Lead Generation Specialist & Outreach Specialist (Remote) | South Africa

$500 - $750/mo

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Role Overview

HireHawk is seeking a Lead Generation & Outreach Specialist to drive early-stage sales activities in the construction industry. This remote role focuses on filling the sales pipeline through strategic lead generation, automated outreach campaigns, and follow-up calls to support business growth.

You'll work directly with the founder to source qualified prospects and book meetings, while deal closing is handled internally. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on company growth through systematic prospecting and relationship building in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Generate and qualify high-potential prospects through strategic lead sourcing and research
Build and manage automated cold outreach campaigns across email and LinkedIn platforms
Execute targeted cold calling sequences to follow up on outreach and nurture prospects
Schedule and coordinate qualified meetings for the founder to maximize conversion opportunities
Maintain accurate CRM updates and track outreach performance metrics
Research and identify potential leads through LinkedIn, databases, social media, and online research
Develop and execute outbound prospecting strategies across multiple channels
Qualify inbound and outbound leads based on defined criteria
Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to align messaging and targeting strategies
Track, analyze, and report on lead generation metrics and performance
Continuously optimize outreach strategies to improve conversion rates

Requirements

1-3+ years experience in Sales Development, Lead Generation, or Appointment Setting
Experience with cold outreach including email, LinkedIn, and cold calling
Experience running automation campaigns using tools like Apollo, Instantly, Lemlist, or Smartlead
Proficient with CRM systems such as HubSpot, Salesforce, or Pipedrive
Familiar with outbound automation tools and platforms
Ability to source leads using LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo, ZoomInfo, etc.
Basic data management and list-building skills
Comfortable using dialers and cold-calling platforms
Exceptional written communication skills for cold outreach
Confident phone presence for engaging prospects directly
Highly organized, process-driven, and results-oriented mindset
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Nice to Have

Prior experience supporting founders or small ventures
Experience in the construction industry
Strong focus on metrics and performance optimization
Cost-conscious and efficiency-minded approach

Benefits & Perks

Access to a $200K+ perk marketplace with discounts on 150+ global services
Option to withdraw up to 50% of approved earnings before payday

About the Company

HireHawk connects top global talent with high-performing U.S. companies, focusing on finding exceptional professionals who bring both expertise and drive to every role. The company is passionate about helping candidates grow their careers while supporting clients with reliable, remote-ready talent.