Business Develop-Cross Border Payment at PalmPay

• Palmpay Limited is a leading cross-border payment platform committed to simplifying global transactions and empowering businesses across Africa. We are looking for a highly driven Business Development Manager who will lead growth initiatives, build strategic partnerships, and strengthen our presence in the financial technology market.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities within the cross-border payment and financial services industry.
• Build strong, sustainable relationships with key partners, clients, financial institutions, and industry stakeholders.
• Lead negotiations, develop partnership proposals, and close high-value deals that support company goals.
• Conduct ongoing market and competitor research to understand trends, customer needs, and new opportunities for innovation.
• Work closely with internal teams (operations, product, compliance, and marketing) to ensure smooth onboarding and delivery of services.
• Track, monitor, and achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets, revenue goals, and performance metrics.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Business Development team to improve productivity, teamwork, and performance.
• Prepare and present detailed business reports, forecasts, and strategies to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Marketing, or any related field.
• 3–5 years proven experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnership roles.
• Minimum of 2 years experience managing or supervising a business development or sales team.
• Solid understanding of the cross-border payment industry, digital finance solutions, and emerging market trends.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical thinking with the ability to identify business opportunities and convert them into results.
• Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales targets consistently.