FOREX Country Sales Manager at U-Connect Human Resources Consulting

Position Description:

A Forex Brokerage based In Lagos is looking for an Energetic and Dynamic individual for the position of Country Sales Manager. The Candidate should have 10 Years+ Experience in similar managerial role.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage the overall Sales Operations.
• Set Targets for each account manager in terms of activation of new clients, retention of existing clients, partnership acquisitions, and the overall conversion rate.
• Monitor the daily sales operations closely and provide guidance and practical advice to account managers in order to enhance their performance.
• Develop new sales tactics to approach each client segment properly.
• Identify new business opportunities that may arise during the normal course of sales operations and seize them in a professional and timely manner.
• Provide training on new products or procedures and support to the team and clients.
• Create sales and progress reports for senior executives.
• Follow market trends, competition developments, and major market events closely.
• In all internal and external communications, present a professional and positive image of the department and the company as well as maintaining constructive relationships.
• Take all responsible steps to ensure appropriate confidentiality and eliminate any conflict of interest.
• Identify and develop new sales strategies and convert them into profitable new business and assist with other sales and marketing activity such as trade shows and conferences.
• Work with the Marketing Department on sales promotions and lead acquisition.
• Undertake other such duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonable required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this role.
• Contribute in dealing with partners to increase sales revenue.
• Report any misconduct, suggest appraisals, or penalties to HR in timely manner.

Key Skills/Experience:

• Educated to degree level in Business/Economics/Finance or any related field.
• Extensive, proven Sales & Business Development experience within the FX sector is essential.
• Proven leadership and managerial skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English; any other language/s will be considered an advantage.
• Well-presented, capable to work under pressure and efficient to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills.