Junior Sales Developer - Corporate (Jhb)

Currency Partners; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm seeks a dynamic Junior Sales Developer in Johannesburg to focus on cold calling and engage potential corporate clients for Foreign Exchange services. This role involves generating leads and setting up meetings for the distribution team. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of B2B cold calling experience, strong communication skills, and a track record in sales. A relevant business qualification and FAIS compliance are preferred. This opportunity is excellent for self-motivated individuals with a hunger to meet targets.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a B2B Hunter / Cold Calling role.
• Strong experience in cold calling with a proven track record.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research corporate businesses for Foreign Exchange services.
• Make a high volume of cold calls to key decision-makers.
• Provide regular updates on sales progress and lead generation efforts.

Skills

Cold calling

Lead generation

Sales communication

CRM software

Education

Relevant business qualification

FAIS compliant qualification

Job description

Junior Sales Developer - Corporate (JHB)Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on / This role will report to the Regional Manager of the Western Cape / Inland Team and will act as a support to the Corporate Business Consultants who focus on the corporate sector.

As a Junior Sales Developer, you will be responsible for setting up new business meetings for the Corporate Distribution Team.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic, driven Junior Sales Developer to generate leads and engage new potential corporate clients in South Africa. This role will focus on cold calling to decision-makers in companies with Corporate-related Foreign Exchange requirements and set up meetings for the Business Consultants in each region.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research corporate businesses in South Africa with potential requirement for Foreign Exchange services.
• Make a high volume of cold calls daily to key decision-makers (CFOs, Treasurers, Finance Directors, etc.) to introduce the Currency Partners Foreign Exchange services.
• Telephonically present the value proposition of our FX intermediary services to secure a meeting for the distribution team.
• Meet or exceed monthly KPI targets.
• Provide regular updates on sales progress, lead generation efforts, and pipeline development to management.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience in a B2B Hunter / Cold Calling role, preferably in the financial services or Foreign Exchange related sectors.
• Basic understanding of foreign exchange markets, currency conversions, and international transactions is an advantage.
• Strong experience in cold calling and outbound sales with a track record of successfully converting prospects into clients.
• A self-motivated individual with a hunger to meet and exceed targets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex financial products.
• Able to research and identify potential leads effectively.
• Comfortable using CRM software and other sales tools to manage leads and track progress.

Qualifications

• A relevant business qualification would be helpful.
• FAIS compliant qualification, or willing to work towards obtaining FAIS compliance.
• Sales experience in the Financial and FX industry would be advantageous.
• An understanding of the Corporate FX industry would be advantageous.
• Entrepreneurial experience would be advantageous.