Business Development Consultant

About the role

We are looking for a Business Development Consultant to drive growth of our education technology platform by acquiring universities and tertiary institutions across Nigeria. You will work closely with senior academic leaders and internal product and marketing teams to expand our client base.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, qualify and acquire universities and tertiary institutions as clients.
• Develop and execute business development strategies to meet revenue targets.
• Build relationships with Vice Chancellors, Registrars, ICT Directors, Student Affairs, Alumni Offices and other stakeholders.
• Present and demonstrate Stateloyalty.ng solutions, prepare proposals, negotiate contracts and close deals.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities in the higher education sector.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to improve acquisition strategies.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts and CRM records.
• Represent the company at education conferences, exhibitions and networking events.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Education or related field (MBA a plus).
• Minimum 4 years of business development or enterprise sales experience.
• Proven success selling to universities or tertiary institutions.
• Strong network within Nigeria’s higher education sector.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently and achieve ambitious sales targets.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration with performance‑based incentives.
• Opportunity to shape the growth of an innovative EdTech platform.
• Flexible, collaborative work environment.
• Career growth within a fast‑growing innovation and consulting company.
• Chance to make a meaningful impact across Nigeria’s higher education sector.