Business Development Manager

Wykco Inc; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth fintech company in Stellenbosch is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive revenue and manage investor relationships. This role requires strong experience in institutional sales and a solid network of investors. With attractive compensation and a startup culture, the manager will influence company growth directly. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and proven track record in business development.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Commission structure

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in business development or institutional sales.
• Established network with institutional investors.
• Financial services knowledge including private placements.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue through institutional deal closure.
• Source and close private placement deals.
• Manage complex investment transactions.

Skills

Institutional sales

Relationship management

Revenue generation

Compliance knowledge

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or Economics

Job description

Join Wykco's High-Growth Fintech Team as Business Development Manager. Wykco operates cutting‑edge investment platforms serving institutional investors, family offices, and alternative asset managers globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Revenue Generation: Drive monthly revenue through institutional deal closure and investor relationship management.
• Client Acquisition: Source, qualify, and close private placement deals with professional investors and institutional clients.
• Relationship Building: Build and maintain long‑term relationships with family offices, sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, and institutional investment managers.
• Deal Management: Manage complex investment transactions from initial contact through closing, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Market Development: Identify and develop new market opportunities across assigned geographic regions (Americas, Europe, or Asia‑Pacific focus).
• Platform Expertise: Present and demonstrate multiple investment platform capabilities to sophisticated institutional clients.
• Compliance Excellence: Maintain high compliance with reverse solicitation requirements and regulatory documentation standards.

What Makes This Role Unique

• Multi‑Platform Expertise: Work across diverse investment strategies and market segments.
• Global Reach: Build relationships with institutional investors worldwide.
• High‑Impact Role: Direct influence on company growth and strategic direction.
• Attractive Compensation: Performance‑based bonuses and commission structure with significant earning potential.
• Startup Culture: Fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment with significant autonomy and growth opportunities.

Essential Requirements

• 3‑5+ years of proven experience in business development, institutional sales, or investment relationship management.
• Established network of institutional investor relationships (family offices, asset managers, pension funds, or similar).
• Financial services knowledge including private placements, fund structures, and investment processes.
• Regulatory compliance experience with KYC/AML procedures and investor relations documentation.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
• Excellent English communication skills for international client interaction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of closing complex financial transactions with institutional investors.
• International experience working with cross‑border investment structures.
• Technology platform experience or fintech background.
• Multi‑language capabilities (Arabic, Mandarin, French, German, or Spanish).
• Startup or high‑growth company experience.

Personal Characteristics

• Results‑driven with a strong track record of exceeding revenue targets.
• Relationship‑focused with the ability to build trust with sophisticated investors.
• Self‑motivated and comfortable working with minimal supervision.
• Adaptable and thrives in fast‑paced, evolving startup environment.
• Process‑oriented with attention to detail and compliance requirements.