Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager Jobs in Lusaka – Join Talent House Ltd

Talent House Ltd invites qualified professionals to apply for a key role in our client’s team as a Business Development Manager in Lusaka, Zambia. If you are seeking business development manager jobs in Lusaka that leverage your extensive banking networks and negotiation expertise, this opportunity offers a platform to drive strategic partnerships with major commercial banks across Zambia.

About Talent House Ltd and the Role

Talent House Ltd is a premier recruitment and HR consulting firm dedicated to connecting talented individuals with organizations to achieve mutual success. We provide innovative and flexible talent solutions that empower career growth and organizational excellence.

Our client requires a highly connected, results-driven Business Development Manager with deep relationships within Zambian commercial banks. The successful candidate will spearhead the identification, development, and closure of strategic partnerships with leading banks and financial institutions.

Key Responsibilities for Business Development Manager Jobs in Lusaka

• Banking Partnership Development: Identify and secure partnerships with key commercial banks such as Zanaco, Stanbic, Absa, FNB, AB Bank, ZICB, and others.
• Relationship Management: Cultivate and sustain high-level relationships with senior banking executives including Heads of Corporate Banking, Treasury, Digital Banking, and Fintech Partnerships.
• Deal Negotiation and Closure: Lead negotiation processes and finalize partnership agreements, managing the full deal lifecycle from initial engagement to contract execution.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams and banking partners to complete due diligence and secure necessary approvals.
• Market Intelligence: Monitor developments in the banking sector, regulatory changes, and emerging partnership opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Banking, or a related discipline.
• Professional Experience: 5 to 10 years in Zambian banking or financial services, with experience in Corporate Banking, Commercial Banking, Enterprise Lending, Digital Banking, or Fintech Partnerships preferred.
• Networks: Established connections with decision-makers at manager level and above within major Zambian banks, with proven ability to independently secure meetings with senior executives.
• Skills: Strong business development, negotiation, and relationship management capabilities; excellent presentation and proposal preparation skills; fluency in English; self-motivated and target-driven.
• Additional Requirements: Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within Lusaka; high ethical standards and thorough knowledge of banking regulations in Zambia.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Monthly performance bonuses
• Significant success bonuses for closed partnerships
• Fuel and transport allowance
• Mobile and communication allowance
• Opportunities for career advancement

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit the following documents by 26th May 2026:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae
• Brief cover letter outlining your banking network and relevant experience

Please send your application to careers@talenthousepeople.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps.