Appointment setter/
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 – R27,750 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
* Make sure you have an introduction video to be considered.
Position:Business Development Representative (BDR)
Work Hours (Client):09:00am - 06:00pm PST
Pay Range :$1,000–$1,500 USD (Final offer depends on client approval and overall candidates' skills and experience)
Location of Search:South Africa
Work Location:REMOTE
About the Role
We’re looking for a highly motivated Appointment Setter / BDR to join our growing team. This role is focused on high-volume outbound calling and appointment scheduling, with secondary responsibilities in chatbot management and email/ chat communication.
This is not a traditional BDR role - the primary focus is cold calling (100 calls/day) and managing initial contact points with leads.Key Responsibilities
* Make 100+ outbound cold calls per day to U.S.-based leads
* Set qualified appointments for the sales team
* Manage inbound chatbot interactions and escalate as needed
* Respond to emails and messages with professionalism and clarity
* Log all activities and notes in our CRM (Hubspot)
* Collaborate with the team for continuous improvements in messaging and conversation
* Provide regular updates on call stats, performance, and feedback from prospects
Ideal Candidate
* 2–3 years experience in outbound calling, appointment setting, or SDR-related roles.
* Prior experience to U.S.-based clientele is a must
* Based in South Africa for timezone alignment and communication style
* Resilient and self-motivated - not easily discouraged by rejection
* Clear communicator (both verbal and written) with excellent English fluency
* Comfortable being accountable for daily KPIs and working independently
* Strong work ethic and professional demeanor
* Stable work history with no frequent job-hopping
Preferred but not required
* Experience with HubSpot CRM
* Familiarity with Google Workspace (Gmail, Chat, Calendar).
* Typing speed and accuracy (to be assessed during pre-screening)
* Willingness to grow into additional responsibilities over time
What We Offer
* A fast-paced and supportive remote work environment
* Opportunities for personal and professional development
* On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced team members
* A collaborative team with clear expectations and room to grow
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 614 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →