Sales-Focused Executive Assistant (0.355474537-T1-SA-S1) - Remote SA at HireHawk

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Apr, 26

Salary

1300.0

Posted On

29 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Client Communications, Follow-up Discipline, Process Orientation, Attention To Detail, Calendar Management, CRM Operations, Written Communication, Sales-Minded Approach, Reliability, Accountability, Email Triage, HubSpot CRM Proficiency, Google Suite Proficiency, Independent Work

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Job Type: Full-time, long-term contractor Workplace: Remote Schedule: Full-time, aligned with U.S. business hours (Eastern Time Zone) Compensation: $900 - $1,300 USD We're seeking a Sales-Focused Executive Assistant to join our banking team in an entry-level capacity. This role centers on managing client communications, coordinating follow-ups, and ensuring no sales or investor opportunities slip through the cracks. You'll be responsible for maintaining calendars, organizing contacts, and supporting CRM operations to maximize efficiency. The position requires strong process orientation and the ability to work independently while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. This is an opportunity to directly impact business growth by streamlining operations and freeing up leadership time for strategic initiatives. HireHawk connects ambitious professionals with dynamic banking institutions that value operational excellence and client relationship management. We're looking for someone with strong follow-up discipline and process orientation who can work independently and proactively handle operational and CRM-related tasks. The ideal candidate is extremely detail-oriented, organized, and possesses strong written communication skills with a sales-minded approach to understanding follow-up urgency. You should be reliable, responsive during peak business hours, process-driven, and accountable in your work approach. • Manage client calls and emails to ensure timely and professional communication • Execute systematic follow-ups to prevent missed sales and investor opportunities • Maintain and organize calendars to optimize leadership scheduling and availability • Support CRM cleanup and contact organization to improve data accuracy and accessibility • Proactively manage action items and streamline communication processes to enhance operational efficiency Prior professional experience as an Executive Assistant or in sales/administrative support roles. Demonstrated experience supporting founders or executive leadership teams. Experience in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) and/or e-commerce is strongly preferred. Ability to manage and execute follow-ups for 10–16 client calls per day. Advanced skills in email triage and calendar management. Proven experience in sales support, executive assistance, or other revenue-facing administrative roles. Proficiency with HubSpot CRM. Advanced proficiency in Google Suite, including Gmail, Calendar, and Drive. Some college coursework completed, reflecting foundational professional readiness. Strong communication and organizational skills to support day-to-day operational efficiency. • Access to a $200k+ perk marketplace with instant discounts on 150+ services • Access up to 50% of approved earnings before payday (no credit checks or fees) • On-time, in-currency pay

Responsibilities

The role centers on managing client communications, coordinating follow-ups, and ensuring no sales or investor opportunities are missed by maintaining calendars, organizing contacts, and supporting CRM operations. Responsibilities include executing systematic follow-ups, managing client calls and emails, and streamlining communication processes to enhance operational efficiency.