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National Sales Head

PayJoyJohannesburg
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Posted on: 21 Oct 2026

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National Sales Head – PayJoy, Johannesburg

As the National Sales Head for PayJoy, you will spearhead the go‑to‑market strategy for South Africa’s fastest‑growing fintech brand, driving revenue across mobile‑first financial services. Reporting directly to the Chief Commercial Officer, you own the end‑to‑end sales engine—building high‑performing teams, shaping product positioning, and unlocking new market segments. Your leadership will directly influence PayJoy’s mission to democratize credit through AI‑powered risk assessment, expanding financial inclusion for millions. With a workforce of 1,000+ innovators, you will have the platform to shape national growth, influence product roadmaps, and accelerate your career toward regional or global commercial leadership.

Key responsibilities include:
- Design and execute a national sales strategy that aligns with PayJoy’s AI‑driven fraud mitigation and machine‑learning credit models.
- Lead, mentor, and scale a cross‑functional sales organization of 30+ managers and representatives across Johannesburg and key satellite hubs.
- Partner with Marketing, Product, and Data Science to craft compelling value propositions for mobile‑centric consumers and merchants.
- Drive pipeline generation and conversion through data‑backed prospecting, consultative selling, and strategic account management.
- Monitor market trends, competitive intelligence, and regulatory shifts to adapt tactics and maintain a first‑mover advantage in fintech.
- Own P&L accountability, forecasting, and performance reporting to senior leadership, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
- Champion a culture of compliance, leveraging fraud detection tools and AI insights to safeguard revenue and customer trust.

Why join PayJoy? Our culture celebrates bold innovation, relentless customer focus, and a collaborative spirit that empowers every employee to make an impact. You will work at the intersection of mobile technology, artificial intelligence, and financial services, positioning yourself at the forefront of industry transformation. PayJoy invests heavily in professional development—offering executive coaching, continuous learning programs, and clear pathways to senior leadership roles across the continent. As the fintech landscape evolves, your role as National Sales Head will be pivotal in shaping the future of credit accessibility, giving you unparalleled visibility and influence. Join a purpose‑driven organization where your strategic vision translates into real‑world financial empowerment for underserved communities, while you accelerate your own career trajectory in a dynamic, high‑growth environment.
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