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Sage Grey Finance Limited is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to bolster its deal origination pipeline and enhance its market reach. In this role, the successful candidate will be tasked with identifying, cultivating, and securing high-potential transactions, projects, and strategic business opportunities to drive the company’s growth and competitive positioning.
This position is tasked with creating financially viable transactions and projects, cultivating key relationships with clients and stakeholders, broadening the company’s deal pipeline, and driving revenue growth by successfully acquiring new business and executing transactions.
Oversee core operational duties, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures while maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency. Develop and implement strategic initiatives to optimize workflows and drive continuous improvement across the organization. Monitor team performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and coaching to foster professional growth. Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders to align projects with organizational goals and enhance interdepartmental communication. Manage resources effectively, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while balancing workload demands. Maintain meticulous documentation and reporting to support data-driven decision-making and compliance requirements.
The Business Development Manager will oversee a range of critical responsibilities, including, but not limited to, the following:
Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities through strategic deal sourcing and relationship-building initiatives to expand the organization’s market presence and revenue streams.
Develop and execute strategic initiatives and business opportunities that align with the company’s objectives and financial goals.
Explore prospects spanning diverse industries such as infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, oil and gas, telecommunications, technology, real estate, agribusiness, financial services, and additional high-impact sectors.
Construct and sustain a robust pipeline comprising prospective clients, projects, and transactions to drive ongoing business growth.
Develop and sustain strategic alliances with corporate entities, project sponsors, financial institutions, investors, government bodies, development finance institutions, and key partners.
Spearhead strategic business development efforts to enhance transaction volumes and drive overall company revenue growth.
Explore and capitalize on prospects in financial advisory, capital raising, project finance, debt syndication, mergers and acquisitions, and other related mandates.
Clients will be responsible for managing and nurturing relationships with key accounts, ensuring high levels of satisfaction, retention, and revenue growth. This role involves developing strategic partnerships, addressing client needs, and collaborating with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions. Candidates must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, a results-driven mindset, and the ability to build long-term trust with stakeholders. Proficiency in CRM tools and a deep understanding of client lifecycle management are essential for success in this position.
Cultivate and sustain enduring partnerships with clients and stakeholders through consistent engagement and mutual value creation.
Facilitate meetings, deliver presentations, and engage in negotiations with both potential and current clients.
Act as the designated liaison for assigned clients and business prospects, fostering strong, ongoing connections.
Regularly interact with essential market players and industry stakeholders to ensure ongoing relationships and effective communication.
Market Intelligence & Strategy: Conduct comprehensive research to analyze industry trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging opportunities, ensuring data-driven insights inform strategic decision-making processes across the organization. Develop and refine market entry strategies, assess competitive positioning, and evaluate potential risks to guide executive leadership in optimizing business growth and sustainability. Leverage advanced analytical tools and methodologies to interpret market data, forecast future scenarios, and provide actionable recommendations that align with long-term business objectives and market demands.
Analyze market trends, track sector developments, and identify emerging investment opportunities.
Formulate and deliver strategic guidance to leadership regarding market positioning and potential avenues for business expansion.
Monitor and evaluate regulatory, financial, and economic developments to ensure alignment with the company’s operational requirements.
Partnerships & Network Development: We seek to cultivate strategic alliances and expand our organizational network to enhance collaboration, drive growth, and create mutual value. This role involves identifying and fostering high-impact partnerships, negotiating mutually beneficial agreements, and managing relationships with key stakeholders to strengthen our presence and influence in the industry. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills, a proven track record in partnership development, and the ability to align diverse stakeholders around shared objectives.
Cultivate strategic partnerships with banking institutions, investors, development finance organizations, private equity firms, legal practices, consulting agencies, and industry participants to enhance collaborative opportunities and drive mutual growth.
You will serve as the company’s ambassador at industry events, conferences, networking sessions, and business forums.
Drive market awareness and engagement for the company’s brand and service portfolio, positioning offerings strategically to enhance visibility and appeal among target audiences.
Overseeing reporting functions and performance management initiatives, you will ensure accurate and timely data analysis to drive strategic decision-making and enhance operational efficiency. This role involves monitoring key performance indicators, identifying trends, and providing actionable insights to stakeholders to support goal attainment and continuous improvement. Proficiency in data visualization tools, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to translate complex information into clear, concise reports are essential for success in this position. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align performance metrics with organizational objectives and foster a data-driven culture across the enterprise.
Develop and distribute regular business development reports alongside pipeline progress updates.
Accurately document all leads, prospects, meetings, and transaction statuses to ensure meticulous record-keeping.
Monitor and document progress toward business development goals and key performance indicators.
Prepare regular reports—daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly—for management, summarizing activities and highlighting key achievements.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field is required. Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in software development, with a strong background in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++. Proven expertise in full-stack development, including front-end frameworks like React or Angular and back-end systems using Node.js or Django. Experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS or Azure, and proficiency in DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and containerization with Docker and Kubernetes. Familiarity with agile methodologies and version control systems such as Git is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset are key.
A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Banking & Finance, or a closely related field is required.
Cultivates and maintains extensive professional relationships across corporate, banking, investment, and business sectors.
Possesses a comprehensive knowledge of financial markets, project finance, and advisory services, demonstrating expertise in these critical areas of financial management and strategic decision-making.
A minimum of five to eight years of hands-on experience in business development, investment banking, corporate finance, financial advisory, project finance, or related disciplines is required.
Proven expertise in the initiation of transactions and the cultivation of client relationships is required.
Proven proficiency in articulating ideas clearly, engaging in strategic discussions, and delivering compelling presentations is essential.
Demonstrates a sharp commercial instinct and excels at uncovering and capitalizing on strategic business prospects.
Demonstrates strong self-motivation while maintaining productivity in high-pressure scenarios.
Prospective applicants who meet the qualifications are encouraged to submit their CV to careers@sage-grey.com, with the job title included in the email subject line.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
5 - 8 years
