Business Development Officer Job at Indie Finance

At Indie Finance, we pride ourselves on being your trusted companion in the journey toward financial success. Whether you’re seeking strategic investment guidance, aiming for resilient financial management, or in need of expert advisory services, we’ve got you covered. Our commitment is to transform aspirations into tangible reality, simplifying the complexities of finance with transparency and expertise.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Business Development Officer

Job Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Business Development
Reports to: Head of Business Development

Key Responsibilities

• New Business Acquisition: Identify and pursue new business opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to upsell and cross-sell financial products.
• Market Research: Conduct market research to stay up-to-date on industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities.
• Product Knowledge: Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of financial products and services.
• Sales Strategy: Develop and execute sales strategies to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Proposal and Pitch Development: Create persuasive proposals and pitches to win new business.
• Networking: Establish and leverage a network of contacts within the finance industry.
• Sales Performance Management: Meet or exceed sales targets, and contribute to team sales goals.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders, including Product, Marketing, Operations, teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in sales, business development, or a related field, preferably in the finance industry.
• Strong understanding of financial products and services.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and closing skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong network and relationships within the finance industry (desirable).

Skills:

• Strategic thinking
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong sales and negotiation skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Business acumen
• Industry knowledge.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application, including their Resume and Cover Letter to: enquiry@indiefinancecompany.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.

Note: If you are a motivated and experienced risk management professional looking to join a talented team, please submit your Application.