Assistant Manager - Business Development, Marketing & Sales at Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI)

The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) isthe leading private sector group in Nigeria, established to promote and protect trade and industry.Founded in 1888 and incorporated in 1950, it represents the interests of the business community in Lagos and beyond, advocating for policies that support trade, industry, commerce, and agriculture.The LCCI also provides business development services, training, and information to its members.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Assistant Manager - Business Development, Marketing & Sales

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI)—Africa’s foremost and globally respected business advocacy institution—invites applications from suitably qualified and high-performing professionals for the position of Assistant Manager, Business Development, Marketing & Sales in its Business Education Services and Training (BEST) Department.
• This role presents an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, strategic, and results-driven professional with strong experience in sales, marketing, and business development to contribute to impactful training, education, and capacity-building initiatives designed to strengthen businesses and professionals across Nigeria and beyond.

Role Summary

• The Assistant Manager, Business Development, Marketing & Sales will support the development and execution of innovative sales, marketing, and business development strategies aimed at expanding the reach, visibility, and revenue of the BEST Department’s training programmes and professional development services.
• The successful candidate will play a key role in lead generation, client engagement, partnership development, sponsorship acquisition, and revenue growth, while ensuring effective promotion and delivery of training programmes.

Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:

• Develop and implement sales and marketing strategies to promote BEST training programmes and services.
• Build and maintain a robust business development database to support market penetration and targeted outreach.
• Drive the marketing of the department’s training services, certification programmes, and capacity-building initiatives.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships, and revenue streams.
• Source and secure corporate sponsorships, partnerships, and funding for training programmes and special projects.
• Plan and execute marketing campaigns, outreach initiatives, and promotional events that generate qualified leads.
• Monitor market trends, customer insights, and competitor activities to refine marketing and sales strategies.
• Coordinate collaborative initiatives with industry stakeholders, corporate organizations, and development partners.
• Support effective team collaboration and cross-functional engagement within the BEST Department.
• Prepare sales performance reports, market intelligence briefs, and strategic insights for management decision-making.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Director.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related discipline. Other disciplined with cognate experience in the core role may be accepted.
• Professional certifications in Marketing, Business Development, or Project Management (e.g., CIM, PMP) will be an added advantage.
• 6 - 8 years relevant experience in sales, marketing, and business development.
• Proven track record in revenue generation, client acquisition, and relationship management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage campaigns, analyze data, and produce high-quality reports.
• Highly creative, proactive, adaptable, and target-driven.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet ambitious performance targets.

Application Closing Date
30th March, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and a Cover Letter to: recruitment@lagoschamber.com using "Assistant Manager – Business Development, Marketing & Sales" as the subject of the email.

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Due to the urgency of filling this role, shortlisted candidates may be invited for walk-in interviews.
• Equal Employment Opportunity: The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.