Business Development ExecutiveCurrencies Direct · Portugal - Algarve

Business Development Executive

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-15 Portugal - Algarve Hybrid Sales
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market ₹1,800–₹3,000/mo

About the Company

Winning Money Transfer Provider of the Year at the 2021 MoneyAge Awards, Currencies Direct stands out in the foreign exchange industry for its unique combination of payments technology and personalised support from a team of experienced professionals. Established in 1996 Currencies Direct was the first non-bank foreign exchange provider in Europe. Today we've helped over 425,000 customers, offering straightforward payments solutions to businesses operating in international markets. With detailed market insight and expert consultation, we help our customers mitigate the risks associated with currency exposure, make smarter currency management decisions and expand their businesses globally. Financial Services Specialties: International payments, Hedging, Forward contracts, Mortgage payments abroad, Spot contracts, Buying/Selling property abroad, International Payment Solutions, Embedded Payments, API solutions, ERP integration, Mass payments, Finance automation

About the Role

In this role, you will be responsible for growing our affiliate partnership network by identifying and engaging new business opportunities. Understanding prospective partners' business, needs and requirements will enable you to promote the Currencies Direct value proposition and deliver tailored solutions.

Responsibilities

  • ● Identify, engage & cultivate prospective partner relationships within key sectors and industries
  • ● Engage with key decision makers in building strategic partnerships
  • ● Pro-actively manage the end-to-end sales cycle and progress a pipeline of new opportunities
  • ● Support partners with products and services and liaise with internal teams to ensure delivery in a timely manner
  • ● Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to further enhance partnership opportunities and business retention
  • ● Maintain consistent level of daily activity and integrity of CRM and ensuring key business metrics are being met
  • ● Successful track record identifying, engaging, and developing new business opportunities and building long-term relationships
  • ● The ability to identify pain points and position Currencies Direct as a Money transfer solution for a wide variety of businesses and use cases.
  • ● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build rapport quickly
  • ● Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with aptitude in building relationships with professionals of all organisational levels
  • ● Ability to problem-solve, confident in handling objections and providing solution-based outcomes
  • ● Self-motivated, resilient and with a strong focus on delivering exceptional service
  • ● Exceptional organisational and time management skills
  • ● Fluent in both English & Spanish
  • ● Industry experience in wealth management or financial services, SaaS, property or other professional sectors including accounting or legal
  • ● Previous experience of working in the Real Estate, Legal, Wealth Management or Notary sectors

Benefits

  • ● The chance to be part of a globally recognised company making waves in the Algarve region
  • ● Professional development opportunities to fuel your career growth
  • ● Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives
  • ● Hybrid/Remote working opportunities