Business Development Executive

Job summary

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Business Development Executive to identify new business opportunities, build strong client relationships, and drive revenue growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for prospecting, pitching the company’s products/services, converting leads into clients, and maintaining long-term business.

Min Qualification: HND Experience Level: Mid level Experience Length: 3 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Job descriptions & requirements

Responsibilities:

• Identify and research potential clients and new business opportunities.
• Generate leads through cold calling, networking, referrals, social media, email outreach, and other business development channels.
• Contact prospective clients to introduce the company’s products/services and understand their business needs.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations, proposals, and business pitches.
• Follow up with prospects consistently and convert qualified leads into paying clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Negotiate commercial terms and support the closing of business deals.
• Meet or exceed assigned sales and business development targets.
• Maintain accurate records of leads, prospects, client interactions, and sales activities.
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and customer needs to identify potential growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with the sales, marketing, and operations teams to develop effective business strategies.
• Attend client meetings, networking events, exhibitions, and other relevant business activities when required.
• Prepare regular reports on business development activities, pipeline, conversions, and revenue performance.
• Ensure excellent customer experience throughout the sales process and after onboarding.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in business development, sales, account management, or a related role.
• Proven experience in lead generation, prospecting, pitching, and closing deals.
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with clients.
• Strong sales orientation and ability to work with targets.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office/Google Workspace.
• Experience using CRM systems is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team.
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.

Key Skills:

• Business Development
• Lead Generation
• B2B/B2C Sales
• Client Acquisition
• Cold Calling & Prospecting
• Sales Negotiation
• Presentation & Pitching
• Relationship Management
• Market Research
• Pipeline Management
• Customer Relationship Management
• Target Achievement