Business Development Officer

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement business development strategies aligned with the company's growth objectives.
• Identify, research, and pursue new business opportunities and potential clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Generate leads through networking, referrals, market research, cold outreach, and industry events.
• Prepare and deliver business proposals, presentations, quotations, and commercial offers.
• Lead negotiations and manage the sales process from prospecting through to deal closure.
• Develop strategic partnerships and alliances that create new business opportunities.
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
• Work closely with the marketing and operations teams to develop effective client acquisition strategies.
• Monitor sales pipelines, revenue forecasts, and business development performance.
• Prepare regular business development reports for management.
• Consistently meet or exceed assigned revenue and business development targets.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree/HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years' experience in Business Development, Sales, Marketing, or a related commercial role.
• Proven track record of achieving sales or revenue targets.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, communication, and closing skills.
• Excellent client relationship management and networking abilities.
• Strong understanding of business strategy, market research, and competitive analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM/business development tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple opportunities, and deliver results under pressure.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings and business development activities when required.
• Professional certification in Sales, Marketing, Business Development, or a related field is an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• Business Development & Sales Strategy
• Lead Generation & Prospecting
• Client Relationship Management
• Negotiation & Deal Closing
• Strategic Partnerships
• Market & Competitor Analysis
• Revenue Growth
• Presentation & Communication
• Networking
• Target & Performance Management