Business Development Executive – From Payments Retention to Strategic Sales Success
Are you a high-performing Retention Agent in the payments industry ready for a career with greater autonomy, higher earnings, and long-term growth? Step into the world of IT Recruitment at Archer, where your client management and sales skills will thrive in a high-impact Business Development role.
We’re seeking driven professionals from the payments or financial services sector to join our fast-growing Business Development team. If you’re experienced in building client relationships, upselling solutions, and hitting revenue targets — you’re already halfway there.
Why Transition to Archer?
Fast-Track Career Progression
Climb a clear 12-step pathway from Consultant to Senior Director – no corporate red tape, just results-driven growth.
Uncapped Commission & Earning Power
High performers at Archer regularly exceed six-figure earnings. Your success is rewarded – directly and transparently.
Sales with Purpose
This is true relationship-led selling – not transactional. Build long-term partnerships with innovative tech companies across Ireland and beyond.
Training That Works
You’ll get world-class onboarding, tailored development, and 1-on-1 mentorship to help you hit the ground running.
What You’ll Do in This Role
As a Business Development Executive, you’ll take full ownership of a niche tech market and:
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Identify and engage with key decision-makers via warm/cold outreach
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Promote Archer’s specialist recruitment services and secure client partnerships
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Negotiate commercial terms and nurture client relationships long-term
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Act as a market advisor, providing strategic recruitment insights to some of Ireland’s most innovative companies
What You Bring
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1+ year in sales or client retention – ideally in Payments, FinTech, or Financial Services
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Strong experience in upselling, cross-selling, and client engagement
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Track record of exceeding KPIs and managing a revenue-focused pipeline
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Drive to learn, grow, and progress into leadership
What You’ll Get
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Year 1 Total Earnings: €46K+ (base DOE + uncapped commission + bonuses)
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Quarterly & Annual Incentives – including our epic ski trip to the Alps
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Active Social & Wellness Programme
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Leadership Pathway & Ongoing Mentorship
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A performance-based culture that genuinely rewards effort and results
Let’s Talk
If you’re ready to pivot from payments retention into a future-proof industry where your sales ability drives real success – we want to hear from you.
Contact: Saoirse Lawton – saoirse.lawton@archer.ie
Call: +353 (0)1 649 8517