Virtual Assistant | Lead Responder

Virtual Assistant | Lead Responder (Part-time, remote – 3 hours/day)

About us:

Persuade is a fast-growing B2B lead generation and sales consultancy. We help international companies build high-performing outbound pipelines and generate qualified leads using email, podcasts, and intelligent campaigns.

Role overview:

We're hiring a proactive Virtual Assistant | Lead Responder to help us manage inboxes, respond to warm leads, and book meetings for our clients. You’ll be the first point of contact for prospects — so speed, clarity, and professionalism are key.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage client inboxes during working hours
  

• Respond quickly and professionally to inbound leads using our response frameworks
  

• Book meetings via Calendly based on client preferences
  

• Keep inboxes clean, labelled, and organized
  

• Escalate high-potential replies to our internal team
  

• Provide daily updates on meetings booked and inbox activity
  

Requirements:

• Excellent written English
  

• Fast response time and strong attention to detail
  

• Experience with Gmail, Google calendar, Calendly, and basic CRM tools
  

• Ability to follow scripts and take initiative where needed
  

• Reliable internet connection and a quiet working environment
  

• Previous VA or lead response experience is a plus
  

Work hours:

• 3 hours per day (ideally split: 09:00–10:30 and 15:00–16:30 SAST)
  

• Monday to Friday
  

Compensation:

• R5,000/month
  

• Performance bonuses available for booked meetings
  

• Opportunity to grow into a larger role based on performance
  

Why join us?

• Work with an international client base
  

• Flexible remote work environment
  

• Structured systems and clear processes
  

• Opportunity for long-term growth in a growing agency