Business Development Manager- LATAM

TLDR

The Business Development Manager will drive growth in the LATAM region by establishing key partnerships and converting high-net-worth leads into active trading accounts.

Zeal Group is an award-winning global FinTech powerhouse with 700+ professionals across London, Europe, Asia, MENA, and South America. Through our subsidiary Traze, we deliver advanced multi-asset trading solutions across Gold, Oil, FX, Indices, and Cryptocurrencies, built for today’s fast-moving, high-volatility markets.

Our Sales and Business Development teams are the engine of our growth. They are the first voice, the first relationship, and the long-term partner for our clients. This role is for people who don’t wait for opportunity, they hunt it, close it, and grow it.

The Business Development Manager (BDM) for Latin America is a dedicated sales and acquisition specialist. Your mission is to serve as the primary growth engine for the brokerage within the LATAM region. You will be responsible for identifying, negotiating, and establishing high-value partnerships with Introducing Brokers (IBs), Money Managers, and Financial Influencers. This role is designed for a high-performance individual who excels at networking and converting prospects into long-term partners.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Partner Scouting & Recruitment: Proactively identify and onboard high-potential Introducing Brokers (IBs) and Affiliates across key LATAM markets (e.g., Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Chile).
  • Money Manager Acquisition: Target and contract professional Money Managers and MAM/PAMM providers to integrate their client base with the platform.
  • Direct Client Sales: Convert high-net-worth retail leads into active, funded trading accounts through consistent outreach and relationship management.
  • Influencer Partnerships: Identify and sign contracts with financial educators, YouTubers, and Telegram/Discord community leaders within the trading niche.
  • Contract Negotiation: Manage the end-to-end sales process, from the initial pitch to finalizing rebate structures and signing partnership agreements.
  • Networking & Presence: Represent the brand at regional expos and private networking events to build a dominant, trusted presence on the ground.

Requirements

  • Languages: Native-level Spanish or Portuguese; Average English (sufficient for internal communication and reporting).
  • Experience: 2+ years of successful sales experience within the Forex/CFD industry.
  • Network: An existing, active book of IBs, partners, or influencers in the LATAM region is highly preferred.
  • Sales: Mindset Results-driven approach with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding deposit and volume targets.
  • Communication: Strong negotiation skills with the ability to build rapport at the "Master IB" or professional trader level.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) :

  • Net Deposits: Total value of First Time Deposits (FTDs) and redeposits driven by your acquired network.
  • Trading Volume: Total lot turnover generated by your referred partners and clients.

Zeal Group is a global FinTech organization that specializes in innovative financial products and solutions. With a diverse team of over 700 professionals, we focus on delivering advanced multi-asset trading solutions through our subsidiary, Traze, catering to the dynamic needs of modern markets. Our widespread presence across continents underlines our commitment to driving growth and technological excellence.

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