Business Development Manager

Responsibilities:

Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities through outbound prospecting, networking, and lead generation. Develop and execute business development strategies, including generating and nurturing leads. Engage potential clients and customers via calls, emails, meetings, and presentations to pitch products/services and close deals. Build and maintain strong relationships with prospects, clients, and partners. Collaborate on developing new business ideas, market approaches, and go-to-market initiatives (especially valuable in a startup or high-growth environment). Conduct market research to identify opportunities and stay informed on industry trends. Manage the full sales/business development pipeline from initial contact through to conversion. Represent the company in occasional field activities, client visits, or local events in Lagos as needed. Track and report on key metrics (leads generated, conversion rates, pipeline value, etc.).

Requirements:

Proven experience in business development, sales, or related roles — ideally within a startup or high-growth environment. Strong track record of lead generation, client outreach, and converting prospects into customers. Experience developing or refining business ideas/strategies and engaging potential clients. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Self-motivated, results-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a remote setup while being available for occasional in-person activities in Lagos. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with limited supervision. Previous experience in a startup or early-stage company. Familiarity with CRM tools and sales pipelines. Local network or knowledge of the Lagos business ecosystem. Male candidate based in Lagos, Nigeria.