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Business Development Officer

TRENT FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD Lusaka, Zambia

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Employer and vacancy source: TRENT FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD

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  • EmployerTRENT FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD
  • LocationLusaka, Zambia
  • Employer websitezambiajobalerts.com
  • Listing sourceZambia Job Alerts
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Key details for this vacancy

Employer
TRENT FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD
Location
Lusaka, Zambia
Posted
March 19, 2025
Job type
Full Time
Category
Development
This listing has expired. The original details remain available for reference, but applications are closed. Use the related searches for active vacancies.

Website TRENT FINANCIAL SERVICES LTD

Job description

Job Advertisement: Business Development Officer

Company: Trent Financial Services Ltd

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

Application Deadline: March 31, 2025

 

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.

To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to humancapital@trentgroup.online

Join us, where your contributions will help shape the future of our diverse portfolio across Zambia and the region.

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