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Finance and Accounting · Full-time

Recruitment agency · Bridge Talent Group

Business Development Executive – Financial Services

Employer not disclosed by agency

NairobiMid level · Not statedDeadline not stated by agencyChecked 13 Nov 2026
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About this role

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Role overview

A leading East African retailer and distributor of home appliances and consumer electronics is seeking a Business Development Executive in Nairobi. The role focuses on expanding and managing relationships within the Financial Services sector, including banks and insurance companies. This position is suitable for candidates with extensive experience in business development and account management in financial institutions.

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What you will do

  • Develop and implement growth strategies for financial services clients.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders.
  • Identify opportunities across various departments and business units to increase customer engagement.
  • Increase customer penetration through consultative sales approaches.
  • Create and execute customer-specific plans to support long-term growth.
  • Identify, prospect, and acquire new financial services customers.
  • Lead presentations, negotiations, and manage tender processes.
  • Maintain a pipeline of opportunities and monitor progress.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure excellent customer experience.
  • Track market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities.
  • Achieve revenue, profit, and collection targets.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Sales & Marketing, or related field.
  • At least 7 years' experience in B2B sales, business development, or key account management.
  • Experience managing large corporate clients, preferably in banks, insurance companies, or complex institutional accounts.
  • Proven track record in expanding accounts and securing new business.
  • Strong skills in consultative selling and developing tailored solutions.
  • Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders within customer organisations.
  • Experience managing tenders, negotiations, and complex commercial deals.
  • Excellent commercial understanding, planning, and relationship management abilities.
  • Professional qualification in Sales, Business Development, or Key Account Management is an advantage.

How to apply

Apply through the employer's official contact. The employer has not published a closing date.

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