Remote Business Development Manager - Recruitment

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive commission structure

Career advancement opportunities

Access to sales tools

Collaborative remote team

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a dynamic Remote Business Development Manager to drive growth for a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy. You will identify opportunities, build client relationships, and promote services from your home office.

You will work nationwide, develop strategic sales plans, and collaborate with recruitment teams to deliver seamless service. A proven track record in sales or business development in recruitment is required, with strong negotiation and presentation

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development, sales or client management in recruitment.
• Ability to generate leads, build pipelines and close deals remotely.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities nationwide.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue growth.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers.
• Present services via virtual meetings and proposals.
• Collaborate with internal recruitment teams to ensure seamless service.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Client management

Remote sales

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy, is seeking a dynamic Remote Business Development Manager to drive growth and expand their client base across South Africa. Operating remotely, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and promoting the consultancy's services. This role requires a proactive individual with strong sales acumen, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of the recruitment market. You will play a key role in shaping the company's growth strategy from the comfort of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within target markets and industries nationwide.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue growth and client acquisition targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers at prospective client organizations.
• Present the consultancy's service offerings effectively through virtual meetings and proposals.
• Collaborate with internal recruitment teams to ensure seamless service delivery to new clients.
• Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and client needs to identify growth areas.

Requirements

• Proven track record of success in business development, sales, or client management, preferably within the recruitment or staffing industry.
• Demonstrated ability to generate leads, build pipelines, and close deals in a remote sales environment.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of the recruitment market and talent acquisition challenges faced by businesses.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work autonomously with a high degree of professionalism.

Benefits

• Fully remote working arrangement offering exceptional flexibility and work-life integration.
• Attractive base salary coupled with a highly competitive commission and bonus structure.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership within a growing firm.
• Access to cutting-edge sales tools and resources to support your success.
• Be part of a collaborative and innovative remote team environment.