We are searching for an enthusiastic and committed
West Africa Regional Manager - French Speaker to join our dynamic team at HFM.
Your role at HFM:
- Develop and implement business development strategies aligned with the company's overall objectives.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify new business opportunities and market trends.
- Create and execute plans to penetrate new markets and expand the customer base.
- Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including potential clients and partners.
- Negotiate and close deals that align with the company’s goals and values.
- Act as the primary point of contact for significant business development opportunities.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of business development professionals.
- Set performance targets and provide regular feedback and coaching to team members.
- Foster a high-performance culture focused on achieving results.
- Collaborate with other departments such as marketing, sales, and product development to align efforts and maximise impact.
- Ensure smooth handover of new clients to the account management and operations teams.
- Work closely with senior management to communicate progress and align priorities.
- Develop and manage budgets for the business development department.
- Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and return on investment (ROI) for business development activities.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with business development initiatives.
- Stay updated on industry trends, competitors, and market dynamics.
- Drive continuous improvement in business development processes and strategies.
- Introduce innovative approaches to business development that leverage new technologies and methodologies.
Requirements
What You Bring:
- French and English Speaker - Greek would be considered as an advantage.
- 3+ years’ industry experience. Experience in a managerial position would be considered as an advantage.
- Extensive travel within the whole West Africa region is required.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Deep understanding of the industry and market in which the company operates.
- Proficiency in using CRM software, business development tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- We can only consider candidates that have the legal right to work within the EU, at this time.
Benefits
By joining us, you can expect:
Attractive remuneration package
22 days of Annual Leave (
reaching up to 30 days per year based on years’ service)
Friday afternoons off in Summer (July & August)
Birthdays are always a
day off!
Referral Bonus – refer a candidate we would all enjoy to work with!!
Participation in the Company’s
Medical Scheme from day one!
Participation in the Company’s Group
Discount Scheme
Free Gym Membership (Larnaca)
Unlimited snacks, fruits and beverages
Complimentary periodic
lunches at the office
Fun team-building activities & Corporate events
Lifelong Learning Allowance plus
paid Educational Leave
Kick off an exceptional career with HFM and follow
the path to success!
Sounds like you? Come and write the next chapter with us!
All applications will be treated as confidential.
