Lead Generation Specialist

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Lead Generation Specialist to join our Placements team at Virtual Internships, where we guarantee remote internships for students worldwide. As a Lead Gen Specialist, you will generate leads and set the stage for our Placement Matching Specialists to convert opportunities.

The role will start as a 3-month full-time contract, with the potential to become permanent based on performance.

What You’ll Be Doing

Utilizing multiple communication channels (email, calls, LinkedIn) to reach out to potential leads and generate interest in becoming a Virtual Internships host company.
Setting up meetings for our Placement Matching Specialists
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in our sales engagement and CRM tools.
Participating in the creation and optimization of lead generation and outreach strategies.
Following up on email marketing campaigns, webinars, and other demand generation activities.
Meeting or exceeding monthly and quarterly lead generation targets.

Requirement

Fluency in English (you don’t need an IELTS, but if you did, it would be 7.0+).
1-3 years of experience in similar roles, such as SDR or Lead Generation Specialist.
Experience making cold calls and sending cold emails.
Proven ability to meet targets and KPIs.
Familiarity with remote work or working with global teams.

Virtual Internships Perks and Benefits

Remote-First: All roles at VI are currently and will remain remote - flexibility to work from anywhere.
Flexible Working Hours: Start earlier, leave earlier, take a shorter lunch, or leave later, it's totally up to you.
Annual Leave: Wherever you are in the world, you’ll get 25 days of paid annual leave per year, plus bank holidays and 5 sick days.
Life Event Leave: There are moments in life where your life responsibility is a higher priority than work (e.g. moving house, your best friend getting married, your sister having a baby) therefore, you’ll get 5 days of paid life-event leave to support these occasions. You also get a day off on your birthday. This is in addition to your Annual Leave.
Flexible VIer Budget: You’ll receive a flexible budget of $1,000 per year that you can use on but not limited to your work setup, personal wellness, or professional development.
Tech: New joiners receive either a Windows, a Macbook or a $750 budget for your company laptop depending on the role and location.