Business Development Lead

Responsibilities:

Opportunity Pipeline Management:

Own and manage the organization's business opportunity pipeline

Track and progress opportunities from identification through closure

Ensure opportunities do not stall due to poor follow-up or lack of execution

Maintain visibility over all active opportunities.

Client Acquisition & Revenue Growth:

Develop and execute client acquisition strategies

Secure new business opportunities

Expand the company’s client base and revenue streams.

Proposal Development & Commercial Conversion

Lead the development of business proposals, Capability statements, Presentations, Expressions of interest and Client solutions

Coordinate proposal processes and ensure timely submission

Convert opportunities into signed engagements and commercial outcomes

Strategic Business Engagement:

Build relationships with corporate decision-makers and prospective clients

Conduct meetings, presentations, and opportunity discussions

Position the company’s services effectively within target markets.

Opportunity Execution:

Coordinate internal teams required to support opportunity development

Ensure commitments made to prospective clients are delivered

Drive responsiveness and accountability throughout the sales process

Market Development:

Identify emerging commercial opportunities

Monitor market trends and client needs

Generate actionable insights that support growth initiatives.

Requirements:

Minimum of 4 years’ experience in business development, client acquisition, corporate sales, consulting, professional services, learning & development, or related fields

Demonstrated track record of generating and converting business opportunities

Experience managing complex sales cycles and corporate engagements

Strong proposal-writing and presentation skills.

Who You Are:

Think commercially and strategically Have a strong bias for execution Takes ownership without waiting to be chased Highly organized and outcome-driven Can confidently engage senior decision-makers Understands B2B sales, consulting, and professional services Demonstrates strong proposal-writing and communication skills.

How Success Will Be Measured:

Pipeline value managed

Opportunities progressed

Proposal conversion rates

Revenue generated

New clients acquired

Client retention and repeat business

Commercial growth contribution

Important Note:

This role is not for individuals who require constant supervision or detailed instructions before acting. We are looking for someone who can independently create momentum, maintain momentum, and convert opportunities into measurable business outcomes.

If you are energized by accountability, ownership, execution, and growth, we would love to hear from you.

Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Remuneration: NGN  250,000 - 350,000 Monthly