Business Development Manager (Hybrid)(Fintech)

Business Development Manager (Hybrid)(Fintech), Belfast

Client: Vanrath

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 2c8ce503fb69

Job Views: 10

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description

A leading Fintech Marketing and Comparison company is evolving and is now seeking a Business Development Manager with IT experience to join their team.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced individual to join a company providing continuous progression opportunities.

Hybrid working options are available.

Essential: IT experience.

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 basic wage + discretionary bonus. Includes benefits such as salary review, performance bonuses, and development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Grow sales volume and revenues within the Affinity Partnerships team by identifying and negotiating new strategic partnerships.
• Develop new business through market research, industry engagement, and prospecting.
• Create and deliver presentations to secure new business.
• Negotiate commercial and contractual terms effectively.
• Follow up inbound inquiries and pursue outbound leads.
• Act as a subject matter expert on the company's value proposition for potential partners.
• Stay updated on market trends and competitor activities.
• Monitor and improve sales processes.
• Provide regular updates and forecasts on sales pipelines.
• Attend meetings and exhibitions to support growth.
• Collaborate with other departments like Product Management, IT, and Marketing.
• Contribute to marketing collateral for partnership development.
• Mentor and supervise junior team members.
• Additional tasks as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Approximately 5 years' experience in B2B new business development.
• Proven success in negotiating and acquiring high-value business.
• Target-driven environment experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to self-educate.
• Experience in partnerships or channel business development is a plus.
• Background in IT, e-commerce, fintech, or financial services is advantageous.
• Understanding of web/software development and familiarity with HubSpot, CRM, and Google Analytics are beneficial.

Education

• Degree in Business or IT, ideally with a 2:1 or equivalent, or relevant experience.
• Desirable: 3 B grades or above at A-Level (not essential).