--- title: 'Sales Development Representative - French Speaker at Convera' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/sales-development-representative-french-speaker-convera-madrid-57473pta6p8j' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-15' --- # Sales Development Representative - French Speaker at Convera - **Company:** Convera - **Location:** Madrid, Spain - **Posted:** 2026-10-02 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-15 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/convera/jobs/4971032101 ## Job description Graduate Sales Development Representative - French Speaker International Payments & Foreign Exchange Madrid Launch Your Career in Global Payments and Commercial Sales Convera is seeking ambitious graduates to join our Madrid -based Sales Development team. ## What You Will Be Doing - This is an outbound sales role. Approximately 70-80% of your time will be spent prospecting through cold calling, email and LinkedIn, alongside following up on inbound Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs). - Conduct high-volume cold calling to engage prospective customers and generate new business opportunities. - Execute targeted sales campaigns aligned to strategic industries, customer segments and growth initiatives. - Research companies and decision-makers to identify opportunities. - Respond to and qualify inbound MQLs generated through marketing campaigns, events and digital channels. - Schedule qualified meetings for Business Development Managers. - Maintain accurate records in Salesforce and other sales technologies. ## What We Are Looking For - Bachelor's degree completed within the last two years or graduating in 2026/2027. - 0-6 months professional experience. - Degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting & Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Financial Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Law or similar analytical disciplines. - Strong communication skills and confidence speaking with prospects over the phone. - Ambitious, resilient and coachable. - Fluency in French is required for this role ## About Convera Convera is the world's largest non-bank B2B cross-border payments company, helping more than 30,000 customers move money globally. Why Join Convera? - Competitive salary and bonus opportunity. - Comprehensive onboarding and training. - Exposure to senior decision makers. - Access to leading sales and prospecting technology. - Opportunity to develop expertise in international payments and FX. ## About Convera ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Convera provides cross-border B2B payment and foreign exchange solutions, processing over $190 billion in annual turnover for tens of thousands of businesses worldwide. - **Entity Type**: Private (owned by Goldfinch Partners, LLC and The Baupost Group, LLC) - **Headquarters**: United States (global offices in 31 cities across 19 countries) - **Founded**: 2021 (rebranded from Western Union Business Solutions) - **Founders**: Not applicable (corporate spin-off; CEO Patrick Gauthier) ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Cross-border payments, foreign exchange (FX) risk management, financial technology (fintech) - **Target customers**: B2B – small businesses, mid-market enterprises, educational institutions, financial institutions, law firms, manufacturing firms, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) - **Mission or purpose**: “To push payments into the future by making them safer, faster and more accessible around the world – ensuring customers unlock the full potential of digital commerce.” [convera.com/about-us](https://convera.com/about-us/) ## Products & Services - **GlobalPay Platform**: A secure digital platform to send and receive international business payments in over 140 currencies across 200+ countries and territories. Integrates with ERP systems via API. Available also for student payments. [convera.com](https://convera.com/) - **FX Hedging Solutions**: Forward contracts, FX options, and FX swaps to help businesses manage currency risk and stabilize cash flow. [convera.com/about-us/about-convera-faq](https://convera.com/about-us/about-convera-faq/) - **Multi-Currency Virtual Accounts**: Hold and manage balances in multiple currencies without needing foreign bank accounts. - **Specialized Industry Solutions**: Tailored payment workflows for sectors including education, legal, workforce payments, and manufacturing. [convera.com](https://convera.com/) ## Market Standing - **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company) - **Key Metric**: Processed over **USD 190 billion in turnover** in 2025; annual total payment volume exceeds $170 billion. [convera.com](https://convera.com/) - **Notable Investors / Partners**: Owned by **Goldfinch Partners, LLC** and **The Baupost Group, LLC**; payment network of over 50 bank partners and 500+ bank accounts. [convera.com/about-us/about-convera-faq](https://convera.com/about-us/about-convera-faq/) - **Growth Signals**: 1,900+ employees across 31 global offices; expanded from Western Union Business Solutions heritage with significant reinvestment in technology and product innovation; tens of thousands of active customers worldwide. [convera.com/about-us](https://convera.com/about-us/) ## Competitive Advantages - **Decades of FX expertise** combined with modern payments technology (API integrations, ERP connections). - **Extensive network**: Direct bank relationships in over 200 countries/territories, supporting 140+ currencies. - **Rigorous compliance and fraud prevention** (regulatory and security certifications not explicitly detailed but emphasized). - **Comprehensive hedging toolkit** (forwards, options, swaps) – rare for non-bank providers to offer such breadth. - **Scale & stability**: Backed by major private equity owners and processing high-value daily transactions. ## Strategic Focus - Continuing to invest in **product innovation and technology** to make cross-border payments faster, simpler, and more transparent. - Deepening **industry-specific solutions** (education, legal, NGOs) and expanding direct integrations with enterprise resource planning systems. - Growing **payment network capabilities** (including emerging payment rails like SWIFT Go, RTGS, ACH, SEPA) and expanding multi-currency collection options. - Strengthening **global compliance and risk management** to serve regulated customer segments. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: “Growth-minded, results-oriented people with big ideas” – emphasis on collaboration, innovation, and customer-first mentality. [convera.com/about-us/careers](https://convera.com/about-us/careers/) - **Work flexibility**: Hybrid and remote options available depending on role; “Work From Home” listings in job board. [job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/convera](https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/convera/) - **Global footprint**: 31 offices in 19 countries, offering truly international career mobility. - **Benefits**: Comprehensive global benefits including health & wellness (medical, dental, vision), mental health support via EAP, retirement/pension plans, flexible paid time off, wellness days, and paid volunteer day. [convera.com/about-us/careers](https://convera.com/about-us/careers/) - **Meaningful work** : Helping businesses navigate global trade and payments, with a mission that combines technology, commerce, and social good. - **Growth opportunities**: 59 open roles listed (as of search date) spanning engineering, sales, business development, and operations across multiple locations. [job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/convera](https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/convera/) ## Sources 1. [convera.com/about-us](https://convera.com/about-us/) 2. [convera.com/about-us/careers](https://convera.com/about-us/careers/) 3. [convera.com](https://convera.com/) 4. [convera.com/about-us/about-convera-faq](https://convera.com/about-us/about-convera-faq/) 5. 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