Business Development Manager

DevFinders; White River; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based cleaning company is seeking a Business Development Manager to engage with warm leads and convert them into bookings. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of telesales experience, excellent communication skills, and a proven record of meeting sales targets. This role offers remote working flexibility and the potential for significant earnings through commission.

Benefits

On-target earnings of R25,000 / month

40 days paid leave annually

Supportive team culture

Remote working flexibility

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in telesales or direct sales.
• Strong record of closing deals.
• Ability to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Comfortable working remotely and independently.

Responsibilities

• Engage with warm leads and convert them into bookings.
• Build strong client relationships with high customer service.
• Recommend tailored cleaning solutions based on client needs.
• Meet and exceed sales targets for maximum earnings.

Skills

Telesales experience

Fluent English communication

Customer relationship management

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

About Us

We are a UK-based cleaning company, specialising in Residential and end-of-tenancy services. Our focus is on delivering exceptional cleaning solutions with a customer-first approach. We’re looking for a vibrant and results‑driven Business Development Manager to help grow our client base by converting warm leads into loyal customers.

This role suits someone who thrives in a B2C environment, has remote sales experience, and ideally has worked within the cleaning industry. You’ll need to be organised, resilient, and confident in handling objections while maintaining a positive attitude.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with warm leads provided by the company and convert them into confirmed bookings.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring a high standard of customer service.
• Understand client needs and recommend tailored cleaning solutions.
• Consistently meet and exceed sales targets to maximise commission earnings.

What We Offer

• On‑target earnings of R25,000 / month (R8,000 base salary + uncapped commission).
• 40 days paid leave annually.
• Supportive, fast‑paced, and collaborative team culture.
• Remote working flexibility.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 2 years’ experience in telesales or direct sales, with a strong record of closing deals.
• Fluent English communication skills, both spoken and written.
• Proven ability to consistently meet or exceed sales targets.
• Comfortable working remotely and independently, with strong self‑management skills.

Personal Equipment

• Laptop with minimum 16GB RAM, 13th Gen i5 processor, Windows 11, and 250GB SSD or better.
• Reliable high‑speed internet and backup solutions for power interruptions.
• Excellent people skills and a proactive approach to solving customer issues.
• Able to stay calm and focused under pressure, and handle rejection professionally.
• Demonstrated success in phone‑based sales, including meeting quotas.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools – Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience using CRM systems to manage leads and track performance.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to manage complaints effectively.