SDR / BDM (Legal Services) - Fully Remote

VirtuHire; Remote; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Legal Firm is seeking a Business Development Representative (BDR) to expand its client base in South Africa. This full-time, remote role requires an energetic individual with proven sales experience, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to engage with senior stakeholders. You will spearhead outbound prospecting and be responsible for setting up meetings with decision-makers, while also maintaining records in the CRM system. Gain valuable experience in the professional legal services sector while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a sales-focused capacity, such as an SDR, BDM, or similar sales role.
• Exceptional proficiency in both spoken and written English.
• Professional telephone manner with a soft or neutral accent.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead outbound prospecting efforts across multiple channels.
• Book highly qualified meetings for the sales team.
• Conduct professional engagement with potential clients.
• Rigorously qualify prospects based on specific legal service needs.
• Maintain accurate records and manage the CRM system.

Skills

Sales experience

Proficiency in spoken and written English

Professional telephone manner

Communication with senior stakeholders

Ability to work UK hours

Job description

Are you a confident and commercially minded individual ready to drive growth for a prestigious Legal Firm? We are seeking an energetic and results-focused Business Development Representative (BDR) to play a critical role in expanding our client base within the professional legal services environment. This is a full-time, remote opportunity, preferably suited for candidates based in South Africa. You will be responsible for generating new opportunities through strategic outbound engagement and setting up qualified meetings with key decision-makers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Spearhead outbound prospecting efforts across multiple channels, including phone, email, and LinkedIn, to identify and engage potential clients.
• Book highly qualified meetings for the sales team with senior decision-makers.
• Conduct professional and articulate engagement with potential clients to represent the firm's brand.
• Rigorously qualify prospects based on their suitability and specific legal service needs.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all activity and manage the CRM system effectively.
• Consistently meet and exceed agreed-upon activity and revenue generation targets.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a sales-focused capacity, such as an SDR, BDM, or similar sales role is required.
• Exceptional proficiency in both spoken and written English.
• A professional telephone manner with a soft or neutral accent.
• The ability to communicate confidently and professionally with senior stakeholders.
• Comfort and availability to work standard UK hours (Monday–Friday) from your remote location.

High Impact Role: Directly contribute to the growth and revenue of a respected Legal Firm.

Remote Work Flexibility: Enjoy the convenience and autonomy of a fully remote, full-time position.

Targeted Location: This is a desirable role for talented South Africa-based candidates.

Professional Development: Gain valuable experience in the high-stakes sector of professional legal services.