Direct Sales Agent

Confidential Employer

Job Overview

Location

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

Salary

NGN 199,000 monthly

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Arrangement

On-site

Sector

Finance & Banking

Experience Level

Entry Level (0-2 years)

Application Deadline

June 23, 2026

About the Company

This role is with a leading player in the financial services industry, focused on driving retail customer acquisition and product uptake. The company is dedicated to expanding its market presence through direct field engagement. They offer a range of banking products and services, including savings, current accounts, and loan offerings, and emphasize strong customer relationships and KYC compliance.

Job Description

Are you passionate about sales and customer engagement? A leading financial services institution is seeking motivated and results-driven professionals for the role of Direct Sales Agent.

This role focuses on driving retail customer acquisition, account opening, and product uptake through direct field engagement. It's ideal for individuals with strong interpersonal skills and a passion for thriving in a target-driven environment.

To apply for this role, click the Apply button on this page and follow the instructions.

Required Skills

SalesCustomer AcquisitionAccount OpeningProduct UptakeDirect Field EngagementInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsPersuasion SkillsNegotiation SkillsTarget-Driven EnvironmentKYC ComplianceSales Record KeepingCustomer Relationship Management

Key Responsibilities

  • Prospect, engage, and convert new customers within assigned territories.
  • Promote banking products and services including savings, current accounts, and loan offerings.
  • Handle customer onboarding while ensuring full KYC compliance and documentation accuracy.
  • Maintain accurate sales records using approved reporting tools.
  • Build and sustain customer relationships for retention and referrals.
  • Meet and exceed daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets.

Qualifications

  • HND / B.Sc. in any discipline.
  • Minimum of 1 year sales experience in banking, fintech, insurance, or related sectors.
  • Strong communication, persuasion, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure in a target-driven environment.
  • Knowledge of local market dynamics is an added advantage.

How to Apply

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Nigeria's financial services sector is experiencing dynamic growth, with a strong emphasis on customer acquisition and product penetration. This role is integral to driving retail customer growth and expanding market share. Key technical keywords include customer acquisition, KYC compliance, sales target achievement, and relationship management. The Direct Sales Agent's impact on business ROI is direct, contributing to revenue generation and customer base expansion, signifying an entry-level to junior role.

Posted Date

June 9, 2026