Business Development Officer – South Africa - remote

XM
Posted 2 years ago
Reference Number: BDOSA1021


The Role: 

We are looking for a driven, goal-oriented and energetic professional to help us continue our steady expansion. As Business Development Officer, you will identify business growth opportunities and develop strategies to contribute to the financial growth of the company.

This is a great opportunity to work with a highly motivated team in a competitive and challenging environment and take your career to the next level!

The main responsibilities of the position include:

  • Contribute to the implementation of the company’s market penetration and expansion strategy
  • Keep abreast of the latest developments, products, marketing updates and relevant terms and conditions while positively communicating them to the target group
  • Keep up-to-date with the market competition and industry related news
  • Ensure that a high level of service is provided and client enquiries are dealt with attentively 
  • Undertake qualitative analysis on statistics to draw useful conclusions for the development of the business
  • Perform market data analysis and reporting
  • Provide suggestions on system enhancements
  • Ensure compliance with the company’s legal guidelines and compliance procedures
  • Always act in the best interest of the company and co-operate with the rest of the team to contribute efficiently towards growth and development of the business 
  • Be available for potential travel within the assigned country for meetings and events 
  • Contribute to team effort by reaching targets and cooperate effectively with other departments as necessary
  • Supervise, monitor and coach the local team
 
Main requirements:

  • Degree in Business, Marketing, Finance or a related field
  • At least 1 year of experience in a similar position 
  • Fluent knowledge of English, both orally and written. Knowledge of an African dialect will be considered an advantage
  • Dynamic, innovative and target oriented
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
  • Reliable, with integrity of character and strong business acumen
  • Very good people management skills
  • Very good computer literacy 
 

Benefit from:

  • Attractive remuneration package plus performance related bonus
  • Intellectually stimulating work environment
  • Continuous personal development and international training opportunities


Type of employment: Full time

Location: Remote

Please visit our website www.xm.com/careers to submit your online application for this position.
 
All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality!