Acquisition Specialist
Somewhere
🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R18,500 – R31,450 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
Acquisition Specialist (Real Estate Investment)
Location:Fully RemoteTime Zone Requirement:Must have strong overlap with U.S. business hours (CST preferred)Department:Sales / AcquisitionsReports To:Acquisitions Manager / Head of Acquisitions
About the Company
We are a real estate investment company focused on acquiring, renovating, and reselling residential properties across the United States. Our core business includes house flipping, wholesale deals, and direct-to-seller acquisitions aimed at maximizing returns.
We operate in a fast-paced, high-volume environment where speed, consistency, and strong communication are critical. Our team works closely across marketing, acquisitions, and dispositions to convert leads into profitable deals.
We pride ourselves on:
* Data-driven acquisition strategies
* High-volume lead generation and conversion
* Strong seller relationships
* Efficient and scalable deal flow
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Front-End Acquisition Specialist to serve as the first point of contact for inbound and outbound seller leads.
This role is responsible for qualifying leads, building rapport with property owners, gathering key property details, and setting appointments or passing qualified opportunities to the acquisitions team. You will play a critical role in the early stages of the sales pipeline, ensuring high-quality leads move forward efficiently.
This position is ideal for someone with strong communication skills, persistence, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, call-driven environment.
What You’ll Do
Lead Qualification & Seller Outreach
* Handle inbound and outbound calls with property owners
* Qualify leads based on motivation, timeline, and property condition
* Ask structured questions to gather key property and seller information
* Identify high-potential opportunities for acquisition
Rapport Building & Communication
* Build trust and rapport with sellers through professional, empathetic communication
* Clearly explain the company’s buying process and value proposition
* Maintain consistent follow-up with leads as needed
Appointment Setting & Pipeline Handoff
* Schedule appointments for senior acquisitions representatives
* Ensure all lead information is accurately captured before handoff
* Pass qualified leads to the acquisitions team with detailed notes
* Maintain smooth pipeline flow from initial contact to next stage
CRM & Data Management
* Accurately log all interactions, notes, and updates in the CRM
* Maintain clean and organized lead records
* Track follow-ups, callbacks, and pipeline activity
* Ensure no qualified leads fall through the cracks
Performance & Metrics Tracking
* Meet or exceed call, conversion, and appointment-setting targets
* Track key metrics such as contact rate, qualification rate, and set appointments
* Continuously improve performance based on feedback and data
What You Bring
Required Experience
* 2–5+ years of experience in sales, call center, or lead qualification roles
* Experience in real estate, wholesaling, or acquisitions (preferred)
* Strong phone presence and confidence in high-volume calling environments
* Proven ability to build rapport and handle objections
* Experience working with CRM systems and managing pipelines
* Excellent communication and active listening skills
* Goal-oriented with a strong work ethic and persistence
Technical Skills
* CRM platforms (Podio, Salesforce, or similar)
* Dialer systems or call tools (Mojo, CallTools, or similar)
* Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets (basic to intermediate)
* Communication tools (Slack, Zoom, email platforms)
Nice to Have
* Experience working with U.S. real estate investors or companies
* Familiarity with seller lead types (inbound, cold calling, SMS, etc.)
* Experience with appointment setting or inside sales roles
* Understanding of real estate terminology and deal flow
* Bilingual abilities (a plus, not required)
Technical Requirements
* Reliable high-speed internet connection
* Quality headset for frequent calling
* Quiet, professional work environment
* Modern computer capable of running CRM and dialer systems
Work Environment
* Fully remote role
* High-volume, call-driven environment
* Performance-focused with clear KPIs
* Collaborative sales team environment
Schedule
Monday – FridayU.S. business hours (CST preferred)(Some flexibility may be required based on lead flow)
Who This Role is Ideal For
* Strong communicators who enjoy speaking with people daily
* Resilient individuals comfortable with high call volume
* Goal-driven professionals motivated by performance metrics
* Individuals interested in real estate investing and sales
* Team players who thrive in structured sales environments
What This Role Is Not
* Not a closing role — focused on qualification and appointment setting
* Not a low-call-volume position — outbound activity is required
* Not a passive role — consistent follow-up and engagement are
Tips for South African Applicants
Timezone Advantage
South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.
Salary in Context
At R18,500/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,000/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
About Somewhere
Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 609 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →