Senior Business Development Manager

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High base salary + commission

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive growth in the financial services sector. You will identify opportunities, build partnerships, and manage key client relationships to exceed sales targets.

The role requires strong network in Limpopo, excellent negotiation and presentation skills, and a track record of closing complex deals in a competitive market. Hybrid work model with travel across the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, finance or related field (MBA preferred).
• 6+ years in business development, sales or relationships in financial sector.
• Proven track record of meeting/exceeding sales targets in a competitive market.
• Strong understanding of SA financial products and services.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic BD plans to achieve revenue and client acquisition goals.
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities through networking and market analysis.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Negotiate and close complex deals with favorable terms and conditions.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align sales strategies with market needs.
• Monitor market trends and competitors to identify growth opportunities.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Negotiation

Networking

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing/finance

MBA (preferred)

Tools

CRM software

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-oriented and experienced Senior Business Development Manager to drive growth and expand market share within the financial services industry in Polokwane. This role focuses on identifying new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and nurturing client relationships to achieve ambitious sales targets. You will leverage your deep understanding of the financial landscape and your extensive network to promote the company's innovative products and services. This is a key leadership position offering significant scope for impact and career progression within a leading financial services provider in Limpopo.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve revenue and client acquisition goals.
• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities through networking, prospecting, and market analysis.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Negotiate and close complex deals, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align sales strategies with market needs.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify competitive advantages and areas for growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field. An MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of proven experience in business development, sales, or relationship management, preferably within the banking or financial sector.
• Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding sales targets in a competitive market.
• Excellent understanding of financial products and services relevant to the South African market.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong network within the business community in Limpopo and surrounding regions.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary with an attractive commission and bonus structure.
• Hybrid work model combining office-based strategy and client-facing activities with remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for extensive travel and professional development.
• Career advancement prospects within a growing financial services organization.