Sales Development Intern

Thanks to our innovative BuyNow PayLater payment solution, Scalapay is transforming the way more than 6.5 million customers buy online and in-store, empowering 8,000+ merchants (online and in-store) to give their customers magical shopping experiences. 

Being only 3 years old didn’t stop us from becoming a unicorn 🦄 We have raised over $700mln and we did this thanks to a team built around our 4 core values: #MakeItHappen #PlayAsATeam #StayCurious #FocusOnCustomer.

This is where your magic happens. If you love it, Scalapay it ♥

We’re looking for a Sales Development Intern (SDR) to support the growth of our business in the e-commerce and Travel verticals.
In this role, you’ll work closely with the Sales and Account teams to identify new opportunities, nurture existing merchants, and contribute to the overall success of our go-to-market strategy.

You will:

 

• Identify, qualify and support sales opportunities within potential and existing merchant accounts, based on strategic account plans;

• Collaborate with the Sales team to align on go-to-market priorities and action plans;

• Work closely with Onboarding, Integration, Admin and Merchant Support teams to ensure seamless delivery and merchant satisfaction;

• Help generate and prepare qualified meetings with C-level stakeholders, supporting the Sales and Account team with data, presentations, and performance insights;

• Keep our CRM (currently Hubspot) up to date with all sales activities and help schedule email sales/marketing campaigns when needed.

 

Must have:

• Strong interest in Sales, Account Management, or Business Development in digital industries (e-commerce, fintech, SaaS, etc.);
• Clear communication skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally;
• A hands-on attitude, and a willingness to learn new methodologies;
• A structured data driven approach and a hunter mindset;
• Determination and a “never give up” attitude;
• Confidence in using tools like Excel/Google Sheets and basic CRM platforms (Hubspot a plus);
• Fluent in Italian and English (additional languages are a plus).

Expected Outcomes

• Meet or exceed the target every quarter;
• Become an essential member of the Italian team and contribute to the company’s growth;
• Foster a positive and inclusive culture within the local team, encouraging collaboration, innovation, and a strong sense of ownership.

 

Why join us?

 

 

• Be part of a fast-paced, high-learning environment with exposure to top-tier merchants and decision-makers;

• Work side-by-side with experienced professionals and get a front-row seat into how sales, operations, and product work together;

• We value autonomy, curiosity, and collaboration — and we’ll support your growth with real responsibility from day one.

 

Hiring process

1. A quick chat with one of our Talent Acquisition team members;
2. A first interview with the Hiring Manager to dive deeper into your experiences and better understand your motivation;
3. A case study to assess your hard skills, followed by a debrief session with a panel of future internal stakeholders;
4. A final chat with Simone (our CEO) where he will share and assess the Scalapay Values.

Want to learn more? Don't hesitate to explore our Careers website, our LinkedIn and Glassdoor pages. 

Pro tip: send your CV in English 😉

Super Pro tip: we know that application processes can be scary and frustrating but… we look for talent, not people that tick all our boxes.

We believe in the power of diversity: Scalapay is an Equal Opportunity Employer for any minority, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.