Business Development Manager

AmBank Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AmBank Group in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a proactive Business Development Manager to drive payroll and salary crediting initiatives across Klang Valley. You will cultivate partnerships with Wholesale Banking, Transaction Banking, and SME clients to acquire new-to-bank customers and grow payroll deposits.

Reporting to Retail Distribution, you will execute sales strategies, manage campaigns, and collaborate with branches and internal teams to maximize revenue while ensuring regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Banking, Marketing, Mass Communication, Business Administration, or related disciplines.
• Diploma and relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Drive acquisition of new payroll employers and payroll employee salary accounts.
• Grow payroll deposits and non-individual CASA balances.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with corporate, SME, and commercial clients.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to execute salary crediting and business development initiatives.
• Monitor and manage sales campaigns, roadshows, and Local Area Marketing (LAM) activities.
• Ensure effective implementation and follow-through of sales initiatives across assigned regions.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Client relationships

Sales

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Banking/Marketing/Business

Diploma with relevant experience

Job description

Drive Business Growth. Build Strategic Partnerships. Make an Impact.

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Business Development Manager to lead business acquisition and salary crediting initiatives across Klang Valley region. This role is responsible for driving payroll and deposit growth through strategic collaborations with Wholesale Banking, Transaction Banking, SME Banking customers, and internal stakeholders.

As a key member of the Retail Distribution team, you will work closely with Regional Directors, branches, Customer Solutions, and other business units to execute sales strategies, acquire new-to-bank customers, and maximize business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive acquisition of new payroll employers and payroll employee salary accounts.
• Grow payroll deposits and non-individual CASA balances.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with corporate, SME, and commercial clients.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to execute salary crediting and business development initiatives.
• Monitor and manage sales campaigns, roadshows, and Local Area Marketing (LAM) activities.
• Ensure effective implementation and follow-through of sales initiatives across assigned regions.
• Drive first activation rates and deposit growth among newly acquired customers.
• Support business performance through market intelligence and opportunity identification.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements, AML policies, and internal procedures.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Banking, Marketing, Mass Communication, Business Administration, or related disciplines.
• Candidates with a Diploma and relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of working experience in banking, financial services, or a related service industry.
• Experience in sales, business development, payroll solutions, or deposit acquisition will be an added advantage.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build and manage client relationships.
• Results-oriented with strong commercial acumen.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.