Senior Business Development Specialist (Growth Hacking)

C40 Cities; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Business Development Specialist, where you'll play a vital role in driving growth for innovative startups. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with potential clients and generate new business opportunities in a dynamic environment. You will be responsible for prospecting, building relationships, and refining sales strategies while working closely with internal teams. The company values transparency, integrity, and personal growth, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a real impact in the startup ecosystem. If you're ready to contribute to transformative projects, this is the role for you!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B sales or business development.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Prospect new business opportunities through various outreach methods.
• Build relationships with decision-makers and track interactions in CRM.

Skills

Sales Experience

Business Development

Cold Calling

Email Outreach

Social Media Prospecting

Communication Skills

Lead Management

CRM Familiarity

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

Zoho

Pipedrive

Job description

Senior Business Development Specialist (Growth Hacking)

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: Johannesburg

Keywords: Growth Hacker, Business Development, SaaS

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic Growth Hacker/Senior Business Development Specialist to join a leading growth hacker of early-stage businesses across the UK and EU. This role offers the chance to play a pivotal part in the growth of innovative startups, generating new business opportunities, engaging with potential clients, and qualifying leads. The successful candidate will thrive in a high-pressure, high-reward environment where independent thinking is encouraged, and mistakes are seen as learning opportunities.

What you'll do:

1. Prospect new business opportunities through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach
2. Identify and research potential clients for our portfolio companies focused on the B2B approach
3. Work closely with internal teams to refine target audiences and sales strategies
4. Engage with leads to understand their needs, pain points, and business objectives
5. Build rapport and develop relationships with decision-makers at various levels of an organisation
6. Track outreach and lead interactions in CRM systems, ensuring accurate records of leads and follow-up actions

What you bring:

• Proven experience in sales or business development role (preferably in B2B sales)
• Experience with cold calling, email outreach, and using social media for prospecting
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to engage and influence key decision-makers in a variety of industries
• Highly organised with the ability to manage a high volume of leads and outreach efforts
• Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho, Pipedrive etc.)

What sets this company apart:

Our client is committed to transforming millions of lives through the companies they help build. They value transparency and integrity, forging genuine relationships and maintaining trust. They offer a supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. They also provide opportunities for career development and progression within the firm.

What's next:

Ready to make a real difference? Apply today!

If you are excited about contributing to the growth of innovative startups and working in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume, a cover letter, and any relevant case studies, references or work examples.

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Focus: Business Development

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Johannesburg

Industry: Sales

Salary: Negotiable

Job Reference: S8L4AG-5A00466A

Date posted: 10 March 2025

Consultant: Tegan Mccoll