Account Executive

DevFinders; Qonce; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A cleaning service company in South Africa is seeking a proactive Account Executive to convert warm leads into bookings. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of sales experience and strong English communication skills. The role offers a base salary of R8,000 plus commission and is performed remotely, requiring own equipment. Additional perks include 40 days of paid holiday annually.

Benefits

On-target earnings of R25,000/month

40 days paid holiday annually

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in telesales or direct sales with a proven ability to close deals.
• Exceptional English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated success in consistently achieving or surpassing sales targets.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment, with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Convert warm leads provided by the company into confirmed bookings.
• Build and nurture strong client relationships, ensuring a high standard of customer service.
• Communicate effectively with a diverse customer base to understand their cleaning needs.
• Consistently meet and exceed sales targets to maximise earnings.

Skills

Telesales experience

Customer service

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

CRM proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

About Us

We are a fast-growing Cleaning company dedicated to providing outstanding service to our clients. We’re seeking a proactive and customer-focused Account Executive to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a B2C sales environment, enjoys engaging with warm leads, and is passionate about delivering tailored solutions to customers.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, well-organised, and resilient, with a knack for overcoming objections and maintaining a positive attitude throughout the sales cycle. Prior experience working remotely and within a cleaning agency is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Convert warm leads provided by the company into confirmed bookings.
• Build and nurture strong client relationships, ensuring a high standard of customer service.
• Communicate effectively with a diverse customer base to understand their cleaning needs and recommend appropriate services.
• Consistently meet and exceed sales targets to maximise earnings.

What We Offer

• On-target earnings of R25,000 / month (R8,000 base salary + uncapped commission).
• 40 days paid holiday annually.
• A supportive, energetic, and collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in telesales or direct sales, with a proven ability to close deals.

Exceptional English communication skills, both verbal and written.

Demonstrated success in consistently achieving or surpassing sales targets.

Comfortable working independently in a remote environment, with minimal supervision.

Must have own equipment

• Laptop with at least 16GB RAM, 13th Gen i5 Processor, Windows 11, and 250GB SSD or higher.
• Stable, high-speed internet connection and reliable backup solutions for power outages.

Additional Skills

• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities, with a customer-first mindset.
• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure, and effectively manage rejection and stress.
• Proven track record of telephone-based sales success, including meeting quotas.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience using CRM platforms to manage leads and track performance.
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to handle complaints professionally.