SENIOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & PARTNERSHIPS OFFICER

Confidential Employer

Job Overview

Location

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Salary

NGN 700,000 monthly

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Sector

Sales & Marketing

Experience Level

Senior (5-8 years)

Application Deadline

May 12, 2026

About the Company

This is a fast-growing fintech company specializing in cross-border payments.

They are focused on driving business growth, forging strategic partnerships, and expanding their market reach within the payments industry.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic Senior Business Development & Partnerships Officer to drive growth and expansion in the cross-border payments sector.

In this hybrid role, you will be responsible for identifying and launching new business corridors, developing market entry strategies, and driving pipeline generation and revenue growth.

You will also build and manage strategic partnerships, develop channel partnerships, and negotiate commercial agreements to enhance acquisition and transaction volume.

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

Required Skills

Business DevelopmentMarket ExpansionStrategic PartnershipsChannel DevelopmentCommercial AgreementsRevenue GrowthFintechCross-border PaymentsSalesMarketing

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and launch new cross-border business corridors
  • Develop and execute market entry strategies
  • Drive pipeline generation, lead conversion, and revenue growth
  • Build and manage partnerships across fintechs, banks, and payment providers
  • Develop channel partnerships to drive acquisition and transaction volume
  • Structure and negotiate commercial agreements
  • Source, negotiate, and close high-value deals
  • Collaborate on revenue strategy and growth targets
  • Execute growth initiatives across digital and offline channels
  • Manage social media presence and brand communication
  • Support campaigns and go-to-market strategies
  • Represent the company at fintech events and forums
  • Build industry relationships to enhance brand positioning

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field
  • 5–7 years experience in business development, partnerships, or commercial roles
  • Strong experience in fintech, payments, banking, FX, or cross-border services
  • Proven track record in closing partnerships and driving revenue growth

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The Nigerian fintech sector is experiencing explosive growth, particularly in cross-border payments, creating a dynamic environment for strategic expansion. This role is instrumental in driving that growth through business development and strategic partnerships. Essential technical skills include market entry strategy development, partnership negotiation, and revenue growth modeling. Your impact will be measured by the successful launch of new corridors, increased transaction volumes, and significant revenue generation, directly contributing to the company's market leadership.

Posted Date

April 28, 2026