Sales Director

AJ Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in South Africa seeks a seasoned Sales Leader to develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies across multiple financial service lines. The successful candidate will have at least 10 years of sales experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role within financial services. Strong client relationship management skills, an understanding of the South African financial services market, and the ability to mentor a sales team are essential. Applicants should apply via the agency's website.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in sales, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record in multi-line financial services sales.
• In-depth understanding of the South African financial services market.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy across all business lines.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the Sales team to achieve revenue targets.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Sales Strategy Development

Client Relationship Management

Financial Services Knowledge

Market Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics or related field

MBA

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field (MBA preferred)
• Minimum of 10 years experience in sales, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within financial services or related industries
• Proven track record in multi-line financial services sales, including credit insurance, bonding, and investment products
• Ability to develop and execute effective sales strategies and business plans
• In-depth understanding of the South African financial services market and regulatory landscape
• Proven track record in managing sales teams

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy across all business lines (credit insurance, guarantees and bonding, credit management platform, debt collections, top-up and gap cover, and investment solutions)
• Lead, mentor, and manage the Sales team to achieve and exceed revenue targets for each business line
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, expanding the companys Client base
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key Clients, industry Stakeholders, and strategic Partners
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and client needs to continuously refine sales approaches and product offerings
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Operations, Underwriting, and Product teams to ensure alignment and maximize commercial impact
• Prepare regular sales forecasts, performance reports, and presentations for senior management
• Drive a culture of accountability, high performance, and continuous improvement within the sales function

To Apply

• Only if you meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.
• Please Apply Online and complete your registration via our website to enable and protect you as a candidate and to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions.
• This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL.
• However, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market.
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the minimum requirements will not be considered for the respective position.
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