Senior Virtual Sales & Marketing 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 R37,000 – R39,775 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
Senior Virtual Sales & Marketing Specialist
Role Type:Independent Contractor (Full-Time)Hours:40 hours/week (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST)Compensation:Market relatedLocation:Remote (Latin America or South Africa)Seniority Level:Senior / Mid-SeniorReports To:Founder & CEO
Role Overview
A boutique beauty and lifestyle PR agency is seeking a proactive, high-energySenior Virtual Sales & Marketing Specialistto serve as the engine behind our business development and brand visibility. This agency represents a curated portfolio of national brands and delivers high-impact results through a lean, high-performing team.
This is a role for aself-starterwho thrives in a fast-paced environment and doesn't wait for a to-do list. You will own the outbound sales pipeline, manage marketing presence, and execute campaigns that generate qualified leads. If you are a resourceful professional who enjoys building plans, executing them, and reporting on tangible results, you will thrive here.
Core Responsibilities
Sales & Lead Generation
* Outbound Prospecting:Build and maintain contact lists in Apollo CRM; manage automated sequences and track response rates.
* Market Research:Identify and vet decision-makers within the beauty, wellness, and lifestyle sectors.
* Pipeline Management:Qualify inbound leads and support the CEO in moving prospects through the sales funnel.
* CRM Hygiene:Maintain 100% accuracy in CRM records and activity logs, providing weekly pipeline reports.
Campaign Execution & Marketing
* Email Marketing:Concept, draft, and deploy email campaigns, focusing on high-impact copy and segmentation.
* Social Media Management:Create and schedule engaging content for LinkedIn and Instagram that aligns with the agency brand voice.
* Content Creation:Write and publish SEO-optimized blog posts on a consistent schedule.
* Performance Tracking:Deliver weekly reports on opens, clicks, conversions, and follower growth.
Graphic Design & Brand Assets
* Design:Use Canva to create high-quality pitch decks, one-pagers, social graphics, and proposal templates.
* Brand Consistency:Ensure all internal and client-facing materials meet agency aesthetic standards.
Operations & Coordination
* Project Management:Manage all tasks and deadlines in Asana, proactively flagging potential delays.
* AI Integration:Leverage tools like Claude or Gemini to accelerate content drafting and research workflows.
* Web Analytics:Monitor Google Analytics and Search Console to produce monthly traffic and SEO reports.
Required Qualifications
Hard Skills
* 3+ years of experiencein sales support or marketing within an agency or service-based environment.
* CRM Mastery:Deep proficiency inApollo CRM(or equivalent sales engagement platforms).
* Design:StrongCanvaskills with a portfolio of professional work samples.
* Tools:Expert-level knowledge ofAsanaandAI tools(Claude, Gemini, etc.) for workflow acceleration.
* Analytics:Familiarity with Google Analytics, GEO, and basic SEO principles.
* Technical:Reliable high-speed internet and a dedicated, professional home workspace.
Soft Skills
* Exceptional Written English:Ability to write compelling, professional copy for external audiences.
* Proactive Ownership:You notice gaps and build solutions without being asked.
* Communication:High transparency; you surface problems early and provide informed suggestions.
* Agility:Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where priorities may shift.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience specifically within aPR, communications, or media agency.
* Familiarity with the beauty, wellness, or lifestyle industries.
* Google Ads, Meta, or Microsoft Advertising certifications.
* Advanced community management and paid social amplification experience.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Starting Month 2, success will be measured by:
* Outbound Activity:25+ new prospects contacted weekly; 75+ active prospects in the pipeline.
* Lead Generation:4 qualified discovery calls booked for the CEO per month.
* Content Volume:2 SEO/GEO blogs and 3–4 social posts published per week.
* Engagement Benchmarks:25%+ Email open rates and 5%+ reply rates on Apollo sequences.
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 R37,000/month, this role is competitive with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($2,000/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 620 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →