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Dananda Talent

Senior Business Developer

Dananda Talent

  • R Undisclosed
  • Permanent Intermediate position
  • Sandton
  • Posted 18 Jun 2026 by Dananda Talent
  • Expires in 29 days
  • Job 2640975 - Ref JHB000852

About the position

We are looking for a Senior Business Developer who will be responsible for driving revenue growth through the acquisition of new customers and the expansion of existing opportunities within the retail sales channel. This role focuses on high-value sales engagements, strategic pipeline development, and conversion of qualified leads into enrolled students, while maintaining a strong focus on customer experience and brand integrity.
Key Responsibilities
Revenue Generation & Sales Delivery

  • Achieve and exceed monthly and annual sales targets
  • Convert qualified leads into enrolments through consultative selling techniques
  • Manage the full sales cycle from initial engagement to deal closure

Pipeline & Opportunity Management

  • Build, manage, and maintain a high-quality sales pipeline
  • Proactively identify new business opportunities through outbound and inbound channels
  • Ensure accurate and up-to-date tracking of all opportunities within CRM systems

Client Engagement & Relationship Management

  • Engage prospective students through professional consultations (telephonic, virtual, and face-to-face where applicable)
  • Understand client needs and recommend appropriate Regenesys programmes
  • Build trust and long-term relationships to enhance conversion and referral opportunities

Product Positioning & Market Insight

  • Maintain deep knowledge of Regenesys programmes, pricing, and value propositions
  • Position offerings effectively against competitors within the education sector
  • Provide market feedback to improve sales strategies and product offerings

Sales Excellence & Best Practice

  • Apply structured sales methodologies and best practices
  • Maintain high standards of professionalism, ethics, and compliance in all interactions
  • Ensure a quality and conversion
  • Participate in ongoing training and coaching initiatives
  • Share best practices and contribute to team performance improvement


Minimum Requirements
Qualifications

  • Diploma or Degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or related field (advantageous)

Experience

  • 4–7+ years’ experience in a high-performance sales environment
  • Proven track record of consistently exceeding sales targets
  • Experience in retail sales, call centre sales, or education sales (preferred)
  • Strong experience in consultative and solution-based selling

Core Competencies

  • Sales Expertise: Strong closing ability and objection handling skills
  • Commercial Acumen: Understanding of revenue drivers and sales performance metrics
  • Customer Focus: Ability to identify and align solutions to customer needs
  • Communication Skills: Clear, persuasive, and professional communication
  • Resilience & Drive: Ability to perform under pressure in a target-driven environment
  • CRM Proficiency: Experience in managing pipelines and reporting

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Monthly and annual sales revenue targets
  • Conversion rates (lead to enrolment)
  • Pipeline value and pipeline conversion ratios
  • Average deal value
  • Customer satisfaction and engagement quality
  • Compliance and accuracy of sales information

Personal Attributes

  • Highly driven and results-oriented
  • Confident and persuasive communicator
  • Professional and customer-centric
  • Self-motivated with strong accountability
  • Adaptable in a fast-paced, competitive environment

Desired Skills:

  • Sales Expertise
  • Commercial Acumen
  • Communication Skills

Dananda Talent

About the agency

Who We Are Dananda Talent provides an agile talent management solution to our professionally qualified students at the Regenesys Business School, for new graduates, senior managers and the executive market. The purpose behind Dananda Talent – formed in 2007 – is to build a life-long relationship with our students as we pursue our common purpose of making our world a better place through leadership development Danada has grown into a respected, independent recruitment provider, advising international and local companies, offering exceptional insights and services across multiple markets and industries. Its success is based on understanding trends, using strong networks, and working with a database of over 190 000 alumni. Dananda Talent is a holistic human capital and strategic business partner focused on supporting our clients and candidates to achieve their professional, personal and financial aspirations. We do this by connecting the right people to the right opportunity, where together they can co create, collaborate and connect for future success. Our team of talent consultants is able to leverage their cumulative capabilities and experience to produce a unique value proposition designed to meet the needs of our Clients through customised, agile sourcing solutions, working with blue chip cli-ents and well respected global industry leaders. What we do • Senior Management and Executive Recruitment • Permanent Recruitment • Temporary Employment Services (TES) • Industry and Talent Mapping • Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) • Response Handling Process Services • Contract Recruitment The Dananda approach • We adopt a customized, agile and adaptable approach to each and every recruitment assignment we undertake. Each assignment is expertly managed individually, so that we can deliver candidates who match specific requirements. • We use the best search methodologies to find the best candidates within a significantly shorter timeline. We have a large candidate database and also proactively approach passive candidates for each role, giving clients the best of both our Search and Contingent Recruitment capabilities. • We continuously build active relationships with sought-after and skilled individuals to ensure that we are able to access the best talent quickly. We keep track of these individuals as they grow and progress through their career. • We constantly build our networks, tapping into new developments and trends in the market and advise you about what’s happening in your industry. What makes us different Dananda strives to stay ahead of the market in areas where our clients have great talent needs especially in scarce skills. By operating locally, in Africa and internationally, Dananda has access to the latest trends which enables both us and our clients to stay ahead of the curve. Our team of talented Sourcing and Recruitment Specialists who adopt international world class Boolean sourcing techniques, ensures that no stone remains unturned in finding the best candidate. • We enjoy what we do • We are passionate about people development • We have fun while developing meaningful connections with people who entrust us with their future • We unlock potential into execution when our build and contribute to the success of the organisations and communities we place them in.

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