Senior Business Development Manager - Financial Services

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Base salary + uncapped commission

Medical + retirement benefits

Professional development

Travel allowance

Team incentives and rewards

Sales enablement team support

Modern office in Nelspruit

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) invites a Senior Business Development Manager to drive fintech partnerships and expand the client base in the financial services sector. This on-site role requires building relationships, identifying opportunities, and closing high-value deals.

You will collaborate with marketing, product, and legal teams, travel within the region as needed, and maintain a strong pipeline to meet targets. A proven sales track record and Salesforce proficiency are essential.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or account management, in financial services or technology.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of financial products, services, and the fintech ecosystem.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel within the assigned territory as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce).
• Must be able to work full-time in our Nelspruit office.

Responsabilidades

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the financial services sector, focusing on fintech solutions.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue and growth objectives.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with prospective and existing clients.
• Lead negotiations and manage the entire sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals.
• Understand client needs and effectively communicate how the company's solutions can address them.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, product, legal) to ensure client success.
• Analyze sales performance data and report on progress to senior management.
• Stay informed about industry trends and competitive landscape.

Conocimientos

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship building

Presentation

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field

Herramientas

Salesforce

Descripción del empleo

About the Role Our client, a leading provider of financial technology solutions, is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Senior Business Development Manager to join their team in Nelspruit . This is an essential on-site role focused on driving strategic partnerships and expanding the company's client base within the financial services sector. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with key stakeholders, and closing high-value deals. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the financial services landscape, exceptional sales and negotiation skills, and a proven track record of exceeding targets. Join a growing company at the forefront of financial innovation and contribute significantly to its market expansion. This position requires active engagement within the Nelspruit region and surrounding business communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the financial services sector, focusing on fintech solutions.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve company revenue and growth objectives.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with prospective and existing clients.
• Lead negotiations and manage the entire sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals.
• Understand client needs and effectively communicate how the company's solutions can address them.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, product, legal) to ensure client success.
• Analyze sales performance data and report on progress to senior management.
• Stay informed about industry trends and competitive landscape.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or account management, specifically within the financial services or technology sectors.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of financial products, services, and the fintech ecosystem.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel within the assigned territory as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce).
• Must be able to work full-time in our Nelspruit office.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Travel allowance and expense reimbursement.
• Regular team incentives and rewards.
• Access to a supportive sales enablement team.
• Modern office environment in Nelspruit .