Sales Executive (SEO/Digital Marketing)

Job description

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, digital agencies, and tech platforms across SaaS, MarTech, FinTech, and EdTech. Unlike traditional outsourcing, you’ll be placed directly with a client as an in-house team member, with long-term growth opportunities and performance-based rewards.

About the Company Our client is a rapidly growing digital marketing agency specializing in SEO and performance marketing, helping businesses scale through data-driven organic growth strategies. They work with a diverse portfolio of international clients and are known for delivering measurable ROI and long-term growth outcomes.

Role Type: Full-time, On-site Engagement: Independent Contractor Location: Remote, Quarterly meet-ups in Cape Town

Job Summary We are hiring a Sales Executive with proven experience in SEO or digital marketing agency sales. This is a high-impact role focused on driving new business through outbound sales. This role is fully remote but requires candidates to be based in Cape Town for quarterly in-person team meetups and strategy sessions.

Key Responsibilities

- Drive outbound sales through cold calling, email outreach, and LinkedIn prospecting

- Identify, qualify business opportunities in the SEO/digital marketing space

- Conduct discovery calls and present tailored SEO solutions to potential clients

- Maintain and update pipelines using CRM tools (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce)

- Collaborate with internal marketing and delivery teams to ensure seamless client onboarding

- Meet and exceed monthly revenue targets and KPIs

- Stay up to date with SEO trends and digital marketing innovations

Requirements

- Proven sales experience within an SEO, digital marketing, or marketing agency environment

- Minimum 2+ years in a Sales Executive or Business Development role

- Strong understanding of SEO services and digital marketing solutions

- Demonstrated track record of closing deals and hitting revenue targets

- Experience with outbound sales and high call volumes

- Proficiency in CRM tools such as HubSpot or Salesforce

- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

- Must be based in Cape Town (required for quarterly meetups)

Benefits 🌎 Remote-first role with flexibility and autonomy ✈️ Quarterly in-person team meetups in Cape Town 🚀 Work with a fast-growing international digital marketing agency 📈 Clear progression into Senior Sales or Account Executive roles 🎯 Performance-based bonuses and incentives 🤝 Exposure to global clients and high-growth industries 🧠 Continuous training in SEO, digital marketing, and sales