Business Developent Officer

The Business Development Officer (BDO) is a key member of the Business Development team, responsible for driving growth and expanding the firm’s market presence within the asset management industry in Nigeria. The BDO will be tasked with identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with prospective clients, and driving the sales of the firm’s products and services to meet and exceed the yearly financial target.

The role requires a highly motivated, results-driven professional who can build and maintain strong relationships with institutional investors, high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), retail clients, and corporate entities.

The BDO must be well-versed in financial products and investment solutions, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and positioning the firm as a leader in the Nigerian asset management space

• Business Development and Market Expansion.
• Sales and Revenue Generation.
• Client Relationship Management.
• Collaboration and Teamwork.
• Marketing and Branding.
• Financial Reporting and Performance Tracking.
• Regulatory and Compliance Adherence.

1. Achieving or exceeding set annual financial targets.
2. Number of new clients acquired (both individual and institutional).
3. Client retention rates and satisfaction levels.
4. Revenue growth and market share increase.
5. Successful implementation of marketing and business development strategies.
6. Conversion rate from leads to closed deals.
7. Accurate forecasting and reporting on sales progress.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• A professional certification (CFA, CISI, etc.) or an MBA is an added advantage.
• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in business development or sales in the financial
• services or asset management industry.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and developing long-term business relationships.
• Strong understanding of asset management products, financial markets, and investment solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to understand client needs and tailor solutions to meet those needs.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with high-net-worth individuals, institutional clients, and
• corporate entities.
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and highly results-oriented.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM software.

• Based in Abuja, with occasional travel to other parts of Nigeria for client meetings, networking
• events, and conferences.
• Standard working hours, with flexibility required depending on client needs and market conditions.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing and dynamic firm