Remote Business Development Executive

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission plan

Fully remote

Health insurance

Online training & development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Business Development Executive to identify and secure nationwide opportunities in South Africa. This fully remote role requires exceptional communication and a proven ability to close significant deals in a virtual sales environment.

You will develop strategic leads, nurture client relationships, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and revenue growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or a related field.
• Remote work history preferred.
• Proven success in identifying new markets and closing deals.
• Excellent virtual communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience with CRM and virtual collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research and networking.
• Generate leads and implement customer acquisition strategies.
• Conduct virtual meetings, presentations, and product demonstrations.
• Negotiate and close sales contracts to meet revenue targets.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams for seamless onboarding and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Self-motivation

Time management

Remote work experience

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a highly motivated and results-oriented Remote Business Development Executive to identify and secure new business opportunities nationwide. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa . You will be responsible for developing strategic leads, nurturing relationships with potential clients, and closing significant deals to drive company growth. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of market trends, exceptional communication skills, and a proven ability to succeed in a virtual sales environment, contributing directly to the company's expansion strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research and networking.
• Develop and implement effective strategies for lead generation and customer acquisition.
• Conduct virtual meetings, presentations, and product demonstrations to prospective clients.
• Negotiate and close sales contracts, ensuring alignment with company revenue targets.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless client onboarding and satisfaction.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or a related field, preferable with a remote work history.
• Demonstrated success in identifying new markets and closing significant business deals.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills suitable for virtual interactions.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams).
• Self-starter mentality with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and achieve targets in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary combined with a generous, uncapped commission plan.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering excellent work-life balance.
• Performance-driven bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Access to extensive online training and professional development resources.