Business Development

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 04/03/2025 HANGAR49 is a prospect development & lead generation agency specializing in building real engagement with prospects to drive sustainable business growth. We help our clients find, connect with, and develop relationships with the right decision-makers through strategic outreach. We blend automation—via email and LinkedIn—with personalized methods, including calls, WhatsApp, and direct messaging, to create meaningful conversations. Operating in 30-day Agile Marketing cycles, we continuously experiment, refine, and evolve our approaches to maximize results. WHAT WE NEED HELP WITH – MAYBE YOUR MISSION? At HANGAR49, we don’t just sell—we create value-driven, strategic relationships. We are looking for a Business Development & Growth Lead to drive client acquisition, open new business opportunities, and help shape the future of our sales approach. Your mission is to: Identify, target, and engage potential clients who would benefit from our lead generation expertise. Develop compelling outreach strategies to generate interest, book meetings, and convert leads into long-term clients. Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to refine our methods, tools, and engagement strategies for maximum impact. Where we get this right, our pipeline grows—and you’ll be at the heart of making that happen. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Own the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing new business deals. Identify and build relationships with decision-makers across various industries. Lead outbound prospecting efforts via LinkedIn, email, calls, and direct messaging. Collaborate with internal teams to optimize outreach strategies, messaging, and sales processes. Experiment with and implement new sales techniques, tools, and automation methods to enhance effectiveness. Present HANGAR49’s value proposition confidently in client meetings and pitches. Work with the marketing team to align messaging and ensure strong brand positioning. Track and analyze sales performance metrics to refine strategies and improve conversion rates. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS, REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE Required: 5+ years in business development, sales, or growth-related roles , with proven success in closing deals. Strong prospecting and outreach experience, particularly using LinkedIn, email, and direct engagement. Tech-savvy and AI-competent —able to use automation tools to streamline prospecting. Confidence in consultative selling, negotiating, and pitching to senior stakeholders. Ability to analyze data and sales metrics to drive strategy. Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Excellent communication, storytelling, and relationship-building skills. Preferred Skills: Experience in B2B sales, SaaS, or lead generation services. Familiarity with CRM systems and automation tools. Strong copywriting skills for outreach messaging and proposals. Understanding of multi-channel sales strategies. International sales experience is a plus. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: High-energy, motivated, and resilient. Natural networker —thrives in conversations and relationship-building. Strategic thinker with a problem-solving mindset. Adaptable and comfortable in an evolving, experimental environment. Passionate about business growth and sales innovation. WHY WORK WITH US? At HANGAR49, we are pioneers in top-of-funnel outreach, constantly innovating and pushing the boundaries of sales and marketing. When you join us, you will: Be at the forefront of AI-driven sales and lead generation. Work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where experimentation is encouraged. Collaborate with a high-energy, talented team that thrives on results. Have the opportunity to shape how we engage with clients and develop sales strategies. Experience a fun, team-oriented culture with real growth opportunities. If you’re looking for a challenging, rewarding sales role where you can make a direct impact, this is the place to be. WHAT’S NEXT? If this sounds like you, APPLY NOW – we’d love to hear from you #J-18808-Ljbffr