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Business Development Manager at Total Data Limited, Lagos

Posted: August 11, 2026
Deadline: Not specified
Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Field: Sales and Business Development
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
Experience: 3 years

Total Data Limited is looking for a Business Development Manager to help expand its client base and identify new sources of revenue. The role combines market research, client acquisition, relationship management and business planning, with a strong focus on building sustainable commercial opportunities.

The position is based in Lagos and requires at least three years of experience, along with strong communication, negotiation and relationship-management skills.

What the Business Development Manager Will Do

The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying opportunities and turning them into productive business relationships.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop business growth strategies that support both revenue objectives and customer satisfaction.
• Research existing and emerging markets to identify opportunities for current services and potential areas of diversification.
• Identify and approach prospective clients and arrange business meetings where appropriate.
• Present and promote the company’s products and services while understanding prospective clients’ needs.
• Anticipate client requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
• Coordinate the timely preparation and execution of contracts.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and provide reliable feedback and after-sales support.
• Work with internal teams and external stakeholders to build strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Develop and monitor marketing budgets in line with organisational objectives.
• Review marketing activities and results, prepare reports and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Follow the company’s information handbook, policies and procedures.
• Carry out other official duties assigned by management.

What Success in the Role Will Look Like

Performance will be assessed using several commercial and operational measures, including:

• Revenue growth
• Cost reduction
• Customer acquisition rate
• Client satisfaction
• Turnaround time
• Issue resolution and service quality
• Compliance with company policies and procedures
• Implementation of efficient business processes
• Progress on strategic initiatives
• Marketing and business development results

These measures indicate that the role is not limited to finding new clients. The successful candidate will also be expected to maintain relationships, monitor results and contribute to the company’s wider growth objectives.

Qualification and Experience

Applicants should have a BA, BSc or HND.

The vacancy requires at least three years of experience. Candidates should be able to demonstrate practical experience in business development, sales, client relationship management or a closely related area.

Because the role involves working with prospective and existing clients, applicants should also be comfortable communicating with decision-makers, presenting ideas and negotiating commercial relationships.

Knowledge and Technical Requirements

The employer is looking for knowledge and experience in areas such as:

• Market research and market knowledge
• Business development
• Client relationship management
• MS Office
• CRM software, including platforms such as Salesforce

Experience using CRM systems can be particularly useful in a role where prospective clients, sales activity and relationships need to be tracked systematically.

Skills That Matter for This Position

The role requires a combination of commercial judgement, communication and organisational ability.

Key skills include:

• Strong written and verbal communication
• Negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Public speaking and presentation
• Time management and planning
• Critical and analytical thinking
• Resourcefulness and resilience
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Organisation
• People management
• Leadership
• Technology skills
• Business advisory ability
• Basic portfolio management skills

Applicants should be able to explain how they have used these skills in previous roles rather than simply listing them on a CV.

About Total Data Limited

Total Data Limited (TDL) is a Nigerian management consultancy and outsourcing company. Its official website lists services including HR outsourcing, recruitment, payroll management, business process outsourcing, learning and development, business advisory services and technology solutions. Learn more about Total Data Limited

How to Prepare Your CV

For a business development position, your CV should make your commercial experience easy to understand.

Where possible, describe the type of clients or markets you worked with, the responsibilities you handled and the results you contributed to. Experience with customer acquisition, relationship management, sales activity, presentations, negotiations or CRM systems should be clearly visible.

If you have worked toward revenue or customer-acquisition targets, include measurable results where they are accurate and can be supported by your experience.

Also make sure your educational qualification and three or more years of relevant experience are clearly presented.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Total Data Limited on zurl.to