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Legal Intake & Sales Specialist

Posted about 1 month ago

RemoteJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

VirtueStaff is seeking for a professional and articulate Legal Intake Specialist to serve as the initial point of contact for our client. In this role, you will be responsible for managing high-volume inbound inquiries and conducting the initial screening process to determine how our firm can best assist. The ideal candidate is a empathetic communicator who can gather critical information efficiently while maintaining a professional and welcoming demeanor.

Responsibilities

  • Promptly and professionally answer inbound client calls, acting as the primary voice of the firm to establish trust from the first point of contact
  • Conduct detailed intake processes with inbound callers to qualify leads and determine if their legal needs align with our firm's practice areas
  • Accurately capture and enter prospective client information, case facts, and contact details into our system to ensure the legal team has a clear starting point
  • Provide exceptional customer service by addressing initial concerns, explaining the next steps of the process, and maintaining a supportive tone
  • Utilize persuasive, sales-minded communication techniques to handle objections, build value in our legal services, and successfully convert qualified inquiries into scheduled consultations

Requirements

  • Excellent communicative English skills, both verbal and written, are required for high-level professional interaction
  • Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in sales, inside sales, or a quota-driven customer service environment is highly preferred
  • Proven experience in legal intake or handling high-volume professional inquiries within a law firm is an absolute advantage
  • Strong objection-handling and closing skills, with a proven ability to guide potential clients confidently through a sales/intake funnel
  • A unique blend of high empathy and a sales mindset; the ability to handle sensitive, emotional situations with care while still driving the business forward

Benefits

  • Work From Home
  • Performance Bonus
Job details
Workplace
Remote
Location
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

VirtueStaff exists to build better businesses and brighter futures by connecting growing companies with exceptional global talent, creating lasting value for both.

Key team members

Janine Moeller

Janine Moeller

David T.

David T.

Oghenerukevwe Ojuederie

Oghenerukevwe Ojuederie

Michael Dory

Michael Dory

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