Business Development Manager - Recruitment

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 820,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Commission and bonus structure

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive medical benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive growth for their Nelspruit operations. This hybrid role identifies and secures new business opportunities, builds client relationships, and expands market presence.

You will leverage sales expertise and recruitment industry knowledge to develop strategic partnerships and negotiate service agreements, collaborating with delivery teams to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development, sales, or account management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of the recruitment industry and talent acquisition challenges.
• Ability to identify client needs and develop tailored solutions.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business leads and sales opportunities within target markets.
• Develop and deliver compelling proposals and presentations to prospective clients.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Negotiate and close service agreements, ensuring profitable outcomes.
• Collaborate with the recruitment delivery teams to ensure client needs are met effectively.
• Stay informed about market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Account management

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation skills

CRM software

Stakeholder management

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive growth for their Nelspruit operations. This hybrid role involves identifying and securing new business opportunities with prospective clients, forging strong relationships, and expanding the firm's market presence. You will leverage your sales expertise and understanding of the recruitment industry to develop strategic partnerships. This is a key position for a motivated individual looking to make a significant impact on business growth within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business leads and sales opportunities within target markets.
• Develop and deliver compelling proposals and presentations to prospective clients.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Negotiate and close service agreements, ensuring profitable outcomes.
• Collaborate with the recruitment delivery teams to ensure client needs are met effectively.
• Stay informed about market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.

Requirements

• Proven track record in business development, sales, or account management, preferably within the recruitment or professional services sector.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of the recruitment industry and talent acquisition challenges.
• Ability to identify client needs and develop tailored solutions.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with a lucrative commission and bonus structure.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and other benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Be part of a growing team in Nelspruit, contributing directly to business success.