Job Description
Sales Executive / Business Development Officer
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: On-site / Hybrid (depending on business needs)
Industry: Fintech
About the Company
Our client is a fast-growing fintech company transforming the way individuals and businesses access financial services through innovative digital solutions. As the company continues to expand its market presence, it is seeking a driven Sales Executive / Business Development
Officer to identify new business opportunities, build lasting client relationships, and contribute to sustainable revenue growth.
Job Summary The Sales Executive / Business Development Officer will be responsible for generating new business, nurturing client relationships, and driving revenue through strategic sales initiatives.
The ideal candidate is proactive, target-driven, and passionate about delivering value to customers while contributing to the company’s commercial success.
Key Responsibilities
• Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities across assigned markets.
• Develop and maintain a healthy pipeline of prospective clients through networking,
referrals, outbound outreach, and strategic partnerships.
• Build and manage strong relationships with new and existing clients to ensure longterm engagement.
• Present products and solutions to prospective customers through meetings,
demonstrations, and presentations.
• Prepare proposals, quotations, and contract documentation for prospective clients.• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms while ensuring profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging opportunities, customer needs, and competitor activities.
• Collaborate with the marketing and product teams to improve customer acquisition strategies.
• Maintain accurate sales records and customer information using CRM systems.
• Prepare regular sales forecasts, pipeline reports, and performance updates for management.
• Represent the company at industry events, networking sessions, and business meetings when required.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in sales, business development, or account management.
• Experience working within fintech, financial services, technology, SaaS, or related industries is an advantage.
• Proven ability to consistently meet or exceed sales targets.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho CRM, or similar tools.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.Preferred Qualifications
• Professional sales certification is an added advantage.
• Existing network within financial services or fintech industries.
• Experience selling B2B technology solutions.
Skills & Competencies
• Business development
• Sales strategy
• Lead generation
• Negotiation
• Relationship management
• Customer engagement
• Market intelligence
• Communication
• Time management
• Commercial awareness
Benefits
• Competitive salary
• Performance-based incentives
• Collaborative work environment
Salary
₦180,000 – ₦350,000 per month (based on experience)
How to Apply
Qualified candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to submit their applications through the designated application link.
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