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Talent SamTS

Sales Development Representative

Talent Sam is a recruitment and HR solution that connects global companies with pre-vetted, highly skilled remote talent from South Africa, handling everything from hiring to payroll and compliance.

Talent Sam

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We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying and qualifying potential customers, generating new business opportunities, and supporting the sales pipeline through proactive outreach and relationship building.

The ideal candidate is energetic, persuasive, and comfortable communicating with prospects through multiple channels, including phone, email, and LinkedIn. You will work closely with the sales team to connect with decision-makers, understand client needs, and schedule qualified meetings that contribute to overall business growth. This position requires strong communication skills, persistence, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

  • Qualify inbound and outbound leads to determine business opportunities

  • Prospect and identify potential clients through outbound calls, emails, LinkedIn, and other outreach methods

  • Schedule meetings and product demonstrations for Account Executives or Sales Managers

  • Build and maintain relationships with prospective customers

  • Research target accounts, industries, and decision-makers

  • Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and lead status within CRM systems

  • Follow up consistently with prospects throughout the sales process

  • Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to improve lead generation strategies

  • Meet or exceed daily, weekly, and monthly outreach and pipeline goals

  • Stay informed on company products, services, and market trends

Skills & Experience Required

  • Previous experience in Sales Development, Business Development, Lead Generation, or a similar role preferred

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities

  • Confidence in cold calling and outbound prospecting

  • Ability to handle objections and maintain professionalism under pressure

  • Experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar systems

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills

  • Goal-oriented mindset with a strong drive to achieve targets

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

  • Basic understanding of sales processes and pipeline management

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in B2B, SaaS, or tech sales environments

  • Familiarity with sales engagement tools such as Apollo, Outreach, or Salesloft

  • Experience with LinkedIn Sales Navigator or similar prospecting platforms

  • Multilingual communication skills are a plus

Core Competencies

  • Communication and persuasion

  • Resilience and adaptability

  • Time management and organization

  • Problem-solving and critical thinking

  • Accountability and self-motivation

  • Collaboration and teamwork

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Open to candidates from all countries.

Hiring timezones

Worldwide

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Talent Sam is a customer-centric recruitment and HR solution designed to help global businesses build high-performing remote teams in South Africa. We understand that finding the right talent can be a daunting and time-consuming process, which is why we have streamlined the entire experience to be as simple and efficient as possible. Our mission is to bridge the gap between exceptional South African professionals and international companies looking to scale their operations without the overhead or complexity of traditional hiring methods.

We take a hands-on approach to every placement, handling the entire lifecycle from recruitment and rigorous vetting to onboarding, payroll, and compliance. By acting as the Employer of Record (EOR), we ensure that your new team members are fully supported and legally compliant, allowing you to focus on what matters most—growing your business. Our clients benefit from a curated pool of highly skilled, English-speaking talent available at a fraction of the cost of local hires, all while maintaining the highest standards of quality and professionalism. Whether you need a single specialist or a full team, Talent Sam provides the infrastructure, support, and expertise to make remote hiring a seamless and successful part of your strategy.

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