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We're looking for a driven and dynamic International Business Development Executive to join a UK-based recruitment firm operating across global markets. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in tech recruitment or cybersecurity to drive international growth, working USA hours and targeting business development opportunities across the UK, US, and other key global regions.

If you're passionate about building client relationships, closing deals, and making a global impact, this role is for you.

• Drive international business development efforts, focusing on the UK, US, and emerging global markets.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to expand the company's presence in the tech and cybersecurity sectors.
• Identify and engage decision-makers at technology firms, consultancies, and corporate clients worldwide.
• Build strong client relationships, understand their talent needs, and propose tailored recruitment solutions.
• Stay current on industry trends to position the company as a market leader.
• Manage and track leads, opportunities, and client interactions via CRM tools.
• Represent the company in virtual sales meetings, pitches, and industry events across multiple time zones.

• At least 2–3 years of experience in tech recruitment or cybersecurity business development.
• Demonstrated success in developing and closing international B2B deals.
• Strong network and understanding of global tech hiring markets, especially in the UK and US.
• Proven ability to work autonomously, managing your own pipeline and targets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a confident, consultative approach.
• Must be able to work USA hours (e.g., 2pm – 10pm SAST).
• Access to a reliable internet connection and a laptop or desktop computer is essential.

Role : International Business Development Manager

Location:
South Africa with global reach

An innovative renewable energy company is looking for an
International Business Development Manager
to accelerate growth in global wind, solar, and hydrogen markets.

What you'll do:

• Discover and develop new renewable energy and Power-to-X (PtX) projects.
• Drive projects from concept through feasibility to execution.
• Build strong relationships with governments, utilities, regulators, investors, and partners.
• Lead negotiations on PPAs, EPCs, land leases, and other key agreements.
• Contribute to financial modelling and support funding processes.
• Represent the company at international events and industry platforms.

What we're looking for:

• Degree in Engineering, Science, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years' experience in renewable energy or business development.
• Strong background in market analysis, financial structuring, and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communicator and skilled project manager.
• Proficiency in Excel/PowerPoint; exposure to PowerBI, Python, or energy modelling is a plus.
• Additional languages (French, Spanish, German) advantageous.

We are seeking an individual who is equally as entrepreneurial as the Keller Executive Search senior management team, with the experience and energy to build our international partnership network.  This role will be instrumental in identifying, evaluating, and establishing partnerships with executive search professionals and firms across key international markets to enhance our global reach and service capabilities. The successful candidate will serve as the primary liaison for international partner relationships while developing and executing our global expansion strategy. This position offers the opportunity to shape our international presence and work with senior leadership teams across diverse markets. The role requires the ability to navigate complex cross-cultural business environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for international market entry and partner acquisition
• Identify, research, and evaluate potential search partners across target international markets
• Lead negotiations and partnership agreements with international executive search firms
• Build and maintain strong relationships with C-suite executives and senior partners at target organizations
• Conduct market analysis to identify emerging opportunities and competitive landscapes in international markets
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of new partners into our global network
• Develop and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to prospective partners
• Monitor and report on partnership performance metrics and market development progress
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and business practices across international markets

• Proven track record in something similar, relatable or remarkable.
• Ability to lead, speak to a crowd, motivate and inspire.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing business relationships
• Negotiation skills
• Cultural competency and experience working across diverse international markets
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills for senior-level audiences
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
• 7-10 years of experience in business development, partnerships, or international expansion advantageous
• 3-5 years of experience in the recruitment industry

• Fully remote working environment
• Flexible hours
• All Public Holidays observed as per South African calendar
• Annual Leave entitlement
• Medical aid contribution
• Paid sick leave
• Afternoon off on your birthday
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing international business.

