Business Development Manager

WatersEdge Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Johannesburg is looking for a motivated Deal Maker to drive business development efforts in an innovative environment. You will engage with C-suite executives, manage sales campaigns, and build key relationships. The ideal candidate possesses strong financial acumen and excellent negotiation skills, with qualifications such as CA or CFA Level 2/3. This position offers a clear path for career progression and contributes directly to the company's success, emphasizing a dynamic and supportive culture.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Supportive company culture

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Strong financial acumen and business development experience.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to engage with senior executives.

Responsibilities

• Research and engage target clients globally.
• Build and nurture relationships with key decision-makers.
• Manage outbound sales and business development campaigns.
• Conduct product demonstrations tailored to client needs.
• Support price negotiations and closing deals.

Skills

Financial acumen

Business development

Relationship-building

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

CA, LLB, CFA Level 2/3 or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic, motivated professional with strong financial acumen and a passion for business development. This role offers the unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative tech environment with significant growth potential. As a Deal Maker, you will drive business development efforts, engage with C‑suite executives, and expand the company’s international footprint.

This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in a results‑driven environment, possess exceptional relationship‑building skills, and are eager to grow into a strategic deal‑making position.

Role Overview

• Proactively research and engage target clients globally, identifying opportunities in local and international markets.
• Build and nurture long‑term relationships with key decision‑makers and stakeholders.
• Manage outbound sales and business development campaigns, including lead generation and client outreach.
• Engage with C‑suite executives and conduct product demonstrations tailored to client needs.
• Support senior management in price negotiations, proposals, and closing deals.
• Provide feedback to the IT and Client Management teams for product improvements.
• Develop strategic partnerships to create new business opportunities.
• Gain in‑depth knowledge of the platform, features, and technical specifications to effectively communicate value to potential clients.

What We’re Looking For

• Highly motivated individuals with strong financial and business acumen.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Proven ability to engage with senior executives and key decision‑makers.
• Strong organisational, prioritisation, and time‑management abilities.
• Experience delivering customised client presentations.
• A proactive and resilient approach to sales and business development.

Qualifications and Experience

• Professional qualifications such as CA, LLB, CFA Level 2/3, or equivalent.
• Experience in SAAS platform sales is advantageous but not essential.

What We Offer

• A career progression path into deal‑making roles for individuals demonstrating exceptional drive and skills.
• The chance to contribute directly to the success of a growing, international team.
• Opportunities to develop high‑level sales and business development skills in a tech‑driven environment.
• A supportive, dynamic company culture focused on work‑life balance and professional growth.

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level in an exciting international market, we’d love to hear from you!

If you do not hear from us within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.