Business Development Lead

CodeConnect Staffing; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

CodeConnect Staffing is seeking a commercially driven Business Development Lead in Sandton, South Africa, to identify and develop new business opportunities, generate qualified leads and build relationships with prospective clients.

The role will collaborate with the Customer Success Manager and internal teams to ensure qualified opportunities progress through the sales cycle, with a focus on ICT, software development and technology consulting sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in B2B sales or business development.
• Proven track record in prospecting and developing new business opportunities.
• Experience engaging decision-makers and building relationships with prospective clients.
• Strong consultative selling and pipeline management skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, prospect and pursue new business opportunities across industries.
• Generate leads through direct outreach, LinkedIn, networking and events.
• Research prospective clients to identify business challenges and digital needs.
• Build relationships with key decision-makers and senior stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain a consistent pipeline of opportunities and partnerships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to transition opportunities through the sales process.

Skills

Lead generation

B2B sales

CRM proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/IT

Tools

CRM systems

LinkedIn

Job description

Sandton, South Africa

Our client is an established technology and digital product development consultancy specialising in designing and developing innovative mobile applications and software solutions for businesses locally and internationally.

With expertise across software engineering, digital product design and mobile application development, the company partners with organisations across various industries to deliver meaningful, high-quality digital solutions.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a commercially driven and results-oriented Business Development Lead to identify and develop new business opportunities, generate qualified leads and build relationships with prospective clients.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years' experience in B2B sales or business development, with a proven ability to prospect, engage decision-makers and develop a strong new business pipeline. Experience within the ICT, software development, technology consulting or professional services sectors will be advantageous.

This is a new business development-focused role, suited to a proactive individual who enjoys identifying commercial opportunities, initiating conversations and connecting business challenges with innovative digital solutions.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Customer Success Manager and internal teams to ensure qualified opportunities are effectively transitioned and progressed through the sales process.

Key Responsibilities

New Business Development & Lead Generation

• Identify, prospect and pursue new business opportunities across relevant industries and markets.
• Generate leads through direct outreach, LinkedIn, networking, referrals and industry events.
• Research prospective clients to identify business challenges and potential digital solution requirements.
• Build relationships with key decision-makers and senior stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain a consistent pipeline of qualified business opportunities.
• Identify potential strategic partnerships and opportunities for market expansion.
• Conduct introductory meetings and discovery discussions with prospective clients.
• Understand client requirements, business objectives and potential technology needs.
• Present the company's software development, mobile application and digital product capabilities.
• Identify opportunities where technology solutions can deliver measurable business value.
• Qualify opportunities based on client needs, budget, timelines and strategic alignment.
• Maintain regular follow-ups to progress prospective client relationships.

Pipeline Management & Internal Collaboration

• Maintain accurate records of leads, client interactions and opportunities using CRM systems.
• Monitor business development activities and progress against agreed targets.
• Collaborate with the Customer Success Manager to ensure effective handover of qualified opportunities.
• Support ongoing client discussions where required to facilitate successful business conversion.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies and competitor activity.
• Contribute market insights and recommendations to improve business development strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in business development, B2B sales or new business acquisition.
• Proven track record in lead generation, prospecting and developing new business opportunities.
• Demonstrated experience engaging decision-makers and building relationships with prospective clients.
• Strong understanding of consultative selling and the B2B sales process.
• Experience managing and developing a sales pipeline.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, LinkedIn and other business development tools.
• Strong communication, negotiation, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify client business challenges and communicate relevant solutions.
• Self-motivated, commercially aware and comfortable working towards business development targets.

Advantageous Experience & Qualifications

• Experience in the ICT, software development or technology consulting industry.
• Previous experience selling software development services, digital products, mobile applications or related technology solutions.
• Business development experience within a consulting or professional services environment.
• An established professional network within relevant industries.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Marketing, Commerce, Information Technology or a related field.
• New business acquisition and relationship development.
• Commercial awareness and consultative selling.
• Strong prospecting, networking and negotiation skills.
• Confidence engaging senior stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Proactive, resilient and results-driven approach.
• Strong organisational skills and consistent follow-through.
• Genuine interest in technology, innovation and digital transformation.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to join an established and innovative technology consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality digital solutions.

The successful candidate will play an important role in expanding the company's client base, building meaningful commercial relationships and contributing directly to business growth, while collaborating with experienced teams across design, software engineering and technology.