Growth Executive – Lesaka (FinTech)

Lesaka Merchant Division; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A fintech company seeking a Growth Executive in South Africa to drive merchant acquisition and retention. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in external sales and proven success in multi-product sales. They will promote bundled solutions, manage pipelines, and build strong relationships with merchants. A valid driver’s license is required for this field-based role, emphasizing a passion for fintech and driving financial inclusion effectively.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Opportunity for impactful work

Support for entrepreneurial spirit

Qualifications

• 3+ years in external sales, business development, or merchant acquisition.
• Proven success in multi-product sales and pipeline management.
• Experience in fintech, financial services, or merchant acquiring (preferred).
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Acquire & activate merchants by converting leads into revenue-generating clients.
• Drive multi-product growth by promoting bundled solutions.
• Manage the sales pipeline and report insights.
• Build relationships and identify cross-sell opportunities.
• Stay updated with fintech trends.

Skills

Sales drive & execution

Customer engagement & influence

Data-driven decision-making

Entrepreneurial mindset

Integrity & accountability

Education

Matric

Tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, or Marketing

Job description

🚀 Join Lesaka as a Growth Executive – Drive Financial Inclusion Through Innovation!

📍 Location: Field-based within your assigned region
📊 Reporting To: Manager / Head of Growth (Vertical)
👥 Direct Reports: None

Are you a dynamic go-getter with a passion for fintech and field sales? Lesaka is looking for a Growth Executive to join our high-impact Growth Organisation — a team that’s reshaping the future of merchant services across South Africa.

As a Growth Executive, you’ll be at the forefront of merchant acquisition, activation, and retention, driving revenue across our integrated product suite: Card, Cash, Capital, Software, and VAS. This is more than a sales role — it’s a chance to be a catalyst for financial inclusion and digital transformation.

🌟 What You’ll Do:

• Acquire & Activate Merchants: Convert leads into signed, installed, and revenue-generating merchants.
• Drive Multi-Product Growth: Promote bundled solutions that boost merchant profitability and loyalty.
• Own Your Territory: Manage your pipeline, report insights, and align with regional strategies.
• Engage & Expand: Build lasting relationships and identify cross-sell opportunities.
• Stay Ahead: Keep up with fintech trends and share best practices with your team.

💼 What You Bring:

• 3+ years in external sales, business development, or merchant acquisition.
• Proven success in multi-product sales and pipeline management.
• Experience in fintech, financial services, or merchant acquiring (preferred).
• Matric required; tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, or Marketing is a plus.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle — ready to hit the road!

🔑 Key Traits We Value:

• Sales drive & execution
• Customer engagement & influence
• Data-driven decision-making
• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Integrity & accountability

📈 Your Impact Will Be Measured By:

• Merchant acquisition & activation rates
• Revenue growth (ARPU)
• Product penetration & cross-sell success
• CRM accuracy & reporting discipline

💡 Why Lesaka?

We’re not just a fintech company — we’re a movement. At Lesaka, you’ll be part of a team that values entrepreneurial spirit, collective wisdom, and a bias to action. We empower our people to take ownership and make a real difference in the lives of merchants and communities.
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