Business Development Manager Ikeja

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW Dates and Event Limited is actively recruiting for a Business Development Manager position in Ikeja. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector looking to advance their careers in Nigeria's dynamic job market.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile: • Experience Level: 4 - 6 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development • Location Preference: in Ikeja

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS IN NIGERIA Sales and marketing roles like Business Development Manager are key revenue drivers in Nigeria's expanding market. This position offers direct impact on business growth and market expansion.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS This role in Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations in Nigeria.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE When applying for this Business Development Manager position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 4 - 6 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development field • Any certifications or specialized training • Proficiency in relevant software and tools

🌍 NIGERIA JOB MARKET CONTEXT The Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector in Nigeria continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. With Nigeria's growing economy and increasing foreign investment, this position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Dates and Event Limited is a leading event venue, rental, and experiences company committed to delivering exceptional events through operational excellence, quality equipment, and outstanding customer service. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Business Development Manager

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time Role Summary

We are seeking an ambitious and commercially drivenBusiness Development Manager to identify new business opportunities, acquire clients, build strategic relationships and contribute directly to revenue growth. The Business Development Manager will be responsible for expanding our customer base, developing new markets, generating business opportunities and converting relationships into measurable revenue.

Develop and execute business development strategies aligned with company revenue objectives. Identify new markets, customer segments and revenue opportunities. Prospect and acquire new corporate and social clients. Develop relationships with corporate organizations, event planners, agencies, institutions and key decision-makers. Generate and manage a healthy business development pipeline. Conduct client presentations and business meetings. Prepare proposals, quotations and commercial presentations. Negotiate and close business opportunities. Develop strategic partnerships that generate business for the company. Follow up on prospects and maintain consistent engagement. Reactivate dormant and inactive accounts. Track leads, opportunities and conversion performance. Maintain accurate CRM/business development records. Monitor competitor activities and market trends. Work closely with Sales, Telesales, Marketing, Venue Experience and Operations teams. Participate in networking events, exhibitions and industry activities. Prepare regular business development reports and forecasts. Consistently work toward and exceed assigned revenue targets.

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will be expected to build a strong pipeline, open new doors, acquire valuable clients and convert opportunities into measurable revenue.

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, Hospitality or a related field. 4–6 years relevant experience in Business Development, B2B Sales, Corporate Sales or related commercial roles. Proven record of generating and closing business. Strong corporate relationship management skills. Excellent negotiation and presentation abilities. Strong prospecting and lead-generation skills. Commercially minded and target-driven. Strong understanding of sales funnels and pipeline management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in events, hospitality, real estate, media, travel or other service industries is an advantage. Proficiency with CRM and Microsoft Office tools. Must be based in Lagos Mainland (preferably Ikeja or nearby areas).

N250,000 - N300,000 per month. Application Closing Date

5th October, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using "Business Development Manager" as the subject of the email.