Overview of the role
This is an incredible opportunity to be a vital part of a market-leading sales team; the fastest growing division within a well-established global payments company.
This is a strategic, client facing role where you will play a key part in driving growth, building relationships, and shaping the future of our Corporate offering.
You will be responsible for driving new business opportunities, identify, engage, and onboard corporate clients with international payment and currency risk management requirements. You will act as a trusted advisor, helping businesses navigate currency volatility, optimise their FX and payment strategies, and unlock opportunities in global markets.
This is an exciting opportunity for ambitious professionals who are motivated by targets and passionate about delivering measurable impact results in a fast-paced environment who is eager to grow their career.
Strategy Development & Market Intelligence
- Client acquisition : Actively prospect, cold calling, and network to generate qualified leads and sales pipeline. Build strong relationships with CFOs, treasurers, and other decision-makers to understand their FX requirements and deliver customised solutions.
- Market research and analysis: Conduct thorough research to identify potential markets and understand the competitive landscape. Keep up with industry trends that affect IFX Payments.
- Strategy development: Develop strategic plans to effectively target key markets and demographics. Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align sales strategies with broader business objectives.
- Negotiation and closure: Engage in negotiations with prospects, addressing concerns and adapting proposals to meet client needs. Close deals and ensure all contractual elements are in place. Support the onboarding process to ensure a smooth transition onto our platform for clients.
Target & Pipeline Management
- Target management: Achieve weekly, monthly, and annual sales quotas by successfully implementing sales and marketing strategies and tactics and by proactive sales pipeline management
- CRM management & reporting: Maintain accurate records of sales activities and client interactions on CRM. Analyse sales data and reports to monitor performance and plan adjustments in strategies as necessary.
- KPIs & Pipeline: Report on key performance metrics and conversion rates. Continuously evaluate pipeline health and adjust prospecting strategies as needed.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Regulatory: Keep abreast of regulations and requirements, through regular training to always ensure compliant.
- Due Diligence: Conduct due diligence on prospective clients to mitigate operational and credit risk.
Success Measures
Success in this role will be measured by:
- Revenue Growth: Achieving monthly and annual FX revenue targets.
- Client Acquisition: Number of new meetings and corporate clients onboarded within the set timeframe.
- Pipeline Development: Quality and value of opportunities generated and progressed.
Requirements
- Proven track record of developing new business and meeting/exceeding sales targets within the deliverable FX market.
- Solid understanding of currency markets, hedging facilities, and international payments.
- Demonstrated ability to adopt a consultative sales approach who is a strong strategic thinking with the ability to align sales strategies with business objectives.
- Proficient in managing complex sales cycles from prospecting to closing.
- Self-motivated and competitive, with a passion for winning business and growing revenue.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Familiarity with CRM software and sales enablement tools.
- A true team player with a winning mentality and strong work ethic committed to continuous improvement and high performance.
- Adaptable, tenacious and flexible who can perform under pressure.
We believe great people do their best work when they feel supported, rewarded, and empowered to grow. That’s why we offer a benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, finances, and life outside of work.
🌴 Time to Recharge
- 25 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Holiday loyalty scheme rewarding long-term service
- Work abroad scheme for added flexibility
💰 Financial Wellbeing
- Competitive pension scheme via salary exchange
- Financial education, planning & coaching platform
- Interest-free Season Ticket Loan for London travel
- Salary exchange nursery fee scheme
🩺 Health & Wellbeing
- Life Insurance
- Healthcare platform including:
- Cashback on dental, optical & physio
- Virtual GP access
- Mental health and stress support helplines
- Additional wellbeing resources
👶 Family & Lifestyle Support
- Enhanced parental leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexible benefits that support everyday life
🚀 Growth & Career Development
- Career development and progression tools
- Opportunities to grow within a fast-scaling international business
🎉 A Great Team Culture
From sporting events and pub nights to seasonal celebrations and socials, we make time to connect and celebrate together.
Diversity & Inclusion
We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success. We are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their background, identity or experiences. By embracing diverse perspectives and promoting equity, we aim to create an environment where all employees can perform and reach their full potential.
What’s next?
- We will review your application and come back to you as soon as possible.
- You must be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
- Full background checks will be carried out on all successful candidates.
