (SDRs), and Inside Sales Representatives (ISRs).
• Help identify and research target prospects and companies across both new and existing customer segments.
• Assist with outbound outreach (phone/email/social), and support pipeline-building through high-quality data entry and CRM management.
• Participate in the rollout and ongoing support of our AI initiative, helping to test and optimize new automation and outreach technologies.
• Collaborate closely with your coach/manager and other BDAs in a learning-focused environment, sharing ideas and best practices.
• Work toward an achievable, learning-oriented quota for qualified opportunities and nurture prospects identified as good long-term fits.

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (any field) or equivalent relevant experience
• Opportunity is ideal for new grads or candidates seeking their first professional sales opportunity
• Strong communication skills and curiosity to learn about sales and business development
• Organized, reliable, and eager to take initiative in a fast-moving environment
• Comfortable using standard productivity and collaboration tools; interest in learning sales technology (CRM, outreach tools, AI platforms)
• Friendly, energetic, and collaborative team player with a willingness to pitch in and learn

Standout Qualities:

• Demonstrated interest in sales, business development, marketing, or related areas (internships, campus orgs, part-time jobs, etc.)
• Any experience with CRM systems (i.e., Salesforce), or with sales/marketing research tools is a plus
• Enthusiasm for technology-enabled workflows and exploring new tools like AI xDR
• A positive, growth-oriented mindset; not afraid to ask questions or try new things

Perks of working at Wrike

• 25 days of holidays
• Cafeteria bonuses (Benefit plus)        
• Meal vouchers (220 CZK/working day)        
• Sick leave compensation        
• Private healthcare membership (Canadian Medical)        
• Pension plan    
• Mobile tariffs

• „Lítačka“ transportation annual coupon reimbursement        
• Multisport card
• Parental leave