Business Development Officer – Hotel Leasing at Yimei Nigeria Limited

Yimei Nigeria Limited is a hospitality and hotel management company operating as part of the broader Yimei Group, an international hotel chain focused on the fast-growing African market. The company specializes in hotel development, management, and franchising, offering a range of accommodation options from budget to upscale through its various hotel brands.

Established in Nigeria in 2020, Yimei Nigeria Limited is headquartered in Ikeja, Lagos, and has rapidly expanded its footprint with multiple hotel operations across Lagos. Yimei focuses on delivering quality hospitality services by combining modern hotel management systems, customer-centric service, and strategic business expansion. The company also supports hotel owners and investors through professional management solutions, operational systems, and market-driven strategies.

Driven by a vision to become a leading hotel operator in Africa, Yimei Nigeria Limited continues to grow its presence by developing new properties and expanding partnerships within the hospitality industry.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Officer – Hotel Leasing

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Business Development Officer – Hotel Leasing to support the company’s expansion within the hospitality sector.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying and securing hotel properties for lease, building relationships with property owners, and supporting negotiations to grow the company’s hotel portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and source potential hotel properties, serviced apartments, and suitable buildings for leasing
• Conduct market research to identify viable locations and investment opportunities
• Engage and build relationships with property owners, agents, and developers
• Arrange and conduct site inspections and property evaluations
• Support lease negotiations, including terms, pricing, and agreements
• Prepare leasing proposals, feasibility reports, and presentations
• Maintain a pipeline of prospective properties and track progress
• Collaborate with internal teams (projects, operations, legal) to ensure smooth onboarding of leased properties
• Monitor market trends, rental rates, and competitor activities
• Represent the company during meetings, site visits, and networking events

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Estate Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or related field
• Minimum of 2–4 years’ experience in business development, leasing, or real estate
• Experience in hotel leasing, property acquisition, or hospitality business development is a strong advantage
• Good understanding of the Lagos real estate and hospitality market
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and meet targets
• Willingness to travel frequently for site inspections and client meetings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

Key Competencies:

• Negotiation & Persuasion
• Market Analysis
• Relationship Management
• Communication & Presentation
• Attention to Detail
• Results-Oriented Mindset.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Opportunity to be part of a growing hospitality brand
• Career development and advancement opportunities.

Application Closing Date
28th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidate should send their CV to: oluwaseyi.agunbiade@yiwill.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.