Seeking a Business Development Manager with a passion for sales and strong relationship-building skills.
Our client, an innovative life insurer, is looking for a top-tier Business Development Manager to drive sales growth and develop strategic partnerships across multiple channels, including:
✅ Discretionary Fund Managers ✅ Independent Financial Advisers (IFAs) ✅ Direct/Non-advised Clients
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities.
- Move sales prospects through the full sales cycle to close deals.
- Deliver compelling pitches – written, online, and in-person.
- Develop and execute high-impact sales campaigns with marketing support.
- Build strong, lasting relationships with key stakeholders.
- Attend and network at industry events, conferences, and seminars.
- Maintain and nurture a strong sales pipeline, ensuring consistent follow-ups.
- Become a subject matter expert in retirement income strategies.
- Provide regular reports on sales performance and opportunities.
What You’ll Need:
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- Solid knowledge of financial services and insurance products.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred Experience:
- 4+ years in the financial services industry.
- Strong experience in sales, client service, or administration.
- CFP (Certified Financial Planner) qualification preferred.
Who You Are:
- Highly motivated and target-driven.
- A natural communicator with excellent presentation skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong time management abilities.
- Client-focused and solutions-driven.
- A team player who can also work independently.
- Adaptable to remote or hybrid work environments.
Location: Option to work in Johannesburg, or Cape Town, South Africa
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a deep understanding of financial services? If so, we want to hear from you!
This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate business development / sales professional to lead a team that’s shaping the future of financial services and retirement income solutions. To apply, please send a detailed CV to info@sapientis.co.za (Reference BDM_TJ_WP)