Sales Representative - US Staffing
At a glance
Mid-level Account Executive role at Huzzle. Remote, South Africa · full-time.
Pay not stated Account Executive salary
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What you'll do
- Make a high volume of outbound calls, then use email and social outreach to keep prospects engaged
- Find decision-makers with LinkedIn Sales Navigator and Apollo, and book qualified meetings for the sales team
- Guide leads through each outreach stage in HubSpot, recording activity and prospect conversations
- Handle objections and gatekeepers while pitching direct placement services to prospective clients
What you bring
- At least two years in an SDR or BDR role within staffing, including direct placement sales
- A record of hitting sales KPIs and appointment goals, with experience generating leads and running complex email sequences
- Strong HubSpot, LinkedIn Sales Navigator and Apollo skills, plus confident English communication on cold calls
Who this fits
This role suits a resilient outbound seller who can manage rejection, refine sales processes and wants a path toward business development or account management. You must live in the US and work Eastern Time. It is a full-time independent contractor role, and the posting describes it as fully remote.
From the employer
About Huzzle
At Huzzle, we connect exceptional talent with top opportunities at leading companies across the UK, US, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Our clients include fast-growing startups and established businesses in SaaS, MarTech, FinTech, and EdTech.
Unlike traditional outsourcing, you’ll be placed directly with a client as a core member of their team—giving you real ownership, career progression, and long-term stability.
Role Type: Full-time
Engagement: Independent Contractor
About the company
Our client is a high-growth talent solutions and recruitment firm dedicated to redefining how organizations secure top-tier professional talent. By providing tailored placement services and an industry-leading guarantee on new hires, the team focuses on building long-term partnerships through quality, transparency, and accountability. They serve a diverse range of clients looking for smarter, more efficient hiring strategies that prioritize executive-level excellence without the traditional overhead costs.
Operating with a commitment to "Affordable Excellence," this innovative division specializes in delivering high-impact recruitment processes that ensure both client and candidate success. The team fosters a results-oriented and collaborative work environment where the focus remains on elevating talent standards across various specialized industries. Joining this organization means contributing to a mission-driven group that prizes confidence, precision, and the power of exceptional people to drive business growth.
Job Summary
We are looking for a high-energy, results-driven Sales Development Representative to join our growing direct placement staffing firm. This is a critical role designed for a "hunter" who thrives on high-volume outreach and building the pipeline that fuels our organization's growth. As we prepare to expand into RPO services in 2026, you will be at the forefront of our sales engine, engaging with key decision-makers and helping companies solve their most pressing hiring challenges. This is more than just a cold-calling role; it is a career path designed to evolve into a full-cycle Business Development or Account Management position.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct high-volume outbound prospecting, including 80–100 calls per day.
- Manage and nurture leads through the entire outreach lifecycle via HubSpot CRM.
- Utilize LinkedIn Sales Navigator and Apollo to identify and engage with key stakeholders.
- Set 5–7 qualified appointments per week for the sales team.
- Execute multi-channel sequences involving professional email follow-ups and social selling.
- Overcome objections, navigate gatekeepers, and creatively pitch the value of our direct placement services.
- Maintain meticulous records of all activities and prospect interactions in the CRM.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2+ years of experience as an SDR/BDR specifically within the Staffing industry.
- Direct placement sales experience is mandatory (this is a sales role, not a recruiting role).
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding KPIs and appointment-setting targets.
- Must be located in the US and able to work in the Eastern Timezone.
- Advanced proficiency with HubSpot, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and prospecting tools like Apollo.
- Exceptional communication skills in English with the ability to "think on your feet" during cold calls.
- Experience with lead generation and managing complex email sequences.
- A resilient mindset with a high tolerance for rejection.
- Experience refining or polishing sales processes in a maturing business environment.
- Knowledge of RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) models.
Benefits
🌎 Fully remote role with flexible working hours
🚀 Work with high-growth international companies
📈 Clear career progression to Account Executive and beyond
🎯 Performance-based bonuses and incentives
🤝 Direct hire with global clients (not outsourced)
🧠 Ongoing training, mentorship, and sales development support