Telesales Executive – Cold Calling Specialist

About the role

Arete Academia Institute is seeking a results‑driven Telesales Executive to join its sales team. You will be responsible for generating new business opportunities through outbound cold calls, introducing our educational programs and services, and converting prospects into satisfied clients.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct outbound cold calls to prospective customers.
• Introduce company products/services and identify customer needs.
• Generate and qualify leads for the sales team.
• Maintain a pipeline of potential clients and follow up consistently.
• Achieve daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets.
• Handle objections and provide appropriate solutions.
• Keep accurate records of calls and customer interactions.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing team to improve conversion rates.

Required profile

• Proven experience in telemarketing, telesales, or cold calling.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong persuasion and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to handle rejection and stay motivated.
• Minimum of OND/NCE/HND/B.Sc in any relevant field.

Required skills

• CRM tools (experience with any CRM platform is a plus).

What we offer

• Commission‑based compensation structure.
• Performance‑based incentives.
• Opportunities for growth and career development.
• Supportive and dynamic work environment.