Job Description:About Company: Our client is a fast-growing tech start-up delivering technology solutions to clients across Africa.The company is seeking a proactive and results-driven Junior Sales Associate to drive client acquisition and business growth. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and closing companies in need of one-off hires or managed developer services. S/he will lead outreach efforts across multiple channels, managing the complete sales cycle—from initial contact to deal closure—and coordinating a seamless hand-off to the Talent team for successful delivery.As a key contributor to the company’s growth, the successful candidate will play a critical role in expanding its global footprint and building strong, lasting relationships with startup and growth-stage clients.Key ResponsibilitiesLead Generation & Research:Identify and qualify potential clients via LinkedIn, Twitter, AngelList, Crunch base, and relevant startup databases.Build prospect lists and maintain up-to-date lead records in the CRM.Outbound Prospecting & Engagement:Send structured cold emails, LinkedIn DMs, and follow-ups to initiate contact.Customize messaging for different client types and track engagement metrics.Full Sales Cycle Management:Handle discovery calls and present the company's services confidently.Close deals directly with interested clients and coordinate the next steps.Ensure a smooth hand-off signed clients to the talent team for developer placement.Events & Networking:Represent the company in relevant online and offline events, conferences, and tech communities.Capture potential leads and nurture them post-event.Collaboration & Reporting:Collaborate closely with the Talent team to ensure client needs are clearly understood post-handoff.Provide regular progress updates to the COO/CEO and offer feedback from the field to improve offerings and messaging.RequirementsKey Requirements:1-2 years of experience in B2B sales, business development, or client-facing roles (bonus if in tech, recruitment, or SaaS).Experience selling developer outsourcing, freelance platforms, or tech talent solutions will be an added advantageConfident communicator with strong written English and experience handling cold outreach and pitch calls.Self-starter who can manage a sales pipeline, follow up consistently, and close deals without micro-management.Comfortable using CRM tools (e.g., Notion, HubSpot, or Trello) and prospecting tools (e.g., Hunter, Apollo, Clay, or Instantly).BenefitsCompensation: Base Pay ranges BTW N100k - N150k Monthly net, + Bonus based on performance and deals closed, and other benefits
