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Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V
Johannesburg
On-site
ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000
20 days ago
Business Unit Director
Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V
Johannesburg
On-site
ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000
20 days ago
Data-Driven Media Unit Director
Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V
Johannesburg
On-site
ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000
20 days ago
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Sales Director
AJ Personnel
Johannesburg
On-site
ZAR 700 000 - 900 000
Full time
20 days ago
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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