• Application Deadline:
• Position: Business Development Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 - 5 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
  
  

Job Summary

• You will lead growth initiatives within our Investment Securities division, identifying and pursuing business opportunities, expanding our client base, and driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships and trading activities. You will combine financial acumen, industry expertise, and exceptional relationship management skills to achieve organizational objectives.

Job Details

• Develop and implement strategic business development plans to achieve revenue and market share goals.


• Trade the mandates/jobbing request for client.


• Activate the database of the company with view to updating dormant accounts.


• Activated accounts should be harnessed to becoming trading accounts for business development.


• Handhold the accounts units for proper and timely deliverables.


• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including institutional and retail clients, partnerships, and distribution channels.


• Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor strategies, and emerging opportunities in the investment securities sector.


• Collaborate with internal teams to design and promote investment products tailored to client needs.


• Prepare and present business proposals, pitches, and detailed financial projections to stakeholders and prospective clients.


• Oversee trading activities, ensuring alignment with client objectives


• Ensure compliance with trading regulations, internal policies, and ethical standards.


• Provide clients with timely updates on market movements, trading activities, and investment opportunities.


• Lead cross-functional teams to execute business development initiatives effectively.


• Provide mentorship and training to junior staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.


• Collaborate with compliance, operations, and risk management teams to ensure smooth execution of business activities.


• Conduct client onboarding, including due diligence, risk profiling, and documentation.


• Regularly meet with clients to assess their investment goals and provide tailored solutions.


• Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to develop campaigns that attract and retain clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Business Management or any other related field.


• 3-5 years of experience in marketing financial product, particularly stocks, bonds and treasury bills.


• Strong knowledge of financial markets, investment products, and trading platforms.


• Proficiency in financial modeling, market analysis, and CRM tools.


• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements in the securities industry.


• Stockbroking (ACS) qualification is an added advantage.


• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).