Remote Business Development Specialist

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive health insurance

Fully remote work arrangement

Career development opportunities

National expansion focus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Business Development Specialist to identify and pursue new opportunities across South Africa. Working entirely remotely, you will build partnerships, generate leads, and drive revenue growth through strategic outreach and tailored value propositions.

You will research potential clients nationwide, initiate contact via email, phone and social media, qualify leads, and schedule meetings for the senior sales team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or lead generation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with CRM software and remote sales tools.
• Self-motivated with excellent time-management.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research new nationwide clients via remote channels.
• Initiate contact with prospects by email, phone, and social media.
• Qualify leads and schedule introductory meetings for senior sales team.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders in target industries.
• Track lead generation activities and report in the CRM.
• Collaborate with marketing to craft effective outreach campaigns.

Skills

Sales experience

Excellent communication

CRM proficiency

Remote work discipline

Lead generation

Tools

CRM software

Email tracking tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and results-driven Remote Business Development Specialist to identify and pursue new business opportunities across South Africa . This role is critical for expanding our client's market reach and driving revenue growth through strategic outreach and partnership building. Operating entirely within a remote work environment, you will leverage digital tools and communication strategies to connect with potential clients and partners, understand their needs, and present our client's value proposition. This position is perfect for a self-starter with a strong sales acumen and a passion for building relationships in a virtual setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential new clients and business opportunities nationwide through various remote channels.
• Initiate contact with prospects via email, phone, and social media to generate interest.
• Qualify leads and schedule introductory meetings for the senior sales team.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in target industries.
• Track and report on lead generation and business development activities in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop effective outreach campaigns.

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development , sales, or lead generation, preferably in a remote capacity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong persuasive abilities.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and other remote sales tools.
• High degree of self-motivation, discipline, and time management skills for remote work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed team.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and identifying new opportunities.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses and commissions.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility in working hours.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual team environment with a focus on national expansion across South Africa .