Business Development Manager VAF

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Job Summary

To provide specialist advice and support in sales support, enabling the provision of sound claims assessment expertise.

Job Description

• Sales Leadership & Revenue Growth (60%)

Lead and manage the VAF sales team to achieve revenue and asset growth targets.

Monitor performance metrics and implement corrective actions where necessary.

Develop and execute sales strategies aligned with business objectives.

• Relationship Management (10%)

Build and maintain strong relationships with vehicle dealerships to ensure consistent deal flow.

Foster long-term relationships with clients to enhance customer retention and satisfaction.

Act as a key point of contact for strategic partners and stakeholders.

• Marketing & Business Development (5%)

Spearhead targeted marketing campaigns to promote VAF products and services.

Identify new market opportunities and develop plans to capture them.

Collaborate with marketing and product teams to enhance brand visibility and product uptake.

• Deal Structuring & Negotiation (10%)

Structure competitive and compliant financing deals tailored to client needs.

Negotiate terms with clients and dealerships to ensure mutual benefit and risk mitigation.