Business Development Manager

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JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION:

Job Title: Business Development Manager
Employment Type: Permanent

Work Model: Onsite

JOB CONTEXT:
Were on the lookout for a mature, results-driven Business Development Manager to work directly with the CEO. This role blends strategic client engagement with hands-on sales executionideal for someone who thrives in high-trust environments and has a proven ability to convert leads into long-term business relationships.

This is not a cold-calling role. Its about intelligent growth, product fluency, and supporting leadership in driving revenue through meaningful engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • CEO Support in Lead Conversion & Sales Execution: Source, qualify, and convert leads into signed clients. Drive the full sales cycle from initial contact to deal closure.
  • Client Engagement & Support: Serve as a trusted liaison between the CEO and clients, ensuring clear communication, timely follow-ups, and high satisfaction.
  • Product Insight: Develop a deep understanding of the companys software offerings to support client conversations and internal feedback loops.
  • Account Management: Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients, conduct reviews, and identify upsell/cross-sell opportunities.
  • Sales Strategy & Reporting: Track pipeline activity, forecast revenue, and maintain CRM records (Pipedrive) to support strategic decisions.
  • Internal Coordination: Collaborate with project teams to ensure smooth handovers, demo scheduling, and onboarding processes.

Skills Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years of B2B sales experience in IT/software.
  • Demonstrated success in converting leads and closing deals.
  • Strong understanding of solution-based selling and client needs analysis.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Familiarity with CRM systems (especially Pipedrive).
  • Professional, composed, and self-directed.
  • Confident working closely with executive leadership.
  • Mature, emotionally intelligent, and commercially astute.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications, Business, Hospitality, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field.

Package & Remuneration: Will be agreed based on qualifications, applicable experience and previous earnings.

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