Sales Development Representative (Inbound) - Japan

Sales Development Representative (Inbound) - Japan MEET DEEPL DeepL is a global AI product and research company focused on building secure, intelligent solutions to complex business problems. Over 200,000 business customers and millions of individuals across 228 global markets today trust DeepL's Language AI platform for human-like translation, improved writing and real-time voice translation. Building on a history of innovation, quality and security, DeepL continues to expand its offerings beyond the field of Language, including DeepL Agent - an autonomous AI assistant designed to transform the way businesses and knowledge workers get work done. Founded in 2017 by CEO Jarek Kutylowski, DeepL now has over 1,000 passionate employees and is supported by world-renowned investors including Benchmark, IVP, and Index Ventures. Our goal is to become the global leader in trusted, intelligent AI technology, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and create a meaningful impact. To achieve this, we need talented people like you to join our journey. If you’re ready to shape the future of AI and grow your career in a fast-moving, purpose-driven environment, DeepL is your next destination. WHAT SETS US APART What sets us apart is our blend of cutting-edge AI technology, meaningful work, and a culture where people truly thrive. We’re a team of innovators, researchers, and creators driven by a shared purpose to unlock human potential by making work simpler, smarter, and more connected. When we share what it’s like to work at DeepL, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive. This might be because of our technology that helps millions of people and businesses communicate and work better every day, or because of the trust, curiosity, and care that shape our culture. What we know for sure is this: being part of DeepL means joining a team dedicated to innovation, growth, and well-being. Discover more about life at DeepL onLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/deepl/,Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepl_official/, and our Blog https://www.deepl.com/en/blog. MEET THE TEAM BEHIND THIS JOURNEY We're looking for an energetic, curious, and team-oriented Inbound Sales Development Representative to accelerate DeepL's growth. At DeepL, we Act with Purpose and Pioneer for the Future. We're especially interested in candidates who are self-starters, naturally curious, and who bring a genuinely caring attitude toward others. You should have a passion for communication and languages, and a desire to be part of a fast-paced, hyper-growth scale-up. In this role, you'll convert high-intent inbound interest into a qualified pipeline for the business. You'll work closely with our Marketing team to maximise the return on events (webinars, trade shows, DeepL Connect, virtual events) and always-on campaigns (contact forms, trials, whitepapers, content downloads). As often the first person a prospect speaks to, you'll shape their entire experience with DeepL from the very first touch. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Event Lead Management - Own end-to-end follow-up for all event leads, including webinars, trade shows, DeepL Connect, and virtual events. - Execute timely, structured outreach to event attendees to maximise conversion while interest is high. - Manage surge capacity during high-volume event periods, maintaining quality and speed across all follow-ups. - Provide feedback to Marketing on event lead quality, attendee engagement, and conversion patterns to improve future campaigns. Always-On Campaign Response - Respond rapidly to inbound leads from contact forms, free trials, whitepaper downloads, and content engagement. - Lead with phone outreach where possible, using email and LinkedIn to complement and follow up. DeepL values real-time conversations as the fastest path to understanding prospect needs. - Prioritise leads based on intent signals and ensure timely, relevant, and value-driven communication. - Nu ... (truncated, view full listing at source)