Job Description

DelonJobs is looking to hire a Business Development Officer for a leading financial institution located in Lagos, Nigeria. The ideal candidate would be responsible for driving growth and innovation leveraging business development expertise in identifying opportunities, fostering strategic partnerships, and delivering tailored financial solutions.  Interested candidates must possess a minimum of bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as marketing, finance, or a related discipline with a minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience in business development, sales, or a related field in the technology space. The salary is competitive. To apply, kindly send your CV with the subject “Business Development Officer – BDOSB231” to cv@delon.ng

Job Responsibilities

• Expand the BaaS and embedded payment market presence and empower businesses with flexible, cutting-edge banking services.
• Achieve and exceed revenue targets by identifying new business opportunities, cross-selling “Edge” services, and nurturing existing client relationships.
• Develop and execute strategies to expand Edge's market presence, including targeting new customer segments and geographical areas.
• Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with fintech firms, businesses, and technology providers to enhance the Edge ecosystem.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of Edge services, ensuring effective communication, and understanding of their value propositions.
• Foster relationships with customers, understand their needs, and deliver tailored solutions to meet their unique requirements.
• Monitor the competitive landscape, assess market trends, and identify opportunities to maintain Edge's competitive advantage.
• Report on performance metrics, conduct market analysis, and provide actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Stay abreast of industry innovations and trends, incorporate them into strategies for Edge's growth and success.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience in business development, sales, or a related field in the technology space.

Skills & Competencies

• Business Development
• Market Research and Analysis
• Project Management
• Market & Sector Knowledge
• Marketing & Sales
• Presentation skills
• Continuous Learning – Drive for Results (Efficiency)