Business Development Officer at 1159 Realty

1159 Realty is a leading real estate business focused on young investors. We have a mission to bridge the gap between the capital intensiveness of the real estate industry and young investors who have been sidelined due to a lack of capital.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Officer

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Summary

• The Business Development Officer will be responsible for driving revenue growth for 1159 Realty through client acquisition, strategic partnerships, and property sales.
• The role focuses on identifying new business opportunities, converting leads, and expanding the company’s market presence in the real estate sector.

Key Responsibilities
Sales & Client Acquisition:

• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities in real estate (land, housing, investment properties)
• Generate and convert leads through networking, referrals, digital marketing, and events
• Conduct property presentations and client site inspections
• Close deals and meet monthly/quarterly sales targets

Business Growth & Partnerships:

• Build relationships with investors, brokers, and corporate clients
• Develop partnerships with agents, influencers, and strategic stakeholders
• Explore new markets and investment opportunities for company expansion

Market Research & Strategy:

• Monitor real estate trends, pricing, and competitor activity
• Provide feedback to management on customer needs and market demand
• Support development of sales strategies and promotional campaigns

Client Relationship Management:

• Maintain strong relationships with clients before, during, and after sales
• Handle client inquiries, objections, and negotiations professionally
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and repeat business

Reporting & Administration:

• Maintain accurate records of leads, conversions, and sales activities
• Submit weekly/monthly performance reports
• Update CRM systems regularly

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs

• Monthly/quarterly sales target achievement
• Number of qualified leads generated
• Conversion rate from leads to closed deals
• Number of active partnerships secured
• Client retention and referral rate

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Estate Management, or related field
• Proven experience in sales or business development (real estate experience is a strong advantage)
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and meet aggressive targets
• Familiarity with Lagos real estate market is an advantage
• Tech-savvy and comfortable using CRM tools and social media for lead generation

Core Competencies:

• Results-driven and target-oriented
• Strong networking ability
• Persuasion and closing skills
• Professionalism and integrity
• Resilience and persistence.

Application Closing Date
21st April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: 1159realtyhr@gmail.com using the job title as the subject of the email.