Our client, a global leading digital bank are looking for a highly motivated, autonomous, forward-thinking Business Development lead to be based in the UK.  To be considered for this new opportunity potential applicants must have a proven track record of securing profitable new business in B2B financial services and ideally in the Fintech space.

Responsibilities:

• Drive sales growth in the expanding financial services industry selling payment services such as money remittances and issuing
• Lead the planning of the business development function, including identifying new areas of growth for business.
• Perform industry and competitor analysis to deliver an intelligent approach to sales.
•  Actively participate in relevant industry conferences and networking events (panellist, presenter, lead generation).
•  Create external relationships with prospective and existing clients, stakeholders and partners to promote  success.

Requirements:

•  You will have commercial business development experience selling payment solutions, ideally with a prepaid or card issuing background
• You will be to demonstrate success in driving forward growth and increasing revenues
•  Ability to travel across Europe to meet potential clients
• You will need a proven track record of securing profitable new business and negotiating substantial contracts
•  Excellent communication and presentation skills are essential
• An understanding of Mastercard and Visa schemes would be beneficial
•  Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field preferred
•  An understanding of the regulatory environment in financial services a bonus