Job Description

About FasterPay

FasterPay is a fast-growing fintech company that helps businesses expand globally through secure, seamless payment solutions. We're transparent, flexible, and focused on building trust and innovation across the global payments ecosystem.

Our mission is simple: make global commerce smarter, safer, and more efficient -- and we're looking for ambitious people who want to grow with us.

Who Are We Looking For:

We're seeking a business-minded Business Development Representative who can drive deals through the sales funnel. Someone who can understand the complexities and opportunities brought about by online payment processing and be able to come up with a solution-oriented and value-focused approach to engage new merchants. Competitive, not egotistic, and is able to work well in a team to overcome challenges to win a deal.

HONESTY and TRUST

are core to who we are. We expect transparent and truthful communication from all our team members.

LEARNING and CURIOSITY

are essential for growth here. You bring fresh ideas, creativity, and a desire to develop daily, absorbing knowledge from those around you.

MULTILINGUAL and MULTICULTURAL

Even better. We operate across borders and value team members who can bridge cultural and legal di?erences with ease.

You need to be detail-oriented and capable of conducting valuable research to find ways to improve the payment experience for potential merchants. You should be able to translate the information gathered from your research into an effective pitch.

Position Overview:

As a Business Development Representative, you'll work closely with our Business Development Managers to identify and pursue new business opportunities. This role is ideal for someone aiming to grow into a broader role in business development, sales, or product management within the company.

What You Will Do:

Research and develop new business opportunities by prospecting potential clients and generating new leads. Work with the business development team in managing the sales process with potential merchants, from lead generation, preparing decks, proposals, and service agreements, and working with project managers up to the handover of the new merchant to the account management team. Maintain accurate activity and lead qualification information in the company's CRM system; Represent FasterPay and related services and products at industry events and trade shows, shadowing the sales team to broaden your knowledge about our product and industry while gaining new business leads and contacts.

Skills AND Competencies Required:

Proven track record in hitting sales targets or managing lead-generation campaigns. Energetic, engaging communicator with the ability to shift into intellectual fintech or gaming discussions. Independent, self-starter with strong pitching and writing abilities. Quick thinker with a sharp eye for opportunities and market trends. Collaborative mindset; experience working with cross-functional teams (product, ops, marketing). Thrives in a start-up/scale-up environment and adapts quickly. Comfortable with feedback, ambiguity, and fast decision-making. Willingness to travel for business. We operate in a collaborative office environment, so this role requires you to work onsite with our team daily.

Who Should Apply:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Administration, Marketing, Business, or related fields. At least 1 - 3 years of experience in business-to-business (B2B) sales, lead generation, or business development roles. Preferably within fintech/payments, SaaS, start-up, or other relevant companies; Familiarity with the fintech ecosystem: PSPs, digital wallets, merchant tools, or compliance platforms Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal. No restrictions on business travel.

Why Join Us:

If you are eager to take your career to the next level in the payment industry, this is the opportunity for you. We offer:

Competitive compensation depending on experience and skills Career advancement opportunities across a global network A dynamic, international team environment Exposure to the fintech and gaming industries
This role is the ideal opportunity for someone looking for new challenges that would allow them to make a noticeable, positive impact in the company while learning and adapting to our fast-paced scale-up environment.

As part of our growing team in South Africa, you will have a lot of opportunities to develop your career further with us. With future expansion plans, now is a great time to join us on our journey to change the way we pay.

Notes:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From R31144,00 per month

Work Location: In person