Job Summary
To provide advice and support in the development and implementation of business development management planning and associated service delivery processes, methods and techniques; enabling the provision of sound business development expertise.
Job Purpose:
The role is reporting into the Business Development Manager within the Absa Asset Management Limited team which is a subsidiary of Absa Bank PLC. The Business Development Officer is responsible for selling and distribution of AAML products and services to achieve set targets while ensuring continuous compliance with regulatory policies, company policies, procedures, and acceptable business practices. Business development officer job duties may include performing market research to improve products and services, identifying methods to increase productivity and company operations, and communicating to potential clients on new products or services.
Key Accountabilities
Accountability: Business Development/ Management
Develop a knowledge of the client’s entire financial situation and be able to structure a goals-based investment and financial plan.
Develop and deliver investment education presentations and sessions to clients and prospects.
Develop relationships with management teams of institutions, as well as cultivating relationships with key industry players.
Collaborates with the Investment Management team regarding investment strategy and client portfolio structure.
Provide market feedback to facilitate the development of new and enhancement of existing products that meet client needs. Provide product recommendations.
Participate in training IFAs, Bank teams and Branch network on the Absa products
Assist in the development of a competitive commission structure and provide feedback on market
Drive business results and acquire new assets under management through selling financial products to the existing client base and new client acquisition with a keen focus on pension solutions.
Continuously update and provide feedback on client FAQs
Respond to queries and complaints from clients as regards the company’s products; this should be done in a timely fashion
Maintain a deal pipeline and continuously update on progress
Develop business proposals for existing and new customers
Determine cross-selling opportunities among different ABK bank segments and importantly work closely with Business Banking teams to solution SMEs.
Accountability: Administrative Activities
Preparation of daily, weekly, monthly sales reports and any other reports that might be required by the Management.
Generate and update customer sales log via customer relationship management system
Preferred Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related business degree
Professional qualification: CISI level II or an ICIFA member.
Preferred Experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in asset management business or in a regulated financial services provider.
5 years’ experience in sales with a proven track record
Experience of working in an investment related field or company would be of great benefit.
Knowledge and Skills
Must be flexible and able multitask on the job
Ability to work under pressure and still meet up with given deadlines
Possess effective communication skills to interact with diverse groups of people both in writing and speaking
Ability to constantly generate new ideas for the company’s advancement and success
Attention to details
Proven ability to collaborate with other team members across boundaries and contribute productively to the team’s work and output, demonstrating respect for different points of view. Able to use strong interpersonal and teamwork skills to cultivate effective, productive client relationships and partnerships across organizational boundaries.
Behavioral Competencies
Analytical thinking
ability to analyze new and prospective business opportunities
Problem solving skills
Agile and proactive in resolving issues
Relationship building and management
ability to effectively build lasting relationships with colleagues and clients
Technical Competencies
Marketing skills
able to pitch to clients on company’s products and services
Project skills
Ability to man projects effectively with developed goals and procedures for implementation
Good negotiation skills
able to dialogue with clients and arrive at a mutually beneficial outcome.
Networking skills
able to build and maintain relationships and contacts in and outside the company
Planning and Organizational Skills
ability to plan for a project and follow it up to its completion
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