Remote Business Development Executive - Sandton

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive base salary

Commission/bonus

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Remote Business Development Executive to spearhead growth through strategic alliances and new market expansion.

You will operate with significant autonomy from a remote location, negotiating high‑level partnerships and driving revenue across the Sandton landscape and beyond.

This role requires exceptional initiative, market analysis, and collaboration with internal teams to align business development with company goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or related field required.
• MBA or equivalent experience highly regarded.
• 6+ years in business development, strategic partnerships or senior enterprise sales.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate strategic business relationships with key partners and clients nationally.
• Develop and execute innovative strategies for market penetration and expansion.
• Conduct thorough market analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
• Negotiate and finalize complex partnership agreements and sales contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align business development efforts with company goals.
• Represent the company at virtual industry events and networking opportunities.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship building

Remote work independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing or related field

MBA or equivalent experience

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an ambitious and strategic Remote Business Development Executive to spearhead growth initiatives and forge new partnerships from a remote location. This role is critical for identifying untapped market segments, developing strategic alliances, and driving revenue expansion through innovative approaches. You will operate with significant autonomy, requiring excellent initiative and a proactive mindset to identify and pursue opportunities in the competitive Sandton business landscape and beyond. This position offers the ideal blend of remote work flexibility and high-impact business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate strategic business relationships with key partners and clients nationally.
• Develop and execute innovative strategies for market penetration and expansion.
• Conduct thorough market analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
• Negotiate and finalize complex partnership agreements and sales contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align business development efforts with company goals.
• Represent the company at virtual industry events and networking opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or senior enterprise sales.
• Proven track record of successfully launching new business initiatives and achieving significant growth targets.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated success working independently in a remote environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA or equivalent experience highly regarded.

Benefits

• High earning potential with a competitive base salary and substantial commission/bonus structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement providing ultimate flexibility.
• Significant autonomy and influence over business strategy and execution.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advanced training.