Business Development Manager - Financial Services

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Career progression

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to identify and secure new business in Banking & Finance, focused on the Northern Cape region (Upington). Based in Upington with a hybrid work model, you will develop strategic relationships, understand client needs, and propose tailored financial solutions to grow revenue.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in business development or sales, strong negotiation and presentation skills, and in-depth knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or Finance.
• Minimum 5 years in business development, sales or account management.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of financial products and services for businesses.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model with client focus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business leads and partnerships within the target market.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve revenue and growth targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients.
• Understand client requirements and propose appropriate financial products and services.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.

Skills

Sales experience

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation skills

Financial products knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Finance

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a results-driven Business Development Manager to identify and secure new business opportunities within the Banking & Finance sector in the Northern Cape region, based in Upington . This role is crucial for expanding the company's market presence and client portfolio. You will be responsible for developing strategic relationships, understanding client needs, and proposing tailored financial solutions. The ideal candidate possesses strong sales acumen, a deep understanding of financial products, and a proven ability to drive revenue growth in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business leads and partnership opportunities within the target market.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve revenue and growth targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients.
• Understand client requirements and propose appropriate financial products and services.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or account management, preferably within financial services.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of financial products and services relevant to businesses.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, with a focus on client engagement.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission structure.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional training.
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Play a key role in expanding our client's reach in the dynamic Northern Cape region.