Sales Executive

First Point Group; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial service provider in South Africa is seeking an experienced Sales Executive to drive revenue growth in the finance payment industry. The role involves leading a sales team, developing client relationships, and pursuing new business opportunities. The ideal candidate should have 3–5+ years of sales experience in Fintech, a Bachelor's degree, and strong leadership skills. This position offers career growth opportunities within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in sales within the finance payment or Fintech industry.
• Strong knowledge of payment processing and digital banking.
• Proven ability to develop strategic sales plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to meet revenue targets.
• Lead and motivate a sales team.
• Build relationships with financial institutions and merchants.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Sales strategy execution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field

Master's preferred

Tools

CRM systems

Sales analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Sales Executive to lead sales initiatives in the finance payment industry. This is a high-impact role, responsible for driving revenue growth, developing strategic client relationships, and leading sales efforts across local and international markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to meet revenue targets and expand market presence.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a sales team to exceed targets and foster a collaborative culture.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including strategic partnerships, key accounts, and emerging market segments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions, payment processors, merchants, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes to inform sales strategies.
• Provide regular reports, forecasts, and insights on sales performance and market feedback to senior management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 3–5+ years of experience in sales within the finance payment or Fintech industry AND dealing with international clients.
• Strong knowledge of payment processing, digital banking, mobile payments, and emerging industry trends.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic sales plans and drive revenue growth.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and sales analytics tools for pipeline management and performance tracking.

Why This Role

• Lead impactful sales initiatives in a fast-growing Fintech environment.
• Work with international clients and high-value accounts.
• Career growth opportunities within a dynamic, collaborative team.