Sales Executive at a Security Company - Tailored Talent

Tailored Talent - Our client in the Security industry is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Sales Executive

Location: Ikeja GRA, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview

• Our client in a security industry is looking for a results-driven Sales Executive to join their growing private security company.
• You will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities with corporate clients, residential estates, and commercial properties requiring professional manned guarding services.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Prospecting: Identify and engage with high-value prospects, including corporate organizations, luxury residential estates, hotels, and financial institutions.
• Consultative Selling: Conduct on-site security assessments to understand the unique vulnerabilities of a client and propose tailored manned-guarding solutions.
• Relationship Management: Build and nurture long-term partnerships with decision-makers, ensuring our services consistently align with their evolving needs.
• Deal Execution: Manage the end-to-end sales process—from initial contact and professional presentations to negotiating service agreements and closing contracts.
• Market Intelligence: Stay informed on industry trends and competitor activity within the Lagos landscape to ensure our offerings remain competitive and innovative.

Qualifications

• Education & Mobility: A Bachelor’s Degree, HND, or OND in a relevant field; a valid driver’s license and the willingness to travel across Lagos for client meetings are essential.
• Experience: 2 - 3 years of proven success in B2B sales (experience in the security, banking, insurance and FMCG industry is an advantage).
• Local Expertise: A deep understanding of the Lagos corporate and real estate environment.
• Communication: Exceptional negotiation and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at the executive level.
• Attributes: You are a self-starter who thrives on autonomy, possesses a high level of integrity, and maintains a positive, resilient attitude in the face of challenges.
• Industry Expertise: A background in the private security sector or a related service-oriented industry is highly desirable.
• Established Network: An existing portfolio of corporate contacts across Lagos, with a proven ability to navigate complex organizations and reach key decision-makers.
• Lagos Market Intelligence: A deep understanding of the local real estate and corporate landscape, including familiarity with residential estate board operations and the specialized security requirements of high-rise commercial developments.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: A steady N200,000 base salary plus a commission structure designed to reward your results
• Professional Growth: An environment that encourages career advancement and rewards high performance.
• Impact: The opportunity to work with a dedicated team that is making Lagos a safer place to live and work.

Application Closing Date
10th March, 2026.