We are seeking an individual who is equally as entrepreneurial as the Keller Executive Search senior management team, with the experience and energy to build our international partnership network.  This role will be instrumental in identifying, evaluating, and establishing partnerships with executive search professionals and firms across key international markets to enhance our global reach and service capabilities. The successful candidate will serve as the primary liaison for international partner relationships while developing and executing our global expansion strategy. This position offers the opportunity to shape our international presence and work with senior leadership teams across diverse markets. The role requires the ability to navigate complex cross-cultural business environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for international market entry and partner acquisition
• Identify, research, and evaluate potential search partners across target international markets
• Lead negotiations and partnership agreements with international executive search firms
• Build and maintain strong relationships with C-suite executives and senior partners at target organizations
• Conduct market analysis to identify emerging opportunities and competitive landscapes in international markets
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of new partners into our global network
• Develop and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to prospective partners
• Monitor and report on partnership performance metrics and market development progress
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and business practices across international markets

• Proven track record in something similar, relatable or remarkable.
• Ability to lead, speak to a crowd, motivate and inspire.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing business relationships
• Negotiation skills
• Cultural competency and experience working across diverse international markets
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills for senior-level audiences
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
• 7-10 years of experience in business development, partnerships, or international expansion advantageous
• 3-5 years of experience in the recruitment industry

• Fully remote working environment
• Flexible hours
• All Public Holidays observed as per South African calendar
• Annual Leave entitlement
• Medical aid contribution
• Paid sick leave
• Afternoon off on your birthday
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing international business.

We are seeking an individual who is equally as entrepreneurial as the Keller Executive Search senior management team, with the experience and energy to build our international partnership network.  This role will be instrumental in identifying, evaluating, and establishing partnerships with executive search professionals and firms across key international markets to enhance our global reach and service capabilities. The successful candidate will serve as the primary liaison for international partner relationships while developing and executing our global expansion strategy. This position offers the opportunity to shape our international presence and work with senior leadership teams across diverse markets. The role requires the ability to navigate complex cross-cultural business environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for international market entry and partner acquisition
• Identify, research, and evaluate potential search partners across target international markets
• Lead negotiations and partnership agreements with international executive search firms
• Build and maintain strong relationships with C-suite executives and senior partners at target organizations
• Conduct market analysis to identify emerging opportunities and competitive landscapes in international markets
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of new partners into our global network
• Develop and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to prospective partners
• Monitor and report on partnership performance metrics and market development progress
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and business practices across international markets

• Proven track record in something similar, relatable or remarkable.
• Ability to lead, speak to a crowd, motivate and inspire.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing business relationships
• Negotiation skills
• Cultural competency and experience working across diverse international markets
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills for senior-level audiences
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
• 7-10 years of experience in business development, partnerships, or international expansion advantageous
• 3-5 years of experience in the recruitment industry

• Fully remote working environment
• Flexible hours
• All Public Holidays observed as per South African calendar
• Annual Leave entitlement
• Medical aid contribution
• Paid sick leave
• Afternoon off on your birthday
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing international business.

Job Description

To drive the growth of the business in partnership with Private Advisors, by delivering on strategy, project manage various business development activities and initiatives, and ensure delivery of the portfolio's key objectives. Critical outputs of the role is to identify leads, support campaigns and build relationships within assigned regions.

Hello Future Business Management Consultant,

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.

As part of our team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now's the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

Are you someone who can:

• Provide product training and field most Independent Financial Advisor queries due to your in-depth understanding of Investments, Insure and other First Rand products.
• Ensure Independent Financial Advisors are kept abreast of latest product and policy enhancements, changes, and offerings.
• Proactively seek sales opportunities.
• Deliver exceptional service that exceeds customers' expectations through proactive, innovative and appropriate service and solutions to the Independent Financial Advisor.
• Assist Independent Financial Advisor's to expand their value proposition and grow their respective business.
• Render administrative support to the Independent Financial Advisors, which includes but not limited to processing and servicing requests and quotations, for timely turnaround.
• Facilitate interaction between Independent Financial Advisors and Product Specialist on more technical requests.
• Keep up to date with competitor products, services and industry trends

You will be an ideal candidate if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in commerce or related field essential
• RE 5 would be beneficial
• At least 3 to 5 years of Broker Consulting experience within the Independent Financial Advisor and Investments space

• 3 years of experience in Life Assurance

• Relevant Class of Business training.

• Experience in and working with Group Risk, Individual Life and Investment products.
• An affinity for sales, are highly motivated and client centric.
• Have good attention to detail.
• Are curious, innovative and willing to learn.
• Willing to travel locally.

You will have access to:

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• A challenging working environment that is progressive and agile
• Opportunities to innovate where initiative is taken and owned end to end

We can be a match if you are:

• Adaptable and curious
• Analyze complex data sets
• Thrive in a collaborative environment

Apply now if you are interested in taking the next step. We look forward to engaging with you

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

21/10/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

Eduvos is looking to hire the services of an Independent Contractor, Business Management Lecturer, at our Durban campus on a part-time basis.

Type of appointment:

Independent Contractor (part-time; flexible workhours agreement)

Purpose:

• To lecture Commerce-related modules, in the faculty on a part-time (contractual) basis.
• To assist in the administration and departmental affairs and activities as required by the academic department.

Minimum qualifications required:

• Masters of Business Administration

Experience:

• 1-2 years relevant lecturing experience
• Necessary knowledge of higher education practices and processes
• Relevant research experience

Modules to be lectured:

• Business Management 1A
• Introduction to Marketing
• Marketing 3B
• Business Mangement at all levels

Responsibilities:

• Lecturing
• General administration
• Setting and marking of assessments
• Preparation of notes and additional study materials
• Quality Assurance
• Management of At-risk students

Competencies

• Initiative and responsibility
• Constructive teamwork, relations and networking
• Influence
• Analysis and judgement
• Innovation and change
• Systematic approach (planning and organising)
• Steadiness (emotional tenacity)
• Communication

BACKGROUND

A vacancy exists for the position of Business Development Officer for the above-mentioned incubator to support its current intake. The incubator, located at Mpophomeni, Howick, develops, supports and nurtures emerging, small and medium-sized township-based businesses (a mix of industries: tourism, services, agriculture, other).

The desired candidate, working closely with the Centre Manager, will be responsible for the provision of targeted and needs-based business support to township-based SMME clients of the incubator. The Business Development Officer will be responsible for exposing, upskilling and disseminating business and entrepreneurial skills to any start-up, entrepreneur or enterprise through nurturing, mentoring, coaching, facilitation of access to linkages (markets and funding), and monitoring and evaluation to achieve sustainable SMMEs.

This position is full-time, contract-based (5 months), renewable annually subject to performance and funding.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

· Reporting directly to the Centre Manager of the Incubator

· Servicing all beneficiary businesses (incubatees) of the incubator in an effective, and impactful manner to drive their growth and sustainability

· Initiate, support and grow SMMEs within the tourism, agri, services, other key industries

· Align key and effective business support interventions for SMMEs, and based on need of the business/ entrepreneur

· Facilitate relevant beneficiary trainings and business mentorship sessions at the incubator

· Help achieve the vision of the Incubator

· Providing needs-based business mentorship and coaching services to the participating SMMEs

· Relevant knowledge dissemination to SMMEs participating in the incubator, that contribute to their growth and sustainability

· Tracking (monitoring and evaluation) of incubatee business performance on a monthly basis for assessment and reporting

· Collecting, collating and uploading incubatee business development interventions MoVs (Means of Verification), onto reporting system

· Assist SMMEs with the use of the Incubator facilities

· In person visits/ meetings to incubatee premises on a regular basis and where needed

· Incubator and Incubatee documentation management in an accurate, consistent, safe and confidential manner, in line with Centre policies and procedures and POPI Act

· Support the Centre Manager in management of the Centre operations and facilities, as well as on staff supervision (Admin support and Maintenance staff)

· Knowledge of and compliance to all statutory regulations, including the Public Finance Management Act, Basic Conditions of Employment, Health and Safety acts, as well achieved SABS SATS 2234:2020 (Business Incubator) and ISO 9001:2015 standards for the Incubator

