Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 19 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
About Us:
Trent Financial Services is an upcoming company operating in Financial Sector with a diversified investment into the Agricultural and Mining sectors. Based in Lusaka, we have ambitious plans to expand our operations beyond the City

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Business Development Officer to join our team in Lusaka. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, capable of identifying opportunities, building relationships, and developing effective business strategies. This role requires a willingness to travel 20% of the time.

Key Responsibilities:
-Manage existing portfolios and and Develop new portfolios in the lending business
– Meet and exceed targets for on-boarding new corporate clients for our products
-Operationalize the Civil Service/PMEC deductable portfolio to run profitably with a default rate below the company’s minimum requirement.
– Create an optimal lending process by implementing systems such as DDAC, CRB and other credit appraisal software such as Moodys or recently developed ones in the market
-Develop a portfolio of new customers as guided by the company’s lending policies
-Identify and pursue new business opportunities by researching potential clients, markets, and partnerships.
– Develop and implement business strategies to achieve revenue targets and market share goals.
– Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and clients.
– Analyze market trends and competitor activities, adapting strategies as necessary.
– Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and operations, to achieve company objectives.
– Conduct market research and feasibility studies to evaluate new business ventures.
– Prepare and deliver reports on findings and recommendations.

Requirements:
– Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/ Entrepreneurship or related field.
– At least 3 years proven experience in business development, sales, or a related area.
– Strong understanding of business strategy, market analysis, and sales techniques.
– Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
– Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
– Results-oriented with a strong drive for achievement.
– 3 years experience in a Similar Role at a reputable company with traceable references
– Familiarity with the Zambian business environment is a plus.

Career Progression:
The selected candidate will start as a Business Development Officer with opportunities for advancement to Business Development Manager and eventually Chief Commercial Officer based on performance.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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