About the Role
Venus Finance is looking for a proactive and results-driven Business Development Officer to accelerate business growth by acquiring new clients, promoting our financial products, and cultivating strong customer relationships. This role is ideal for a target-driven professional with a background in loan sales, fintech, or financial services who is passionate about delivering excellent customer experiences while consistently meeting sales objectives.
As a key member of our growth team, you will play a vital role in expanding our client base, driving revenue, and reinforcing Venus Finance's mission of bridging financial gaps for individuals and businesses across Nigeria. You will work closely with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and long-term client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities- Identify and acquire new clients through prospecting, referrals, networking, and cold outreach.
- Promote and sell the company's loan products, proof of funds services, and business registration services.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
- Follow up on leads and convert prospects into paying customers.
- Conduct client needs assessments and recommend suitable financial solutions.
- Meet and exceed assigned sales and business development targets.
- Prepare and submit regular sales and business development reports.
- Stay informed about market trends, competitor activities, and evolving customer needs.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
- 2–4 years of proven experience in loan origination, retail credit sales, fintech business development, or customer acquisition within Nigeria's financial services industry.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Proven ability to identify prospects, conduct cold outreach, and build lasting client relationships.
- Strong understanding of personal loan products, proof of funds services, and business registration processes, including CAC documentation.
- Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to consistently achieve sales goals.
- Strong organizational, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is an added advantage.
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
- Opportunity to grow within a fast-expanding fintech company.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Exposure to diverse financial products and client portfolios.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.