Business Development Executive - UK - Remote

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment services company is seeking a driven Business Development Executive to work remotely from South Africa. The role involves making 50-60 cold calls daily to UK companies, building client relationships, and achieving sales targets. Candidates should have at least 2 years of sales experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Competitive salary with incentives and professional development opportunities offered.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Training and Development

Supportive Environment

Career Growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a sales or business development role, preferably in the recruitment industry.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Make 50-60 calls daily to potential clients in the UK.
• Identify and qualify leads through research and cold calling.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with potential and existing clients.
• Meet and exceed daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets and KPIs.
• Maintain accurate records of all interactions and sales activities in the CRM system.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong persuasive skills

High level of resilience

Self-driven

Time management skills

Education

Grade 12

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Business Development Executive - UK - Remote

About the job Business Development Executive - UK - Remote

Job Specification: Business Development Executive (Recruitment Services)

Remote, Cape Town

R23 000- 25 000 + incentives

Location: South Africa (Remote)
Target Market: United Kingdom
Position Type: Full-Time
Industry:Recruitment
Reports to: MD

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and driven Business Development Executive to join our recruitment services team. Based in South Africa, you will be responsible for making 50-60 calls a day to companies in the UK, selling our recruitment services. This role is heavily focused on cold calling and requires excellent communication skills, persistence, and strong sales acumen.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cold Calling: Make 50-60 calls daily to potential clients in the UK to introduce and sell our recruitment services.
• Lead Generation: Identify and qualify leads through research and cold calling.
• Sales Pitch: Develop and deliver compelling sales pitches to decision-makers.
• Relationship Building: Build and maintain strong relationships with potential and existing clients.
• Sales Targets: Meet and exceed daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets and KPIs.
• CRM Management: Maintain accurate records of all interactions and sales activities in the CRM system.
• Market Research: Stay updated on industry trends and competitors to effectively position our services.
• Feedback: Provide feedback to the sales and marketing teams on market trends, customer needs, and potential improvements.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in a sales or business development role, preferably in the recruitment industry.
• Education: Grade 12
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Sales Skills: Strong persuasive skills and the ability to handle objections.
• Resilience: High level of resilience and the ability to handle rejection.
• Self-Motivation: Self-driven with a strong desire to succeed and achieve targets.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in using CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Time Management: Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Remote Work: Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: Base salary with an attractive incentive structure.
• Training and Development: Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive Environment: A supportive and collaborative work culture.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for career advancement within the company.