BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PERSONNEL AT PEOPLE AFFAIRS CONSULTING

About Company:

People Affairs Consulting is an HR consulting firm based in Lagos, Nigeria. We help businesses hire quality talent, strengthen their people operations, and build high-performing workplace cultures. Our team delivers tailored HR solutions designed to meet the unique needs of each organization. We source, assess, and deliver top-quality candidates to help businesses fill roles quickly and effectively.

Job Description:

• Develop and implement business development strategies to grow the institution’s loan portfolio, deposit base, and client network within the microfinance sector.
• Identify and acquire new clients—individuals, SMEs, traders, and microbusinesses—through field engagement, market mapping, and targeted outreach.
• Maintain and build strong relationships with existing customers to ensure retention, upselling, and cross-selling of financial products.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging opportunities, customer needs, and competitive gaps within the microfinance industry.
• Develop and manage partnerships with local businesses, trade associations, agents, and community groups to expand market reach.
• Ensure timely processing of loan applications by coordinating with credit and operations teams.
• Monitor client loan performance, follow up on repayments, and support recovery efforts where necessary.
• Prepare periodic sales performance reports, market insights, and projections for management decision-making.
• Promote financial literacy and awareness among prospective customers through outreach and community engagement programs.
• Represent the institution at market activations, financial inclusion programs, and local events to drive brand visibility.

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of micro-lending processes, deposit mobilization strategies, client appraisal, and credit risk.
• Proven track record of meeting sales targets and expanding customer portfolios.
• Excellent relationship management, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in field-intensive roles and build strong community and market presence.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and market trends.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and customer-focused mindset.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years experience in business development, sales, or client acquisition within the microfinance or financial services sector.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 30th November, 2025

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: oche.peopleaffairs@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.