Head of Business Development

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Flexible remote work

Premium health insurance for employee/

Dependents' coverage

Retirement savings plan contribution

International travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Head of Business Development to lead strategic growth initiatives remotely. This senior role drives revenue on national and international scales, builds partnerships, and shapes business development strategies while guiding a distributed team.

The ideal candidate has an MBA or Master's degree with 10+ years in senior leadership, a track record of closing multi-million deals, and exceptional negotiation and presentation skills in global markets.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or corporate strategy, with significant senior leadership.
• Proven track record of developing and executing growth strategies and closing multi-million dollar deals.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics, competitive landscapes, and global business development practices.
• Experience in remote team leadership and managing distributed workforces.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic business development plan to drive revenue growth and expand market share.
• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, and market expansions.
• Lead and mentor the business development team, setting clear objectives and performance expectations.
• Negotiate and close complex deals, including strategic alliances, joint ventures, and key client contracts.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and competitive threats.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

MBA or Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative and strategic Head of Business Development to join their team remotely. This senior leadership role is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and driving revenue growth on a national and international scale. You will develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies, lead a high-performing team, and represent the company in key industry forums. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional market insight, a robust network, and a proven ability to conceptualize and close complex deals in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic business development plan to drive revenue growth and expand market share.
• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, and market expansions.
• Lead and mentor the business development team, setting clear objectives and performance expectations.
• Negotiate and close complex deals, including strategic alliances, joint ventures, and key client contracts.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and competitive threats.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events.

Requirements

• MBA or Master's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or corporate strategy, with a significant portion in senior leadership.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and executing growth strategies and closing multi-million dollar deals.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics, competitive landscapes, and global business development practices.
• Experience in remote team leadership and managing distributed workforces.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including a substantial base salary and performance-based equity or bonus.
• Flexible remote work environment with support for home office setup.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance for employee and dependents.
• Generous contribution to retirement savings plans.
• Significant opportunities for international travel and high-profile networking.