Business Developer - Financial Recruitment

Business Developer – Financial Recruitment

Job Overview

Are you a driven, results-oriented sales professional with a passion for recruitment and the financial sector? A leading UK-based recruitment firm is looking for a skilled Business Developer to spearhead client acquisition efforts within the financial industry. This role is perfect for a "hunter" — someone who thrives on cold calling, relationship-building, and leveraging tools like LinkedIn Sales Navigator to secure new business. You'll work remotely from South Africa, connecting high-calibre financial professionals with top-tier UK employers.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively generate new business opportunities within the UK financial recruitment space.
• Conduct cold calls, outreach campaigns, and follow-ups to build a pipeline of prospective clients.
• Utilise platforms such as LinkedIn Sales Navigator and CRM systems to identify and track leads.
• Develop and nurture strong relationships with decision-makers in financial institutions.
• Present recruitment solutions in a consultative manner to potential clients.
• Collaborate closely with internal recruiters to ensure successful candidate placements.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales activities and client communications.
• Meet and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience in business development or sales, ideally within the recruitment or financial services sector.
• Demonstrable success in cold calling and traditional sales techniques ("old school" approach).
• Proficient with LinkedIn Sales Navigator and CRM tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and resilient in the face of rejection.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setup.
• Access to a reliable internet connection and a personal laptop.