Business Development Executive, SaaS
Remote Recruitment
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • 🇿🇦 South Africa
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JuniorMid-Level
About the role
- Drive new client acquisition, nurture sales pipelines, and expand market reach for a UK-based SaaS company
- Identify, qualify, and engage with new business opportunities across key verticals
- Conduct outbound prospecting via email, calls, LinkedIn, and other channels
- Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through to close
- Develop tailored proposals and deliver compelling product demos to prospective clients
- Collaborate with the marketing team to align lead generation strategies with business goals
- Maintain accurate CRM records and report on key metrics
- Stay updated on industry trends, product developments, and competitor activities
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a business development or B2B sales role, ideally within the SaaS or tech industry
- MUST have experience in BD or B2B sales role in SAAS Tech or AI space
- Strong communication and negotiation skills with a proven track record of closing deals
- Experience working with international clients; UK market experience is a plus
- Proficiency with CRM tools such as HubSpot or Salesforce
- Self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently in a remote environment
- Must have access to a reliable internet connection and a laptop or desktop computer
Benefits
- Remote work with a supportive international team that values innovation, collaboration, and high performance
- Opportunity for South African professionals to grow their career with a forward-thinking UK organisation
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
business developmentB2B salessales cycle managementproposal developmentproduct demonstrationslead generationnegotiationclosing dealsCRM proficiency
Soft skills
communication skillsself-starterindependent workcollaboration