06/10/2026
WE’RE HIRING Business Growth & Partnerships Executive
LOCATION - Vavuniya (Onsite/Hybrid)
TYPE- Full-time, permanent
REWARDS - Salary + uncapped incentives
GROWTH - Path to Team Lead
We are seeking a professional and driven BusinessGrowth & Partnerships Executive to expand our client base and build long-term partnerships, primarily in the United Kingdom and then in Sri Lanka. The successful candidate will identify new business opportunities, engage with business owners and decision-makers, and present IYKONS solutions that meet their needs. The role also includes digital marketing and coordination to support business growth. This is a key role with the opportunity to shape and grow the company’s business development function, and to help build an internal team as the company expands.
Solutions You Will Represent
• IYKONS software products
• Custom software, web and mobile application development
• IT support, maintenance and digital transformation
• Accounting, bookkeeping and payroll services
• Business process outsourcing (BPO)
• Business consultancy
Requirements
• Drive business growth primarily in the UK market, followed by Sri Lanka-based operations
• Identify and develop new business opportunities with SMEs, startups, educational institutions, NGOs, healthcare, retail, manufacturing and public-sector organisations
• Generate and qualify leads through calls, client visits, LinkedIn, email, referrals and industry events
• Plan and carry out digital marketing activities, including social media, LinkedIn, email campaigns and website content, to generate leads and strengthen the IYKONS brand
• Write clear and engaging content for campaigns, proposals, social media, the website and client communications
• Engage with business owners and senior decision-makers to understand their requirements and recommend suitable IYKONS solutions
• Deliver professional presentations and solution demonstrations, both in person and online
• Prepare proposals and quotations in coordination with the accounting, technical and finance teams
• Coordinate with clients, management and the UK and Sri Lanka teams to ensure business development and marketing activities are delivered on time
• Negotiate terms, onboard new clients and ensure a smooth handover to the delivery teams
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients and identify opportunities to extend our services
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM and provide weekly pipeline and performance reports to management
• Represent IYKONS at exhibitions, business forums and networking events
• Support the set-up and development of an internal business growth and marketing team as the function expands
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business, Marketing, IT or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in business development, digital marketing, client acquisition or account management, preferably in accounting, IT or professional services
• Proven track record of generating new business and achieving targets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Tamil and/or Sinhala is an advantage
• Strong content writing and coordination skills
• Hands-on experience with digital marketing channels and tools (social media, LinkedIn, email marketing)
• Strong presentation, negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Good understanding of accounting and technology services and how they add value to businesses
• Understanding of, or exposure to, the UK business market is an advantage
• Self-motivated, well organised and confident in approaching new clients
• Willingness to travel to meet clients
What We Offer
• Competitive salary with uncapped performance-based incentives
• EPF and ETF contributions
• Comprehensive training on our services and tools
• Direct exposure to UK clients and international teams
• Clear career progression to a team leadership role, with the opportunity to build and lead an internal team as the company grows
• A supportive and professional work environment
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line “Business Growth & Partnerships Executive – [Your Name]”.