· Continuously and consistently strive towards the achievement of the Organizational and Own KPIs

· Stakeholder engagements and identification of potential partnership opportunities, as is relevant

· Participate at business seminars/ webinars if and where relevant and practical

· Report-writing on progress of the beneficiaries and reporting to funder requirements (including the collation of evidence of support)

Experience and Qualifications

The successful candidate will:

· Be in possession of a suitable financial/ business management qualification, (honours level preferred)

· An experienced (all-rounder) enterprise development practitioner is required (who can work independently), with a proven track record in business development support for SMMEs (across a spectrum of industries) (experience in development of township-based business/ entrepreneurs a plus)

· Be in possession of minimum 5 years business development/ business advisory/ mentorship/ coaching experience (particularly community/ rural business development experience)

· Must have strong experience in advising both start-up and established business alike, with strong understand of the local SMME development landscape

· Be a Team Player and work closely with the Centre Manager

· Ensure compliance to SATS 2234:2020 standards for Incubators, ISO 9001:2015 and PFMA policies and procedures

· Be Multilingual (Proficient in English and isiZulu)

· Preferably locally-based

· Use of AI tools, such as MS Copilot and ChatGPT will be beneficial

Other Attributes:

· Strong report-writing and able to write business/ funding plans for start-up/ existing businesses or assist with funding applications collation for the Centre

· Excellent financial acumen skills

· Deadline-driven and results orientated

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

· Be in possession of very strong report-writing, reporting and presentation skills

· Very strong computer literacy (MS Office) skills

· Be willing to travel to meet stakeholders and clients, as and when required (driver's licence and own vehicle mandatory)

· Build effective relations with the local community

· A strong knowledge of funding opportunities for small businesses by National Government and other agencies.

Please submit applications, including:

· A cover letter

· Your most recent CV demonstrating the above requirements

· Examples of business report writing

· Three contactable references

· Applications must be submitted by close of business 24th October 2025 to

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received a response by 31st October 2025, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

NOTE

All shortlisted candidates may be subject to both a credit, reference check and a police clearance check.

Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held virtually (via Zoom or MS Teams) in November 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/10/24

Job Description

To drive the growth of the business in partnership with Private Advisors, by delivering on strategy, project manage various business development activities and initiatives, and ensure delivery of the portfolio's key objectives. Critical outputs of the role is to identify leads, support campaigns and build relationships within assigned regions.

Hello Future Business Management Consultant,

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.

As part of our team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now's the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

Are you someone who can:

• Provide product training and field most Independent Financial Advisor queries due to your in-depth understanding of Investments, Insure and other First Rand products.
• Ensure Independent Financial Advisors are kept abreast of latest product and policy enhancements, changes, and offerings.
• Proactively seek sales opportunities.
• Deliver exceptional service that exceeds customers' expectations through proactive, innovative and appropriate service and solutions to the Independent Financial Advisor.
• Assist Independent Financial Advisor's to expand their value proposition and grow their respective business.
• Render administrative support to the Independent Financial Advisors, which includes but not limited to processing and servicing requests and quotations, for timely turnaround.
• Facilitate interaction between Independent Financial Advisors and Product Specialist on more technical requests.
• Keep up to date with competitor products, services and industry trends

You will be an ideal candidate if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in commerce or related field essential
• RE 5 would be beneficial
• At least 3 to 5 years of Broker Consulting experience within the Independent Financial Advisor and Investments space

• 3 years of experience in Life Assurance

• Relevant Class of Business training.

• Experience in and working with Group Risk, Individual Life and Investment products.
• An affinity for sales, are highly motivated and client centric.
• Have good attention to detail.
• Are curious, innovative and willing to learn.
• Willing to travel locally.

You will have access to:

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• A challenging working environment that is progressive and agile
• Opportunities to innovate where initiative is taken and owned end to end

We can be a match if you are:

• Adaptable and curious
• Analyze complex data sets
• Thrive in a collaborative environment

Apply now if you are interested in taking the next step. We look forward to engaging with you

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

16/10/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.