Head of Business Development (Tech Startup/ IT Consulting)

Proten | Enugu, Nigeria

Full-Time Posted today 1 view

About the Role

Proten International is recruiting a dynamic and commercially driven Head of Business Development on behalf of a fast-growing technology consulting firm. In this strategic leadership role, you will spearhead our client acquisition, revenue growth, and partnership initiatives within the tech and IT services sector.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies to drive rapid revenue growth and market expansion.
  • Lead and mentor high-performing sales, pre-sales, and account management teams to exceed ambitious targets.
  • Drive enterprise client acquisition across IT consulting, software solutions, and digital transformation markets.
  • Oversee pre-sales operations, including solution design, high-stakes presentations, and RFP responses.
  • Forge and nurture strong, lasting relationships with C-suite executives and key industry stakeholders.
  • Identify emerging market opportunities, strategic alliances, and innovative revenue streams through continuous business intelligence.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, IT, or a related discipline (MBA is an advantage).
  • Minimum of 8 years of proven experience in enterprise sales, account management, and business development within a tech startup or IT consulting firm.
  • Demonstrated track record of closing high-value contracts and managing substantial revenue portfolios.
  • Expertise in technology solutions, software services, and enterprise digital transformation markets.
  • Exceptional negotiation, leadership, strategic thinking, and executive presentation skills.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary that is open to negotiation based on experience.
  • Comprehensive HMO healthcare coverage and pension scheme.
  • Additional financial perks including leave allowance, clothing allowance, and birthday allowance.

Skills

Business Development Enterprise Sales IT Consulting Strategic Partnerships Pre-Sales Account Management Team Leadership Digital Transformation
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