SDR Apprentice: Hybrid Training to Account Executive

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Mentorship

Career progression

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Sales Development Representative Apprentice for our East London office. You will learn to identify and qualify leads, reach out via calls, emails and social channels, and support our sales team with qualification and meetings.

This role offers comprehensive training, mentorship, and a clear career path into Account Executive roles within a technology solutions environment. Hybrid work flexibility supports work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport quickly.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented approach.
• Hybrid schedule in East London office.

Responsibilities

• Research potential clients and identify key decision-makers.
• Initiate contact with prospective customers through calls, emails, and social media.
• Effectively communicate the value proposition of our products and services.
• Qualify leads based on predefined criteria and schedule meetings for Account Executives.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales activities in the CRM system.
• Achieve monthly and quarterly targets for qualified leads and meetings scheduled.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to refine lead generation strategies.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Participate in sales training and team meetings.
• Provide feedback on lead quality and customer interactions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Time management

Coachability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Sales Development Representative Apprentice for our East London office. You will learn to identify and qualify leads, reach out via calls, emails and social channels, and support our sales team with qualification and meetings.

This role offers comprehensive training, mentorship, and a clear career path into Account Executive roles within a technology solutions environment. Hybrid work flexibility supports work-life balance.