Director: Risk, Identity and Data Product Sales Strategist

4 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Fintech News Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Director to lead our Risk, Identity and Data Product Sales efforts in the region. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for driving sales growth, developing innovative sales strategies, and building strong relationships with clients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Sales Growth and Strategy
    • Develop and execute sales plans to increase Risk, Identity and Data product sales in the region.
    • Identify and pursue new business opportunities to drive revenue growth.
  • Client Relationships and Engagement
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand their needs and preferences.
    • Develop and execute engagement strategies to drive client satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Team Leadership and Development
    • Lead and manage a team of sales professionals to achieve sales targets and goals.
    • Provide coaching, guidance, and mentorship to team members to develop their skills and knowledge.
  • Market Analysis and Insights
    • Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges.
    • Provide insights and recommendations to inform sales strategies and business decisions.
Requirements
  • Experience
    • 7+ years of experience in financial/fintech industries.
  • Skills
    • Sales and client management skills.
    • Solid interpersonal skills, strong collaborator with the ability to effectively work cross-organizationally.
    • Digitally curious, follows industry trends and can utilize this exposure to provide compelling supporting information to Fintech News product, customer experience and digital recommendations.
    • Ability to drive decisions and operate in ambiguity.
    • Ability to travel across designated markets.
    • Self-directed and motivated.
    • Skilled in managing complex issues and work under pressure.
    • Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and presentation skills.
    • Ability to develop executive level material and participate in discussions with senior leadership.
About Fintech News

Fintech News is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating more than 215 billion payments transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses and economies to thrive.

We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere. Your work will have a direct impact on billions of people around the world – helping unlock financial access to enable the future of money movement.


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