Business Development Officer (Lagos )
Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Business Development professional with a background in SME banking/lending and a

proven track record of deal flow particularly in the retail and healthcare sectors for a contract position. The successful

candidate will be primarily responsible for identifying new business opportunities and loans, building relationships, and

driving growth.

Responsibilities

● Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the SME sector, particularly in retail and healthcare

● Develop and maintain relationships with potential clients, including SME owners, entrepreneurs, and

business professionals.

● Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of deals, meeting monthly and quarterly targets

● Conduct preliminary credit investigations to analyze applicants’ willingness and repayment capacity to

determine the feasibility of granting loans.

● Initiate and partner with reputable organizations to facilitate lending to their customers.

● Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including credit analysts and loan officers, to assess the

creditworthiness of potential borrowers and structure loan proposals.

● Monitor and manage existing loan portfolios to ensure timely repayment and mitigate credit risk.

● Meet or exceed sales targets and contribute to the overall growth and profitability of Carbon Business.

● Prepare and submit regular reports on business development activities, pipeline status, and performance

metrics.

Requirement and Skills

 

● Minimum 3 years of work experience in SME banking/lending, underwriting, sales, or business development

within the financial services industry.

● Minimum of a Higher National Diploma (HND) in a related field (e.g., finance, business, economics)

● Proven track record of successfully sourcing and closing business loans, particularly in the retail and

healthcare sectors.

● Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment as well as meet

deadlines

● Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Application Deadline: 30th Dec, 2024