Business Development Manager - Payments
SmartChoice International GCC · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Apply & track with Apply EdgeBusiness Development Manager – Payments & Fintech📍 Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaWe are partnering with one of Saudi Arabia's fastest-growing fintech businesses as they continue to expand their commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Business Development Manager to join a high-growth organisation at the forefront of digital payments and financial innovation across the KingdomResponsibilitiesIdentify, target and acquire new corporate clients across Saudi Arabia.Build and manage a strong pipeline through proactive prospecting, cold outreach, networking, referrals and market engagement.Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to contract negotiation and closing.Develop and execute business development strategies to drive revenue growth and expand market presence.Build strong relationships with key decision-makers and develop long-term client partnerships.Work closely with internal teams to ensure a seamless client onboarding process and high-quality customer experience.Maintain accurate CRM records, pipeline reporting, forecasting and sales activity.Stay up to date with industry trends, competitor activity and developments across the Saudi financial services market.Requirements3–7 years' experience in business development, sales or account management, ideally within payments, fintech, banking, FX or financial services.Proven track record of consistently achieving or exceeding revenue and sales targets.Strong new business development and hunting mentality, with the ability to generate and convert opportunities independently.Experience selling financial services or technology solutions to corporate clients.Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.Comfortable engaging senior decision-makers and navigating complex, consultative sales cycles.Strong commercial acumen with excellent presentation, communication and negotiation skills.Self-motivated, commercially driven and comfortable working in a target-focused environment.