About UsProofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity.
We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools.
Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows.
Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently.
Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
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How We WorkAt Proofpoint you'll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values:
Bold in how we dream and innovate
Responsive to feedback, challenges and opportunities
Accountable for results and best in class outcomes
Visionary in future focused problem-solving
Exceptional in execution and impact
The RoleWe are currently seeking a highly motivated and energetic individual to join our Business Development team to generate qualified sales opportunities for our Enterprise sales team in Italy.
As part of the Business Development team, you will be working closely with the regional sales and marketing teams to generate sales accepted leads via multiple channels with a mix of inbound (lead follow?up) and outbound (prospecting) activities.
As a Business Development Representative, you will be responsible for gathering intelligence and developing a deep understanding of your assigned accounts.
You will then action this intelligence to connect our sales team with influencers and decision makers within the prospect accounts and across all vertical markets.




You will work closely with both Account Management and Marketing to define and execute a successful account?based sales strategy for the Italian market.
Your Day?to?DayQualify and develop inbound and outbound sales accepted leads and respond to product inquiries
Gather actionable intelligence (competition, projects, purchase intent, etc.) for the list of accounts that you will be responsible for
Follow?up on all leads generated by marketing and convert initial interest into sales accepted leads
Manage email campaigns to generate new sales prospects
Manage cold?calling telephone?based campaigns to generate new sales prospects
Complete accurate tracking of communication with current and potential customers in
Schedule demonstrations between the Sales team members and potential customer
What You Bring To The TeamHighly motivated individual with a competitive personality, and good attention to detail
Previous experience with solutions that can be deployed in private or public clouds a plus.
Experience working with or other CRM is a premio.
Excellent phone and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written) as well as organisational skills
Previous experience working and succeeding in a goal?driven environment preferred.
Fluent Italian & English language skills required
Why Proofpoint?
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Career success on your terms
Flexible work environment




Annual wellness and community outreach days
Always on recognition for your contributions
Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Our CultureOur culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success?every day, for everyone.
We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to
Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
Find your network, your allies and your biggest fans.
We know that work is simply better when you're surrounded by people who inspire you—who share ideas, cheer you on, and genuinely want to see you succeed.
That's why we offer social circles, sponsored networks, and connection points across teams and time zones—to help you find your people, build your community, and thrive together.
This isn't just a job—it's a mission to protect people and defend data in a world that never slows down.
We're building the future of human?centric cybersecurity, and that future belongs to all of us.
We take ownership, move fast, and hold ourselves accountable—because that's what it takes to stay ahead.
And we do it together, winning as one.
Be empowered to reach your full potential through meaningful challenges and personalized support—designed around you and your goals.
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Whether you're growing as a leader or leveling up from great to exceptional as an individual contributor, we're here to help you get there.
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📌 Sr. Business Development Representative (Bardi)
🏢 Proofpoint
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