[Skip to main content](#main-content) [ OpenNash ](https://opennash.com/) / [Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [ 01 Search jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/search/)[ 02 Companies](https://jobs.opennash.com/explore/)[ 03 Hiring report](https://jobs.opennash.com/reports/hiring/)[ 04 AI assistants](https://jobs.opennash.com/connect/)[ 05 How it works](https://jobs.opennash.com/methodology/) RELX · Johannesburg # Business Development Manager - Public Sector Johannesburg Manager or lead Sales Listed on RELX’s official careers site. Posted October 29, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on RELX’s careers site →](https://relx.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/relx/job/Johannesburg/Business-Development-Manager---Public-Sector_R119793-1) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [RELX](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/relx/) / Business Development Manager - Public Sector ## Job description LexisNexis Legal & Professional is seeking a hunter-focused Business Development Manager to identify, engage, and win new clients across South Africa’s public-sector legal community. About the role You’ll build demand for our legal and professional solutions, developing senior-level relationships and tailoring value-led proposals to customer needs. This is a new-business role with a strong focus on prospecting, new-logo acquisition, pipeline discipline, and exceeding revenue and activity targets. About the team LexisNexis Legal & Professional serves customers in more than 150 countries and is part of RELX. We use AI and advanced technologies to help transform the business and practice of law, supported by technologists, data scientists, and subject-matter experts working in line with RELX Responsible AI Principles. About the business LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers improve productivity, make better decisions, achieve stronger outcomes, and advance the rule of law. ### Responsibilities Identify, target, and acquire new business opportunities within the legal sector and selected corporate industries. Build relationships with senior decision-makers across public-sector legal functions, law societies, bar associations, and chambers. Lead solution-based sales engagements, including client meetings, presentations, and product demonstrations, both in person and virtually. Research prospective clients, market trends, sales data, and competitor activity to shape relevant product packages and sales strategies. Drive sector-focused campaigns and participate in marketing-led activities, industry events, seminars, and conferences. Generate and follow up on leads, converting opportunities into new business. Manage the sales pipeline with accurate forecasting, timely follow-up, and clear reporting on performance and key metrics. Balance prospecting, client engagement, follow-ups, and reporting through effective diary and time management. Meet or exceed revenue, sales activity, and new-logo acquisition targets. ### Requirements At least three years’ experience in business development, solution selling, or B2B sales, with a record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in commission-driven environments. Experience in software, insurance, telecommunications, legal technology, risk and compliance, or subscription-based services is preferred. Strong business acumen and the confidence to engage senior executives, partners, and decision-makers. Excellent English communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. A self-directed, disciplined approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a changing environment. Experience using CRM platforms and sales tools to manage accounts, leads, opportunities, and sales activity. A Law or Business degree is advantageous; the ability to understand legal and technical solutions is essential. Legal, governance, risk, or compliance experience is advantageous. About the Business LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. Work in a Way That Works for You We promote a healthy work-life balance and support flexible working hours to help you work when you’re most productive. 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