Senior BizDev Lead, Transactional Banking Growth

Absa Group; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Absa Group is seeking an Executive Business Development professional to lead client origination and sector growth across Transactional Banking. The role focuses on identifying opportunities, crafting growth strategies and delivering integrated solutions that drive revenue within designated industries and client ecosystems.

The ideal candidate has 8–12 years in Transactional Banking or related fields, a commerce/finance degree, and a track record of cross-functional leadership in complex

Qualifications

• Strong commercial mindset with ability to influence in matrixed environments.
• Solid knowledge of Transactional Banking products and solutions.
• Proven track record in client acquisition, revenue growth and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across priority sectors and client segments.
• Develop sector growth plans aligned to the Business Development strategy.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers at target clients.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Transactional Banking

Relationship building

Education

Commerce/Finance/Economics/Banking degree

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

Absa Group is seeking an Executive Business Development professional to lead client origination and sector growth across Transactional Banking. The role focuses on identifying opportunities, crafting growth strategies and delivering integrated solutions that drive revenue within designated industries and client ecosystems.

The ideal candidate has 8–12 years in Transactional Banking or related fields, a commerce/finance degree, and a track record of cross-functional leadership in complex