Femi Akindele
MELSW Limited is a forward-thinking, professional services firm registered in Nigeria, specializing in providing high-quality business advisory and human resources consulting services. With a deep understanding of the Nigerian business landscape, we are committed to supporting organizations in achieving sustainable growth and operational excellence.
Business Development Executive
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Experience: 3 – 5 years
- Location: Lagos
- City: Victoria Island
- Job Field: Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development
- Salary Range: ₦500,000 – ₦750,000/month
Salary Range: ₦600,000 – ₦800,000 gross monthly (commensurate with experience)
Reports to: Executive Director
Job Summary
Our client, an NGO, is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and results-driven Business Development Executive to spearhead the outreach and growth of its flagship training product designed for Boards and senior leadership teams. The ideal candidate will be a bold self-starter with the capacity to translate vision into action, secure strategic partnerships, and contribute to program design and delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a strategic business development plan to promote it’s training offerings to boardrooms and senior executives
- Identify, engage, and manage relationships with prospective clients, corporate leaders, and institutional partners
- Drive lead generation, pitch proposals, close opportunities, and maintain a sales pipeline
- Represent the organization at industry events, pitch meetings, and networking forums
- Collaborate with the program team to refine training content in alignment with market needs
- Maintain a thorough understanding of the organization’s mission, products, and competitive landscape
- Provide regular reporting on business development metrics, client engagement, and conversion
- Work with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and satisfaction of client organizations
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field
- 3–5 years of experience in business development, sales, or corporate engagement
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong ability to work independently and take initiative
- Experience with program or product design is an advantage
- High level of professionalism and confidence in engaging executive-level stakeholders
Method of Application
To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to: [email protected]
