Johannesburg: Lead Generation Executive [Cold Calling] | Remote posted by Acumen Strategy

We are looking for a motivated and results-driven Lead Generation Executive to support outbound calling and appointment setting for our business development efforts in the US financial market. This is a phone-first, cold-calling role where your primary responsibility is to engage with prospects, introduce our finance and investment products, and schedule follow-up conversations with senior team members. If you are confident on the phone, comfortable handling rejection, and enjoy initiating professional conversations, this role is a strong fit. Key Responsibilities & Deliverables: Make outbound cold calls to business prospects in the US financial market from a provided contact list Deliver a concise and professional introduction of our finance and investment offerings Identify interest and qualify prospects for follow-up discussions Schedule meetings or calls with senior stakeholders Accurately record call outcomes, notes, and follow-ups in the CRM Follow call scripts while adapting naturally to live conversations Handle objections calmly and professionally Share feedback from calls to support refinement of messaging and outreach strategy Core Qualifications and Competencies: Prior experience in the US financial market is highly preferred Comfortable spending a significant portion of the day on the phone Resilient and able to manage rejection positively and professionally Clear communicator with a confident and professional tone Organized, reliable, and open to feedback and coaching Prior experience in cold calling, tele-sales, or lead generation is beneficial but not required Nice-to-Have Skills: Experience in B2B calling or appointment setting, especially for financial or investment products Familiarity with CRM systems or call-tracking tools Exposure to professional services or regulated industries, particularly in finance Why This Opportunity: Gain hands-on experience in business development for the US financial market Opportunity to work with and learn about finance and investment products, including real estate and wealth management solutions Work with a supportive environment and mentorship to refine your sales skills Contribute directly to business growth and pipeline development for leading advisory firms