Head of Sales at Pryme (Previously know as OjirehPrime)

Pryme is a multi-currency fintech platform designed to empower individuals and businesses with seamless, innovative financial solutions for personal and business accounts. We are redefining global banking for a new generation by enabling effortless cross-border transactions, flexible multi-currency management, and tailored financial products that meet the unique needs of our users.

At Pryme, our culture is built on four core pillars: Ownership, where every team member takes responsibility for their work and its impact; Taking Steps, encouraging bold and proactive actions toward solving challenges; Collaboration, fostering teamwork and shared successes; and Making Things Happen, delivering results with a relentless focus on execution. By driving global impact while maintaining local relevance, we strive to make banking accessible, efficient, and meaningful for our customers worldwide.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Sales

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

About the Role

• At Pryme, our Sales team is the powerhouse that fuels key account acquisition and engagement across all our markets.
• Each part of the team operates with precision and focus, like a group of specialists: from prospecting to acquisition and activation, they own their market segments with a solutions-driven approach, leveraging their expertise to drive exponential growth in our customer base.
• We’re searching for a Head of Sales to lead our talented team of Account Executives and spearhead growth initiatives in the Nigerian Market

Responsibilities
Sales Strategy Development & Execution:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy to achieve transaction volume targets and revenue goals.
• Identify and capitalise on opportunities for market penetration and growth.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a high-performing sales team.
• Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and excellence within the sales organisation.

Transaction Volume Growth:

• Prioritize driving transaction volumes across personal and business accounts.
• Develop partnerships and collaborations to expand transaction pipelines.

Key Account Management:

• Build and nurture strategic relationships with key accounts and partners.
• Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling financial products and services.

Market and Competitor Analysis:

• Stay updated on market trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities.
• Use insights to adapt sales strategies and maintain a competitive edge.

Sales operations and reporting:

• Monitor sales performance and implement corrective actions to meet KPIs.
• Provide accurate forecasts, reports, and updates to executive leadership.

Product Collaboration:

• Work closely with product and marketing teams to align offerings with customer needs.
• Provide feedback on market demand and customer preferences to guide product development.

Regulatory and Compliance Awareness:

• Ensure all sales activities align with financial sector regulations and compliance standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• At least 7+ years of leadership experience in sales within the financial sector, fintech, or related industries.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets, particularly in driving transaction volumes.
• Deep understanding of financial products and services, including multi-currency accounts, credit, and digital banking solutions.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience building and scaling sales teams.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Data-driven decision-making with expertise in sales forecasting, pipeline management, and CRM tools.
• A strategic thinker with the ability to execute tactically and drive results in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to be part of a fast-growing fintech with a bold vision.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Career growth opportunities in a dynamic and innovative industry.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online