Business Development Officer (Sales Expert)
$3,600,000–$4,800,000 year
On-siteLagos, Lagos, Nigeria
Job Summary
Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and competitive insights within the Lagos real estate sector. Identify, develop, and pursue new business opportunities to expand the client base while initiating and managing sales calls, meetings, and negotiations with prospective clients, investors, and partners. Develop compelling proposals, close deals, and negotiate contracts effectively to set, track, and achieve monthly and annual sales targets. Build, maintain, and strengthen long-term relationships with clients, partners, and investors by accompanying them during property inspections and advising owners on strategies to improve property appeal. Promote properties through strategic marketing campaigns and targeted advertising initiatives, analyzing sales performance data to inform business growth strategies. Prepare and deliver business proposals, presentations, and investment pitches to support the development of annual sales strategies.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or a related field
- Minimum of 3–5 years' experience in Business Development or Sales, preferably within real estate or construction
- Strong negotiation, sales, and client relationship management skills
- Good understanding of the Lagos real estate market and industry dynamics
- Proven ability to work independently and take initiative
- Excellent communication (written and verbal), presentation, and interpersonal skills
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in market research and business intelligence
- Prior exposure to marketing within real estate, architecture, construction, or design sectors
- Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
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