Growth & Strategy Lead, Tech Partnerships

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation package

Performance bonuses

Equity options

Health benefits

Professional development and executive

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Head of Business Development and Strategy to drive growth from Centurion, Gauteng. You will identify opportunities, forge strategic partnerships, and shape growth strategies for a leading tech solutions provider.

Ideal candidates bring an MBA or master’s in a relevant field with 8–10 years in BD/strategy, strong negotiation, and superb stakeholder management. This role leads cross-functional teams in a dynamic tech landscape.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s in a relevant field is required.
• 8–10 years in business development or strategic roles, tech sector preferred.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities, form partnerships, and grow revenue.
• Strong relationship-building with senior stakeholders and clients.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new market opportunities and strategic alliances.
• Develop and execute growth-focused business development strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients and partners.
• Lead strategic planning translating market insights into goals.
• Oversee go-to-market strategies for new products/services.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis for decisions.
• Negotiate and close complex deals and partnerships.
• Collaborate with product, marketing and sales for alignment.
• Present strategic updates to executive leadership.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Relationship building

Cross-functional leadership

Market analysis

Communication skills

Leadership

Project management

Education

MBA or Master’s degree in Business/Finance/Economics

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Head of Business Development and Strategy to drive growth from Centurion, Gauteng. You will identify opportunities, forge strategic partnerships, and shape growth strategies for a leading tech solutions provider.

Ideal candidates bring an MBA or master’s in a relevant field with 8–10 years in BD/strategy, strong negotiation, and superb stakeholder management. This role leads cross-functional teams in a dynamic tech landscape.