Business Development Manager at Alkanes-Diaplous Limited

Alkanes-Diaplous Limited (previously known as Alkanes Energy Services Limited) provides expert support services to the upstream segment of the oil & gas industry in Nigeria and the West African sub-region. Our services include but not limited to, Maritime Logistics Services, provision and deployment of specialized vessels in the offshore environment, Maritime risk Management and security services, Engineering/ Procurement/ Construction services etc.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Location: Lekki, Lagos

Main Responsibilities

• Improving the market position, locating, developing, defining, and closing business contracts.
• Lead the formulation, execution, and monitoring of the company’s business development, market penetration strategies, and plans for enhancing business growth.
• Responsible for the design/implementation of strategies to get the Company registered and sustained with International Oil Companies as Vendors and Contractors.
• Develop business dealings from DPR Permits to NIPEX product codes documentation and source for jobs.
• Proactively develop and nurture cordial relationships with all the Government Regulatory agencies (NUIMS/NAPIMS, NUPRC, NIMASA, NCDMB etc.).
• Responsible for coordinating strategic planning and business development functions of the company in areas where we already have DPR Permits including Marine Vessel Supply & Operations, Offshore Operations Support Services among others, and new business prospect areas.
• Lead negotiations and close deals to secure profitable contracts.
• Responsible for liaising with International Oil Companies and Major Oil Companies in identifying and executing profitable business opportunities.
• Prepare all documentation necessary for requests for proposals (RFPs), Expression of Interest (EOI), and Invitation to Tender (ITT).
• Gathering new intelligence and providing updates on upcoming and ongoing key projects in the upstream sector of the oil and gas industry, identifying emerging market opportunities, and analyzing industry trends.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop new business opportunities and strategies for partnership
• Oversee business development projects from inception to completion.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• All other functions as assigned by the Managing Director from time to time

Requirements

• Minimum Educational Qualification: First Degree.
• 6 – 8 years of experience in business development, in upstream oil and gas
• Strong Financial and Analytical skills
• Computer Literate (Knowledge of Microsoft suites and other related software)
• Project Management certification and Experience is an advantage.

Essentials:

• Strong relationship with Key personnel working with IOC’s & NOC’s.
• Strong relationship with key personnel; working in NEPL, NUIMS/NAPIMS, NIPEX, NUPRC, and NCDMB.
• Must have experience working in the upstream oil service sector
• Must have adequate experience in a company with a similar business
• Ability to source jobs, with verifiable track records of jobs initiated, won, and completed, understanding the workings of the industry and key markets
• Have great business relationships with IOCs and servicing companies
• Time management and planning skills.

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2025.