SUMMARY:
Sales & Business Development Consultant - Recruitment - Bluff
POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Conduct outbound sales and business development calls to prospective clients. Work through supplied leads and identify new opportunities within our existing database. Reconnect with previous clients to generate repeat business. Identify and approach potential new clients and key decision-makers. Introduce Talent Candey's recruitment services and understand clients' staffing requirements. Build genuine, professional and long-lasting client relationships. Consistently follow up on calls, emails, enquiries, leads and proposals. Secure client meetings and new recruitment assignments. Attend potential client visits when required. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of sales activities, client interactions and follow-ups. Take ownership of individual sales pipelines and business development activities. Achieve agreed sales and business development targets. Work collaboratively with the recruitment team to ensure a positive client experience. Requirements Previous experience in sales, telesales, internal sales or business development. Confident and comfortable making outbound calls, including cold calling. Ability to communicate professionally with business owners, managers and decision-makers. Strong interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills. A natural ability to identify opportunities and confidently close sales. Excellent follow-up, organisational and administrative skills. Good computer literacy and ability to maintain accurate client records. Self-motivated, proactive and able to work independently. Resilient, consistent and comfortable working towards targets. A professional, positive and customer-focused approach. Previous recruitment industry experience will be advantageous. A valid driver's license will be advantageous for potential client visits. Must be able to work full-time from our Bluff, Durban office . The Personality We're Looking For We value personality and attitude just as much as sales ability. Our ideal candidate is someone who: Is confident, assertive and comfortable initiating conversations , while remaining respectful and approachable. Has a friendly, down-to-earth personality and genuinely enjoys working with people. Is emotionally mature, professional and able to handle challenging conversations constructively. Takes initiative, follows through on commitments and accepts accountability. Is receptive to guidance and feedback and willing to learn. Works well as part of a team while being capable of managing their own responsibilities. Has a positive attitude, strong work ethic and a genuine drive to succeed. Understands that successful sales are built on trust, consistency and relationships - not pressure or aggressive selling . What We Offer An established recruitment business with an existing client database. Leads and opportunities to develop new business. Commission-earning potential. A supportive, collaborative team environment. The opportunity to build strong client relationships and contribute directly to business growth.
