CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, an International Payment Solutions Provider with expanding operations in Cyprus, we are seeking to recruit a Head of Sales to join their growing team based in Limassol. The successful candidate will lead a global sales team, taking overall ownership and responsibility for revenue generation activities across the business. Our client is seeking applicants who possess a proven track record of at least 5 years, gained working in a Sales and/or Business Development capacity within the payments industry. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are essential. Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package based on skills and experience. 

Key Duties/Responsibilities:  

• Managing a sales team working globally.
• Monitor the daily sales processes closely and keeping a track of sales prospects.
• Develop new sales verticals by identifying new business opportunities that may arise through LinkedIn, social media and strategic partnerships.
• Create sales and progress reports for Senior Management.
• In all internal and external communications, present a professional and positive image of the department and the company as well as maintaining constructive relationships.
• Take all responsible steps to ensure appropriate confidentiality and eliminate any conflicts of interest.
• Identify and develop new sales strategies and convert them into profitable new business and assist with other sales and marketing activity such as trade shows and conferences.
• Attract new clients and convert them into active accounts.
• Work with the Marketing Department on sales promotions and lead acquisition strategies.
• Undertake other such duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonable required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this role.
• Attract new Introducers, Partners and Agents.
• Reporting directly to Senior Management.

Key Skills/Experience:  

• An academic background relating to Finance, Business, or another relevant field is desirable.
• 5+ years of proven Sales & Business Development experience in the B2B Payments Industry (EMI/PI/SPI) is essential.
• Familiarity with the medium and highly risk sectors and industries.
• Specialisation in niche industry sectors is highly desirable.
• Excellent working experience with LinkedIn.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• Well-presented, capable to work under pressure and efficient in meeting tight deadlines.
• A proven track record of meeting and exceeding designated sales targets.
• Outstanding leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent business sense and commercial acumen.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to jobs@careerfinders.com.cy quoting the reference number CAR7815. Please note that due to the high volumes of applications received only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. By sending us your CV you are giving CareerFinders your consent to be contacted for this and any other suitable vacancies that we believe match your skills and experience. To view our privacy policy, please click www.careerfinders.com.cy/privacy-policy.