Business Development Manager - Financial Products

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Hybrid work model

Career growth

Innovative culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a Business Development Manager specialising in financial products to drive revenue growth and expand market reach. The role involves identifying new business opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and collaborating with sales, marketing, and product development teams.

The position offers a hybrid work model and opportunities for career growth within a growing financial services provider in the Benoni area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Proven experience in business development or sales.
• Demonstrated success in meeting sales targets.
• Strong understanding of financial products and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve sales targets and expand the customer base for financial products.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, networking, and lead generation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to develop sales and promotional campaigns.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with clients and partners to secure profitable deals.
• Provide market feedback to product development teams to inform new product strategies and enhancements.

Skills

Sales experience

Financial products knowledge

Negotiation

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing financial services provider in Benoni, is seeking an ambitious and results-driven Business Development Manager specializing in financial products. This hybrid role involves identifying new business opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and driving revenue growth through the sale of innovative financial solutions. You will work closely with sales, marketing, and product development teams to expand market reach and enhance the company's presence within the Benoni and surrounding regions. This position is key to the company's expansion strategy and requires a proactive approach to market engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve sales targets and expand the customer base for financial products.


• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, networking, and lead generation.


• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders.


• Collaborate with marketing teams to develop and implement effective sales and promotional campaigns.


• Negotiate contracts and agreements with clients and partners to secure profitable deals.


• Provide market feedback to product development teams to inform new product strategies and enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.


• Proven experience in business development or sales, preferably within the financial services industry.


• Demonstrated success in meeting and exceeding sales targets.


• Strong understanding of financial products and market trends.


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with uncapped commission potential.


• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.


• Hybrid work model for a better work-life balance.


• Significant opportunities for career growth and advancement.


• Dynamic and collaborative work culture focused on innovation.