Business Development Manager – Insurance / Financial Services

Sapientis Talent Management Pty. Ltd.; Johannesburg, Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative recruitment firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales growth in the financial services sector. This position requires at least a Bachelor's degree and a solid background in financial services. The successful candidate will possess strong relationship-building skills and be able to work independently or in a team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of financial solutions in Johannesburg or Cape Town.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in financial services industry.
• Strong experience in sales, client service or administration.
• CFP qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Move sales prospects through the sales cycle.
• Deliver pitches in various formats.
• Develop and execute sales campaigns.
• Build relationships with stakeholders.
• Maintain a strong sales pipeline.
• Provide sales performance reports.

Skills

Sales proficiency

Relationship building

Presentation skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Seeking a Business Development Manager with a passion for sales and strong relationship-building skills.

Our client, an innovative life insurer, is looking for a top-tier Business Development Manager to drive sales growth and develop strategic partnerships across multiple channels, including:
Fund Managers Independent Financial Advisers (IFAs) Pension Funds

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Move sales prospects through the full sales cycle to close deals.
• Deliver compelling pitches – written, online, and in-person.
• Develop and execute high-impact sales campaigns with marketing support.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with key stakeholders.
• Attend and network at industry events, conferences, and seminars.
• Maintain and nurture a strong sales pipeline, ensuring consistent follow-ups.
• Become a subject matter expert in retirement income strategies.
• Provide regular reports on sales performance and opportunities.

What You’ll Need:

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Solid knowledge of financial services and insurance products.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Experience:

• 4+ years in the financial services industry.
• Strong experience in sales, client service, or administration.
• CFP (Certified Financial Planner) qualification preferred.

Who You Are:

• Highly motivated and target-driven.
• A natural communicator with excellent presentation skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management abilities.
• Client-focused and solutions-driven.
• A team player who can also work independently.
• Adaptable to remote or hybrid work environments.

Location: Option to work in Johannesburg, or Cape Town, South Africa

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a deep understanding of financial services? If so, we want to hear from you!

This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate business development / sales professional to lead a team that’s shaping the future of financial services and retirement income solutions. To apply, please send a detailed CV to [e-mail] (Reference BDM_TJ_WP)