Business Development Executive

Job Crystal; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A fintech company in Pretoria is looking for a Business Development Executive to drive merchant acquisition and activate services. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in sales or business development, preferably in fintech. This position requires managing a sales pipeline and engaging with clients to promote financial solutions. A valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle are essential. Strong sales drive and customer engagement skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in external sales, business development, or merchant acquisition.
• Proven success in multi-product sales and pipeline management.
• Experience in fintech, financial services, or merchant acquiring is preferred.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Acquire & activate merchants by converting leads into revenue generating clients.
• Drive multi-product growth by promoting bundled solutions to merchants.
• Manage pipeline and report insights to align with regional strategies.
• Build relationships and identify cross-sell opportunities.

Skills

Sales drive & execution

Customer engagement & influence

Data-driven decision-making

Entrepreneurial mindset

Integrity & accountability

Education

Matric required

Tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, or Marketing

Job description

Job Intro

Business Development Executive - GP - Pretoria, GP GautengAre you a dynamic go-getter with a passion for fintech and field sales?

the business is looking for a Business Development Executive to join our high-impact Growth Organisation â a team thatâs reshaping the future of merchant services across South Africa.

As a Business Development Executive, youâll be at the forefront of merchant acquisition, activation, and retention, driving revenue across our integrated product suite : Card, Cash, Capital, Software, and VAS.

This is more than a sales role â itâs a chance to be a catalyst for financial inclusion and digital transformation.

Job Specification

Areas - Gauteng (GP) : Johannesburg (x2) | Pretoria (Tshwane) | Ekurhuleni (East Rand)What Youâll Do : ?Acquire & Activate Merchants : Convert leads into signed, installed, and revenue generating merchants.

• ?Drive Multi-Product Growth : Promote bundled solutions that boost merchant profitability and loyalty.

Offer

• ?Own Your Territory : Manage your pipeline, report insights, and align with regional strategies.
• ?Engage & Expand : Build lasting relationships and identify cross-sell opportunities.
• ?Stay Ahead : Keep up with fintech trends and share best practices with your team

What You Bring

• ?3+ years in external sales, business development, or merchant acquisition.
• ?Proven success in multi-product sales and pipeline management.
• ?Experience in fintech, financial services, or merchant acquiring (preferred).
• ?Matric required; tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, or Marketing is a plus.
• ?Valid driverâs licence and reliable vehicle â ready to hit the road

Key Traits We Value

• ?Sales drive & execution
• ?Customer engagement & influence
• ?Data-driven decision-making
• ?Entrepreneurial mindset
• ?Integrity & accountability

Your Impact Will Be Measured By

• ?Merchant acquisition & activation rates
• ?Revenue growth (ARPU)
• ?Product penetration & cross-sell success
• ?CRM accuracy & reporting discipline
• Monthly Salary : Market related