Sales Development Representative (SDR)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive training

Career progression

Fully remote with flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Sales Development Representative to join a fast-growing fintech startup. This fully remote role is open to candidates across South Africa, with a preference for Pretoria, Gauteng.

You will identify leads, initiate contact, and qualify prospects to build a robust pipeline for Account Executives. You will receive extensive training and a clear career path into Account Executive roles, with performance-based bonuses and remote-friendly workflows.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written English communications.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• High energy, enthusiastic, and a persistent, goal-oriented attitude.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and processes.
• Previous experience in sales or customer service is a plus, but not required.
• Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce) is advantageous.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and remotely.
• Reside within South Africa, with a preference for candidates near Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and research potential leads using various tools and databases.
• Initiate contact with prospects through cold calls, emails, and social media outreach.
• Effectively communicate the company's value proposition and product benefits.
• Qualify leads based on established criteria to ensure they are a good fit for our client's solutions.
• Schedule discovery calls and product demonstrations for the Account Executive team.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all prospect interactions in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to refine lead generation strategies.
• Consistently meet or exceed monthly targets for qualified leads and scheduled meetings.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities within the fintech space.

Skills

English

Organization

Time management

Persistence

Fast learner

Remote work

Self-starter

Sales or customer service

Tools

HubSpot

Salesforce

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing fintech startup revolutionizing the payment processing industry, is seeking enthusiastic and driven Sales Development Representatives (SDRs) to join their vibrant team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to kickstart your sales career from anywhere in **Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA**. As an SDR, you will be the first point of contact for potential customers, responsible for generating qualified leads and building pipeline for the Account Executive team. You will leverage your excellent communication skills and persistence to engage prospects, articulate the value proposition of our client's innovative solutions, and schedule initial discovery meetings. This role is ideal for ambitious individuals eager to learn the sales process, develop their skills, and contribute to the rapid growth of a cutting-edge company. We offer extensive training and a clear career path for high performers.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and research potential leads using various tools and databases.
• Initiate contact with prospects through cold calls, emails, and social media outreach.
• Effectively communicate the company's value proposition and product benefits.
• Qualify leads based on established criteria to ensure they are a good fit for our client's solutions.
• Schedule discovery calls and product demonstrations for the Account Executive team.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all prospect interactions in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to refine lead generation strategies.
• Consistently meet or exceed monthly targets for qualified leads and scheduled meetings.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities within the fintech space.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• High energy, enthusiasm, and a persistent, goal-oriented attitude.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and processes.
• Previous experience in sales or customer service is a plus, but not required.
• Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce) is advantageous.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and remotely.
• Reside within **South Africa**, with a preference for candidates in or near **Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA**.
• A keen interest in technology and financial services.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive training program focused on sales techniques and product knowledge.
• Clear career progression path into Account Executive roles.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Opportunities to work with a highly motivated and supportive team.
• Exposure to the dynamic and rapidly evolving fintech industry.
• Regular team-building activities and virtual social events.