Dynamic Business Development Manager with extensive experience in Financial Technology and Banking Software. Experienced in client relationship management and strategic consulting, with a strong ability to navigate complex sales cycles and drive innovative go-to-market strategies that consistently boost revenue. Skilled in market expansion through in-depth research, sales forecasting, and strategic partner management. Recognized for strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership abilities, combined with a keen attention to detail.
Previous Roles:
- Senior Business Development Consultant
- Business Development Consultant
Key Responsibilities:
• Developed and managed a robust sales pipeline for the North American & European markets.
• Formulated go-to-market strategies, including marketing event planning and budget managements to identify emerging trends and potential areas of expansion.
• Generated new business opportunities, engaged in client pitches, and ensured successful onboarding.
• Collaborated closely with marketing & inside sales teams to develop targeted campaigns and generated high-quality leads for the sales pipeline.
• Represented Axe Finance and promoted the software at conferences and international banking expo events (SIBOS, UniGlobal, Connectiva)
• Managed presales and sales processes for complex and long sales cycles, driving revenue growth.
• Collaborated on RFI/RFP/POC responses, presentations, and contract drafting.
• Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients.
• Built and maintained partnerships with consultancy firms, integration providers, and cloud service providers.
• Interfaced with senior executives at banks to ensure alignment with client needs.
• Consistently met or exceeded yearly quotas through diligent prospecting efforts, relentless follow-up activities, and expert negotiation skills.
• Reported directly to the Executive Partner.
Core Competencies:
Business Development & Market Expansion
Strategic Consulting & Go-to-Market Strategy
Sales Techniques & Deal Closing
Client Relationship & Account Management
Technical Skills:
CRM Systems: Dynamics 365, HubSpot
Productivity Tools: MS Office Suite, SharePoint
Accounting Software: Sage 50, Cantax, uFile
Market Research: Bloomberg Terminal
Social Media & Digital Outreach (LinkedIn Sales Navigator)
Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC)
Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC)
IELTS & TEF Certified