BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER – ALEXANDER FORBES

• To provide leadership and strategic direction for the Business Development Division
• To develop a targeted client acquisition program for both Retail and Institutional Clients
• To actively develop new offerings to increase market share and diversify the Revenue streams
• To manage new product development and ensure successful marketing and distribution of same
• To generate new business for the group, driving new segment penetration and delivery
• To lead the targeted acquisition of new clients, managing new business pipeline
• Responsible for client engagement and Management creating opportunities to increase brand visibility
• To manage a team of professionals, cultivating a high-performance culture

Interested candidates will need to demonstrate the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field
• Minimum of 8-10 years ‘ experience within a Financial Services or similar corporate environment
• 5 years experience in leading a new business/ business development/ Sales team
• COP & ICIBS

Knowledge & Skills

• A strong knowledge of Financial Services Industry, Knowledge of Pension Fund Industry and Financial Planning and related legislation will be an added advantage
• Advanced relationship building and networking skills at all levels
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and delegate where appropriate
• Strategic Innovative thinking and delivery
• Computer Literacy-Microsoft office, especially Microsoft PowerPoint and excel