Job Description
What this role covers
We are hiring an Appointment Setter / SDR for a B2B marketing services company in the lead generation industry. This is a full-time remote role for a U.S.-based company that helps financial advisors generate qualified leads through cold SMS and email outreach. The primary focus of this role is rapidly engaging with positive responses from outbound campaigns, converting interested prospects into booked sales meetings, and maintaining a high booking rate through immediate follow-up and disciplined CRM management.
Key Responsibilities:
Call and engage positive responses from cold SMS and email campaigns within minutes of receiving them
Convert interested financial advisors into qualified, booked sales appointments
Follow established scripts, SOPs, and objection-handling frameworks to maximize conversion rates
Maintain rapid response times to inbound positive replies, as speed-to-lead is critical
Manage conversations, pipelines, tasks, and appointments within GoHighLevel (GHL)
Conduct follow-up calls, SMS messages, and emails with warm prospects who have not yet booked
Confirm appointments and reduce no-show rates through proactive communication
Keep CRM records accurate and up to date at all times
Track daily activity metrics, appointment volume, conversion rates, and pipeline health
Collaborate with leadership to improve scripts, messaging, and booking performance
Ensure compliance with SMS and email outreach best practices, including opt-out management
Contribute to ongoing process improvements and operational efficiency
Required Qualifications:
2 + years of recent experience in appointment setting, SDR, inside sales, or outbound lead generation
2 + years of proven success booking meetings through phone, SMS, email, or multi-channel outreach
1 + years of experience working with U.S.-based clients and prospects
Strong phone presence and confidence speaking with decision-makers
Experience using GoHighLevel (GHL) or comparable CRM platforms
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, KPI-driven environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Highly responsive and able to act quickly on inbound opportunities
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience setting appointments for marketing agencies, lead generation agencies, or professional service providers
Familiarity with financial advisors or financial services-related sales environments
Experience managing cold SMS and cold email outreach campaigns
Knowledge of sales follow-up sequences and appointment confirmation strategies
Previous experience working remotely with international teams
Required Skills & Tools:
GoHighLevel (GHL)
CRM and pipeline management
Calendar scheduling tools (Calendly or similar)
VoIP calling platforms (JustCall, Aircall, Twilio, or similar)
Google Workspace
Slack or equivalent communication tools
SMS and email outreach systems
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
Speed-to-lead response time
Number of calls completed
First-call booking rate
Meetings booked per week
Show rate for booked appointments
CRM accuracy and pipeline hygiene
Follow-up completion rate
Overall appointment conversion rate
Schedule & Compensation:
Full-time position - Monday to Friday during MST timezone U.S. business hours
Fully remote role
Base salary: R14 000 - R18 000 per month (plus $16.67 for every qualified show call)
Ongoing training, SOPs, and performance coaching provided
System Requirements:
Internet speed of at least 25 Mbps download and upload
Computer with 2.4 GHz processor or higher
Minimum 8 GB RAM
Windows 10 or newer, or Mac OS X 10.10 or newer
HD webcam (720p or higher)
Noise-cancelling headset with microphone
Quiet, professional work environment
Benefits:
Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission potential
Consistent workload with a proven lead generation system
Fully remote work environment
Direct collaboration with company leadership
Strong earning potential tied directly to performance
Opportunity for long-term growth within a rapidly scaling business
Supportive, process-driven team culture
Access to established scripts, SOPs, and training resources
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced sales environment, enjoys speaking with prospects, and can act quickly when opportunities arise. The successful candidate will be highly responsive, comfortable following proven systems, and motivated by performance-based earnings. They should have a strong sense of urgency, excellent communication skills, and the ability to consistently convert warm inbound interest into booked meetings.