Business Development Manager - Financial Services

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Bonus structure tied to performance

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Provident fund and retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Business Development Manager to drive growth in the Randburg financial services market. The role focuses on identifying opportunities, forging partnerships, and delivering revenue growth through effective campaigns and client acquisitions.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in financial services sales, excellent networking and negotiation skills, and the ability to work in a hybrid Randburg environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development or sales within the financial services industry.
• Proven track record of identifying and closing new business opportunities.
• Strong understanding of financial products, services, and market dynamics.
• Excellent networking, negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the financial services sector, focusing on strategic partnerships and client acquisition.
• Develop and implement effective business development strategies to achieve sales and revenue targets.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, competitive landscape, and potential new service offerings.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop targeted campaigns and promotional materials.
• Negotiate and close business deals, ensuring alignment with company objectives and profitability goals.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Negotiation

Relationship building

Market research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and results-oriented Business Development Manager to drive growth for their financial services offerings in the Randburg area. This role is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with key partners, and developing strategies to expand market share. You will play a critical role in forging new partnerships, understanding market needs, and translating those insights into successful business initiatives that contribute to the company's overall revenue goals and strategic expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the financial services sector, focusing on strategic partnerships and client acquisition.
• Develop and implement effective business development strategies to achieve sales and revenue targets.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, competitive landscape, and potential new service offerings.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop targeted campaigns and promotional materials.
• Negotiate and close business deals, ensuring alignment with company objectives and profitability goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development or sales within the financial services industry.
• Proven track record of successfully identifying and closing new business opportunities.
• Strong understanding of financial products, services, and market dynamics.
• Excellent networking, negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment in Randburg .

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an attractive commission and bonus structure tied to performance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a reputable financial institution.
• Hybrid work model allowing for a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Contribution to a provident fund and other retirement benefits.