Ashburton Investments is recruiting a Business Development Manager Retail, to be based in Windhoek, Namibia.
Description
- To build and maintain a client base in line with Ashburton Investments Namibia’s growth objectives
- We are seeking a dynamic and driven individual to grow and maintain a strong client base in alignment with Ashburton Investments Namibia’s strategic objectives
- The ideal candidate must be willing to travel extensively to engage with our branch network and support business development across regions
Duties
- Build and maintain the client base in line with annual targets
- Identify opportunities through different sources and stakeholders, including generating new leads and making cold calls
- Build and maintain professional working relationships with key stakeholders within the Group’s branch network, demonstrating strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
- Create calling plan and entertainment plan
- Meet with potential clients, understand their needs, and propose tailored solutions (including cross-selling where relevant)
- Calculate pricing, prepare quotations, and assist with implementation of deals
- Make regular visits to clients to maintain relationships, track progress, and manage expectations
- Keep abreast of changes in clients’ businesses to identify additional opportunities and ensure continued alignment
Requisites
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Marketing, Finance, Economics, or a related field
- Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel extensively
- 5–7 years’ experience in business development, sales, relationship management, or client-facing roles within the financial services or investment industry
- Proven track record of building and managing a profitable client portfolio
- Experience working within an intermediated distribution environment, retail distribution, or similar business development structures is highly advantageous
- Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management, client engagement, and delivering tailored financial or investment solutions
- Experience in conducting client needs analysis, preparing proposals/quotations, and managing onboarding processes (including KYC and compliance requirements)
Notes
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted