New Business Developer

Talent Shore; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive work culture

Job summary

A leading digital marketing agency in South Africa is seeking a dynamic New Business Developer to generate new business opportunities. The role involves making about 100 outbound calls daily, utilizing your expertise in digital marketing sales, particularly SEO and Google Ads. Ideal candidates will possess exceptional communication skills, a proactive approach, and a resilient mindset in a collaborative team environment. The position offers continuous learning and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in selling digital marketing services, particularly SEO and Google Ads.
• Excellent phone manner to engage and persuade potential clients.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing principles.
• Successful track record in telesales and lead generation.
• Experience in managing a sales pipeline using CRM software.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Make approximately 100 outbound calls per day to generate interest.
• Utilize telesales experience to engage and nurture leads.
• Maintain and update the CRM system with detailed records.
• Collaborate with the team on proposal preparation.
• Schedule meetings between clients and the sales team.

Skills

Sales experience in digital marketing

Excellent phone manner

Digital marketing knowledge

Telesales skills

CRM proficiency

Strong communication skills

Team player

Proactive attitude

Resilience

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Remote, South Africa | Posted on 26/02/2026

Position Overview

We are a leading digital marketing and performance agency, and are seeking a dynamic and experienced New Business Developer to join our team. This role focuses on generating new business opportunities through outbound calls, selling our search marketing services, including SEO and Google Ads (PPC). The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in digital marketing sales, exceptional communication skills, and the resilience to make high-volume outbound calls daily.

Key Responsibilities

• Outbound Calling: Make approximately 100 calls per day to companies using provided data, aiming to generate interest and set up proposals for our team.
• Sales and Lead Generation: Utilize your experience in telesales to engage potential clients, generate leads, and nurture them through the sales pipeline.
• CRM Management: Maintain and update the CRM system with detailed records of calls, leads, and progress. Report regularly on activities and outcomes.
• Proposal Coordination: Collaborate with the internal team to ensure timely and tailored proposals are prepared and delivered to prospective clients.
• Meeting Booking: Schedule meetings between prospective clients and our sales team, ensuring a seamless handover and follow-up process.
• Communication: Demonstrate excellent verbal and no written communication skills to effectively convey our services and value proposition.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the team, contributing to a supportive and inclusive environment. Actively participate in team meetings and share insights.
• Proactive Approach: Show initiative in seeking out new opportunities and going above and beyond to achieve targets.
• Resilience and Mindset: Maintain a strong, vibrant, and resilient mindset to handle the challenges of high-volume outbound sales.

Requirements

• Experience: Proven experience in selling digital marketing services, particularly SEO and Google Ads (PPC).
• Phone Manner: Excellent phone manner with the ability to engage and persuade potential clients effectively.
• Digital Marketing Knowledge: Strong understanding of digital marketing principles and the ability to articulate them to prospective clients.
• Telesales Skills: Demonstrated success in telesales and lead generation.
• CRM Proficiency: Experience in managing a sales pipeline using CRM software, with attention to detail in updating and reporting.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Team Player: Ability to work well within a team, contributing to a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Proactive and Resilient: Proactive in seeking out opportunities and resilient in overcoming challenges.
• Inclusive Culture: A culture that promotes inclusivity, diversity, and a strong sense of belonging.
• Supportive Environment: We foster a team atmosphere where every member is supported and valued.
• Development Opportunities: Continuous learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career growth.