Business Development Manager

    Gate

    Jamaica
    Remote
    SaaS
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    Work Type

    Remote

    Vertical

    SaaS

    Source

    himalayas

    About this role

    Our Vision As one of the world’s top 10 (and rising🚀) digital asset exchanges, we provide a best- in-class experience in trading, security, and blockchain product innovation. We aim to democratize access to the markets for all, making it possible for the most recent and promising cryptocurrency projects to be listed and traded safely and securely.

    Are you excited to join a decentralizing force in the world? Job

    Responsibilities: Develop and execute business development strategies to drive user growth, trading volume, and brand exposure in global crypto markets Identify, onboard, and manage partnerships with crypto projects, DeFi protocols, Web3 platforms, and ecosystem partners Build and maintain strong relationships with KOLs, influencers, communities, and affiliates to support marketing and growth initiatives Design, negotiate, and manage collaboration models with KOLs, including CPA, revenue share, and volume-based incentive programs Track, analyze, and optimize partner performance, ensuring measurable results in user acquisition and trading volume Explore and expand market opportunities in emerging regions, especially Africa, including localized growth strategies Work closely with marketing, product, and operations teams to align BD initiatives with overall business goals Stay up to date with global crypto regulations, compliance

    requirements, and local payment solutions (e.g., mobile money integrations) Represent the company at industry events, online AMAs, conferences, and community activities as needed Prepare regular reports on BD progress, market insights, competitor analysis, and growth performance

    Requirements:

    3-5+ years BD experience in African crypto/blockchain markets. Deep understanding of crypto, DeFi, and Web3 ecosystems Established network within African crypto influencers, communities, and projects Extensive KOL resources with a verifiable trading volume track record Fluent in English; additional African languages a plus Knowledge of Af

    Selling Motion

    Prospecting

    Channel / Partner

    Sell through partners, resellers, or alliances

    Requirements at a Glance

    Bachelor's Degree·Required
    Negotiation·Required skill

    Typical Day — Sales Rep

    Sales calls20–40/day
    Client meetings3–5/week
    Pipeline managementDaily

    Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.

    SaaS — Interview Intel

    Typical Sales Cycle

    30–90 days (SMB) · 3–9 months (Mid-Market) · 6–18 months (Enterprise)

    Common Buyer Objections

    • "We're locked into a contract with [competitor]"
    • "We built something in-house already"
    • "We don't have budget until next quarter"
    • "Our team won't adopt another tool"

    Key Industry Metrics

    ARR / MRRNet Revenue Retention (NRR)CAC Payback PeriodLogo Churn vs Revenue ChurnACV (Avg Contract Value)Magic Number

    Hot Topics to Reference

    • • AI-native product disruption
    • • PLG vs sales-led motion debate
    • • Vertical SaaS consolidation
    • • Usage-based pricing models

    Use these insights to speak the buyer's language in interviews.

    Tags

    Business-Development-Manager
    Partnerships-Manager
    Crypto-Business-Development
    Growth-Manager
    Business-Development
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    How do you structure onboarding for new hires?

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    Research Gate's product, recent news, and key competitors
    Prepare metrics: quota attainment %, average deal size, win rate
    Practice a 2-minute product demo pitch for a mock discovery call
    Prepare to discuss your home office setup and self-management discipline
    Review the job description and map your experience to each requirement
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    This leadership position involves both strategic planning and hands-on coaching of the sales team.

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