About the Role
Norrenberger Financial Group is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Officer to join our Halal Unit in Nigeria. In this role, you will target mass-market and high-net-worth clients to expand our market position, drive Assets Under Management (AUM) growth, and promote our bespoke Shariah-compliant investment products. You will leverage your financial services expertise to identify lucrative opportunities, build lasting client relationships, and contribute to our long-term strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and execute comprehensive sales, distribution, and growth strategies for Halal investment products.
- Collaborate with portfolio managers to design profitable Shariah-compliant financial solutions, including Murabaha, Ijara, and Mudaraba structures.
- Meet and exceed assigned asset generation, disbursement, and fiscal-year investment targets.
- Onboard new retail, corporate, and institutional clients through strategic networking, cold calling, and cluster marketing.
- Partner with risk, compliance, and legal teams to structure compliant and market-relevant risk asset offerings.
- Analyze competitor trends, market conditions, and client feedback to refine competitive product positioning.
- Conduct post-disbursement monitoring to ensure repayment performance and support early risk detection.
- Prepare accurate individual and team reports on pipeline activities, market insights, and portfolio performance.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited university.
- Minimum of five (5) years of proven business development experience within the financial services sector.
- Comprehensive working knowledge of Islamic finance principles, Shariah-compliant products, and associated risk profiles.
- Strong understanding of financial industry operations, organizational effectiveness, and controls management.
- Exceptional negotiation, communication, relationship-management, and analytical skills.
- Competitive salary with attractive performance-based bonuses and incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness benefits for employees.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.
- A collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work culture within a leading financial institution.