Head, New Business Development at a Reputable Limited Liability Company - Savvy Edge Limited

Savvy Edge Limited - Our client is a limited liability company with diversified business interests cutting across oil & gas, power, real estate, and technology amongst others.

Operating from its corporate office in Abuja, the company seeks to immediately assemble a team of choice professionals with considerable experience and competence in the capacity below:

Job Title: Head, New Business Development

Location: Nigeria
Reports To: CEO

Job Summary

• Responsible for identifying and driving new business opportunities within the Technology (Software Development) and Telecommunications lines of the company’s business.
• Ensure cohesive and innovative approaches to translating projects from ideation stage to implementation and expanding the company's market presence.
• This role involves strategic planning, market analysis,and leading cross-functional teams to achieve business growth.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to identify and capture new business opportunities in the Technology and Telecommunications sectors.
• Conduct market research and analysis to understand industry trends, competitive landscape, and customer needs.
• Translate market research into competitive and profitable products/projects implemented by the Company.
• Lead development and technology teams to harness and implement new business ideas and opportunities.
• Promote the commercialisation and adoption of new products of the company.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, and potential markets for expansion.
• Develop business cases and feasibility studies for new projects and initiatives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, industry partners, and potential customers.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote business growth.
• Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and audits to maintain service excellence.
• Perform other tasks as may be assigned by the CEO.

Other Responsibilities:

• In addition to the function-specific competencies and experience, interested applicants must be self-starters, who possess entrepreneurial acumen and a “can-do” spirit needed to navigate a competitive business landscape.

Competency and Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., PMP, ITIL) will be an added advantage.
• Up to 10 years of experience in business development, with verifiable results, preferably within the Technology and Telecommunications sectors.
• Proven track record of successfully identifying and securing new business opportunities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic plans that drive business growth and competitive advantage.
• Proficiency in market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive dynamics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with clients, partners, and internal teams.
• Strong business negotiation and contract management skills to secure favorable terms and partnerships.
• Appreciation of software development processes, telecommunications technologies, and industry standards.
• Ability to foster a culture of innovation and identify new technologies and solutions that drive business growth.

Application Closing Date
5th August, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.