Are you a seasoned business developer with a track record of closing high-value deals and a passion for building high-performing sales engines?
Our client in the Fintech space is seeking an experienced and results-driven Sales Manager to take full ownership of our revenue growth and lead strategic client engagements. This is a senior-level role designed for a proven leader who can navigate complex financial ecosystems, secure partnerships with corporate giants and High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNIs), and mentor a growing team. You will be at the forefront of building the company's presence in Nigeria and beyond, turning high-level strategy into measurable market dominance.
Ready to lead strategic growth and shape the future of cross-border payments? Apply now to join!
Who are we looking for?
- You possess a Powerful Network within the Nigerian financial ecosystem and B2B environment, allowing you to open doors to corporate aggregators and HNIs.
- You are capable of developing go-to-market strategies that maximize deal flow and conversion.
- You are eager to mentor Sales Executives, set performance standards, and foster a culture of accountability and excellence.
- You are comfortable closing complex, high-stakes deals while maintaining deep, long-term client relationships.
- You are a Self-Starter who thrives in entrepreneurial environments, making data-driven decisions independently to drive measurable outcomes.
Key Responsibilities...
Strategic Business Development & Revenue
You will identify and close high-value opportunities with corporate clients, HNIs, and aggregators to drive significant revenue growth.You will own and exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets, providing detailed forecasts and market intelligence to leadership.You will build strategic alliances and partnerships to expand market reach and represent the company's at key industry events and networking forums.Client Relationship Leadership
You will serve as the primary escalation point for key accounts, ensuring top-tier service delivery and a premium customer experience.You will anticipate market trends and proactively engage clients with timely solutions for their cross-border payment needs.You will collaborate with Treasury and Compliance teams to ensure seamless execution of large-scale transactions.Team Leadership & Coaching
You will mentor and coach Sales Executives, helping them improve their performance, refine their sales techniques, and achieve their individual goals.You will collaborate with leadership to recruit and onboard new team members, building a scalable and high-performing sales engine.You will shape the sales function by setting performance benchmarks and fostering a results-oriented team culture.What Success looks like...
Consistently meeting or exceeding 100% of quarterly revenue targets and deal flow benchmarks.Successfully establishing at least 3-5 new strategic partnerships or corporate aggregator alliances within the first six months.Measurable improvement in the conversion rates and target attainment of the junior sales team members under your mentorship.Maintaining a zero-churn rate for high-value accounts through proactive relationship management and service excellence.To be considered for this role you should have...
5+ years in business development or relationship management (Fintech / Banking / B2B).At least 2 years managing senior-level clients or high-value corporate portfolios.Proven experience mentoring or leading sales teams (formal or informal).Established connections within the Nigerian financial and B2B ecosystem.Exceptional negotiation, presentation, and data-driven decision-making skills.Deep understanding of FX market dynamics and cross-border payment solutions.The Goodies...
A senior role with a direct seat at the table to influence revenue strategy and company growth.Competitive compensation coupled with performance-based incentives that reward high achievers.The unique opportunity to shape and scale a sales team from the ground up as the company expands globally.A professional balance of office collaboration and client-facing autonomy.