Business Development Executive-Lagos at Ascentech Services Limited

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Professional to join our expanding team. You will play a pivotal role in identifying new business opportunities, building client relationships, and driving revenue growth for our consulting and professional services division.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and generate leads through various channels including cold calling, networking, events, and digital outreach
• Develop and manage a strong pipeline of new business opportunities in target markets
• Prepare and deliver compelling pitches, proposals, and presentations to potential clients
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Collaborate with consulting teams to align service offerings with client needs
• Track market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to refine strategy
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and client interactions in CRM tools
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and meetings

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Management, or a related field (MBA is a plus)
• 3–5 years of experience in business development, sales, or client acquisition, preferably in consulting, professional services, or B2B environments
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build rapport at CXO and senior levels
• Familiarity with proposal writing and consultative sales methodologies
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)