Growth / Business Development Executive

PRR Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech organization is seeking a visionary Growth / Business Development Executive to drive strategy and lead revenue growth in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, including strong leadership in fintech or B2B tech. Key responsibilities include stakeholder engagement, brand positioning, and managing high-performing teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in business development, with 5+ in senior leadership.
• Strong track record in fintech, payments, telecoms, or B2B tech.

Responsibilities

• Lead executive-level strategy and decision-making.
• Drive revenue growth through client acquisition and retention.
• Manage sales, marketing, and account management teams.

Skills

Leadership in sales

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Team-building skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Business, Marketing, or related field

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

Overview

Drive strategy. Lead growth. Shape the future of payments.

We’re seeking a visionary Growth / Business Development Executive to lead a high-performing division within a leading fintech organisation. This role demands a strategic thinker with deep commercial acumen, proven leadership in sales and marketing, and the ability to deliver sustainable revenue growth across Africa.

Responsibilities

• Executive-level strategy and decision-making
• Revenue growth through client acquisition and retention
• Leadership of sales, marketing, and account management teams
• Brand positioning and market expansion
• Stakeholder engagement and industry representation

Ideal candidate profile

• 10+ years in business development, with 5+ in senior leadership
• Strong track record in fintech, payments, telecoms, or B2B tech
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and team-building skills
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business, Marketing, or related field
• Postgraduate qualification advantageous