Head of Sales - Fintech / SaaS

Our client is looking for a Head of Sales to drive growth for their cutting-edge credit risk software platform. This role requires a strategic, commercially focused leader with strong FinTech or SaaS experience.
This is a hands-on and strategic role â?? the successful candidate will drive business development initiatives, engage with existing clients, identify and secure new business (â??new logosâ?), and build a high-performing sales team focused on diversifying and expanding the companyâ??s client base.
You will play a pivotal role in shaping the companyâ??s go-to-market strategy, identifying new avenues for revenue, and ensuring alignment between commercial objectives and operational delivery.
 
What Youâ??ll Do

• Lead market expansion and identify new revenue opportunities.
• Position the credit risk software solution as the platform of choice in credit risk management.
• Build strong client, partner, and industry relationships.
• Work with product teams to shape feature enhancements and new releases.
• Lead and grow a high-performing sales and client engagement team.

What You Bring

• 8+ years in sales leadership roles.
• Experience in FinTech or SaaS.
• Proven track record of hitting sales targets and scaling teams.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and relationship-building skills.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a high-growth digital business within a fast-expanding group.
• Play a key role in defining the future of credit management technology in South Africa.