Telemarketer
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 R22,200 – R27,750 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
Role:Telemarketer
Priority Location:South Africa (preferred for time-zone overlap)
Working Hours:9:00 AM – 5:30 PM GMT (flexible based on business needs)Salary Range:$1,200 – $1,500 USD per month
Type of contract:Independent Contractor
Type of job:Remote
About the Company:
Our client, is a growing company, focused on building strong client relationships and delivering value through innovative solutions. With a collaborative and flexible work culture, our client empowers remote talent to thrive while making a measurable impact on the business.
About the Role:
The Telemarketer role is responsible for driving outbound sales and client engagement, building relationships, and expanding the company’s database of prospects. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a results-driven mindset, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment. This is a hands-on role where your efforts directly contribute to the growth of the business.
Key Responsibilities:
● Conduct outbound calls to potential clients and prospects.
● Build and maintain relationships while accurately recording interactions in the CRM.● Qualify leads and pass high-potential opportunities to the sales team.● Contribute to database management and ensure data integrity.
● Meet and exceed weekly and monthly performance targets.
● Provide feedback on market trends and customer insights to improve processes.
Qualifications:
Required:
● Proven experience in telemarketing, sales, or client engagement.
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
● Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
● Strong organizational and time management skills.
Preferred:
● Experience using CRM systems for tracking and reporting.
● Knowledge of the industry sector is a plus.
Interview Process:
●Stage 1:Initial call with the Hiring Manager to discuss background, experience, and fit for the role.
●Stage 2:Practical assessment — a live session with an actor to demonstrate telemarketing and communication skills in a realistic scenario.
●Stage 3:Final stage involves an assessment (personality test) to better understand candidate strengths and alignment with the role.
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 R22,200/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,200/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 1632 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →