Smb Business Development Associate

This is a position within Keller Executive Search and not with one of its clients.

Passionate about closing deals and building relationships in the executive recruitment space? Step into the role of Sales Associate at Keller Executive Search and fuel our growth in a competitive, rewarding environment. You ll drive sales for recruitment services, targeting clients across industries. An ideal sales/business development associate job with remote options and uncapped earning potential.

• Prospect and qualify leads for executive search and recruitment services.
• Conduct sales calls, presentations, and demos to showcase Keller s value.
• Build and maintain client relationships, understanding their hiring needs.
• Collaborate with recruitment teams to tailor proposals and close deals.
• Track sales pipelines, metrics, and forecasts using CRM tools.
• Participate in market research to identify new business opportunities.
• Support marketing efforts, including events and content promotion.

• Experience in sales, preferably in recruitment, HR, or B2B services.
• Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and sales tools.
• Strong prospecting, negotiation, and closing skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Goal-oriented with a track record of meeting targets.
• Attention to detail in managing sales data.
• Ability to work independently in a team-driven setting.
• Adaptable to fast-paced sales cycles.

• Competitive base salary: 1,450,000–1,849,000 ZAR annually (depending on experience) + uncapped commissions.
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) including vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Paid Sick Leave.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and career advancement.
• Supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment valuing collaboration and innovation.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact by expanding our network of top talent connections.

• Experience in a rapidly scaling sales organization.
• Opportunity to advance into senior sales or account management roles.
• Hands-on training in recruitment sales and client strategy.

• Flat management structure with direct access to decision-makers.
• Friendly, collaborative U.S.
  
  -based team empowering innovation.
• Open communication environment.
• No bureaucracy or rigid hierarchies.
• Results-oriented approach.

Global Reach and Impact — Join a top-tier international executive search firm with worldwide reach. You ll gain exposure to U.S. markets, global stakeholders, and high-stakes talent acquisition that drives transformative business growth.

Career Acceleration — Thrive in a flat, results-oriented structure with direct access to decision-makers, offering rapid professional development, hands-on learning in executive recruitment, and clear paths to expand your responsibilities in a scaling organization.

Collaborative and Inclusive Culture — Team up with a friendly crew that fosters open communication, celebrates diversity, and values innovation—free from bureaucracy, with a focus on teamwork and meaningful contributions to connecting top talent with life-changing opportunities.

Work-Life Integration — Enjoy the flexibility of remote work in a supportive environment that prioritizes your well-being, while making a tangible difference in industries worldwide through ethical, high-standard recruitment practices.

Unmatched Professional Growth — Benefit from opportunities to work on diverse, high-impact projects, including leadership assessments and HR advisory services, in a company committed to excellence, client success, and long-term employee development.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Keller Executive Search and its clients are committed to being Equal Opportunity Employers in South Africa. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, skin color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, age, disability, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic.

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