Business Development Specialist
Somewhere
Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Somewhere explicitly welcomes applicants based in South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R55,500 – R74,000 ZAR. 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
Job Title:
Business Development Specialist – Outbound & Partner Growth
Location:
Remote - LATAM and South Africa
Type:
Full time
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday 9:00AM to 5:00PM PST
Base Salary:
$3,000 – $4,000 / month (to start).
Commission / Variable:
Up to 100% of base.
On-Target Earnings (OTE):
$6,000 – $8,000 / month for the initial contract period
About the Company
We are a subscription-based creative service platform offering unlimited graphic design,
custom illustrations, motion graphics, and presentation design for a flat monthly fee. We
help global brands, agencies, and fast-growing businesses scale their design output
with speed, quality, and consistency.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly driven, systems-focused Business Development Specialist to
lead pipeline growth and serve as the primary driver of new qualified opportunities.
You will design, automate, and execute outbound growth
strategies across targeted industries and key partner channels.
The ideal candidate is an expert in modern B2B outbound automation, high-ticket deal
environments, and leveraging AI tools to scale personalized outreach efficiently.
Responsibilities
● Pipeline & Opportunity Generation: Drive predictable pipeline growth by
building and launching targeted outbound campaigns across key partner
networks and industry verticals.
● Outbound Systems & Automation: Build, manage, and optimize scalable B2B
outbound sequences and infrastructure.
● AI Integration: Leverage AI tools and technologies to personalize outreach,
enrich prospect data, optimize workflows, and increase response rates.
● HubSpot Administration: Manage prospecting activity, track engagement, and
maintain clean data pipelines within HubSpot (or a similar CRM platform).
● Partner & Channel Development: Cultivate relationships with channel partners
to expand reach and generate high-value referral leads.
● Qualification & Handoff: Engage prospects, qualify decision-makers in
high-dollar B2B environments, and generate qualified meetings for leadership.
Requirements
● Outbound Expertise: Proven track record in B2B outbound sales, pipeline
generation, and handling high-ticket/high-dollar sales cycles.
● AI & Tech Savvy: Strong practical experience leveraging AI tools for messaging,
data enrichment, and prospecting automation.
● Systems & CRM Proficiency: Hands-on experience with HubSpot (or
comparable CRM/automation stack) and scalable email/outbound systems.
● Results-Oriented: Demonstrated ability to consistently meet or exceed meeting
and pipeline creation quotas.
● Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; capable
of engaging executive-level buyers.
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 R55,500/month, this role pays well above the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($3,000/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.
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About Somewhere
Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 1819 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →