Business Development Manager at Vista Holdings Limited

Vista Holdings Limited is a consolidated private-sector powerhouse, bringing together 8 dynamic subsidiaries under one trusted institution. With a bold vision to transform industries, we operate at the forefront of real estate, finance, cooperative services, and education, delivering sustainable solutions that shape Africa’s future.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Location: Abraham Adesanya Ajah, Lagos
Reports to: CEO/ ED
Job Type: Full time/On-site

Role Purpose

• The Business Development Manager (BDM) will play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth, investments, developing client and realtor networks, and strengthening the Company’s market presence.
• The role sits within the Sales & Marketing Department and carries strict performance accountability.
• Beyond personal sales targets, the BDM will also oversee the Sales & Marketing Department, ensuring that all activities (sales campaigns, marketing initiatives, realtor engagement, media collaborations, and client management) are coordinated, efficient, and aligned with the company’s growth objectives

Core Deliverables

• Sales Accountability: Consistently meet/exceed daily, weekly, and monthly targets for revenue, lead generation, and client acquisition.
• Direct Client Engagement: Personally generate, pitch, and close high-value deals with direct clients, not solely via realtor networks.
• Realtor & Broker Network Development: Build, engage, and maintain strong relationships with realtors, brokers, and sales agents to expand distribution and referrals.
• Department Oversight: Lead and supervise the Sales & Marketing Department, ensuring that all staff activities, campaigns, and initiatives are in order, performance-driven, and aligned with business goals.
• Business Growth Strategy: Develop and implement innovative sales and marketing strategies that increase market share, drive client conversions, and ensure profitability.
• Brand Awareness & Market Visibility: Collaborate with Media & Marketing teams to design and execute impactful campaigns, events, and PR activities.
• Event & Exhibition Participation: Organize, host, and represent the Company at property exhibitions, trade shows, investor forums, and client engagement events to boost awareness and generate leads.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (Media, Marketing, Legal, Finance, Operations) to ensure seamless execution of client deals and marketing strategies.
• Reporting & Insights: Provide daily/weekly/monthly reports on performance metrics, department activities, pipeline status, challenges, and recommended improvements.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Real Estate, or related field.
• Minimum 3-6 years proven sales/business development experience (real estate preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing sales/marketing teams.
• Strong network of clients and realtors within the Nigerian real estate market.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed aggressive sales targets.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in CRM tools and digital sales platforms.
• Experience collaborating with media/marketing teams on campaigns and lead-generation initiatives.
• Highly organized, resilient, and performance-driven with a focus on accountability.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@thevistaholdings.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The BDM is expected to consistently meet daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets.
• Low or no performance may result in termination, regardless of probationary status and also MUST have sound knowledge in the real estate industry.