Vacancy Details
Employer: Communicate Recruitment
We are excited to announce a newly created role for a Business Development and Sales Executive to spearhead the growth of a new division focused on Asset-backed and Bridge Financing. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead and shape this critical area, expanding beyond the current unsecured lending offerings. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of lending or commercial banking and a proven track record in driving long-term commercial value. Your innovative approach and strategic mindset will be essential in identifying new growth channels, positioning the business as a leader in secured and asset-backed lending. If you're driven by results and ready to make a lasting impact, this is your chance to be at the forefront of a major business evolution. Lets chat today!
Your duties and functionality will include the following but not limited to:
Strategic Leadership
Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive business development and sales strategy aligned with the company’s goals. This includes building a niche sales team, market research, competitive analysis, and planning
Business Development
Drive the acquisition of new SME and mid-size corporate clients, focusing on growing the secured loan book. Expand business channels beyond digital and ATL through partnerships with networks, banks, and lending platforms
Represent the company at industry events and develop strategic partnerships with affiliates and business partners
Project & Risk Management
Oversee business development, sales, and marketing projects, ensuring timely execution, budgeting, and stakeholder communication
Mitigate department risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks
People & Financial Management
Provide strong leadership, mentor staff, and foster a high-performance culture
Manage the department's financials, reporting, and external service providers, ensuring budget alignment and performance delivery
Market Research
Marketing campaigns and Communication Initiatives
Why would you apply to this role?
This is your chance to join a well-established and sustainable financial leader in the business lending space, offering not only career growth but the freedom to innovate within a thriving industry. As the first in this role, you’ll have a unique opportunity to shape the company’s growth strategy and make a lasting impact. With strong liquidity and access to funding, you’ll have the resources to drive your own success and explore dynamic business development opportunities. This is your moment to contribute to the company’s success while carving out your own path!
Skills & Experience:
Proven ability to think strategically, with a strong talent for integrating business development and sales efforts
Extensive experience in credit and lending, specifically within the SME sector
Expertise in sourcing, negotiating, and structuring asset-backed loan transactions
Well-established network of SME and mid-corporate clients
Strong commercial mindset with a sharp business acumen
Qualification:
Degree in Business Management, Communication or relevant + 10 -15 years of experience
Minimum 5 years minimum in a Director/ Senior Management Role
Contact CORNE JONKER on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF019617.
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About Communicate Recruitment
Communicate Recruitment is a specialist recruitment company with over 3 decades of experience. We Connect Great People in Finance, IT, Engineering, Freight and Contracting industries throughout Africa and South Africa on a permanent, part-time basis and contractual bases. We also help Great Companies Connect with Great Candidates. Our aim is to partner with you or your company and introduce you to great careers and exceptional candidates.
We excel at Connecting specialist skills in the following fields:
ENGINEERING• FINANCE • IT • FREIGHT• CONTRACTING
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