Business Development Executive at Kaplo Africa

Kaplo is Africa's most innovative Human Resource & Business Support Solutions provider, serving clients with cutting-edge business advisory and human capital solutions across diverse sectors of the African economy.

At Kaplo, we have proven expertise in business advisory and human resource capabilities targeted at productivity, profitability, sustainability, transformation and overall growth of your business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Executive

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly motivated, ambitious, and results-driven Business Development Executive to drive business growth by identifying new opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and acquiring new clients.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for generating leads, closing business deals, maintaining strong client relationships, and contributing significantly to the organization’s revenue and market expansion.
• This role is ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a target-driven environment, possesses excellent communication and negotiation skills, and has a passion for building lasting business relationships.
• The successful candidate must be self-motivated, commercially aware, and capable of turning opportunities into profitable business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and pursue new business opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Generate qualified leads through networking, referrals, cold calling, digital platforms, and market research.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, government agencies, and strategic partners.
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, and business negotiations to secure new contracts and partnerships.
• Prepare compelling business proposals, quotations, and presentations tailored to clients’ needs.
• Develop and implement business development strategies to achieve monthly and annual revenue targets.
• Maintain a healthy sales pipeline and provide accurate sales forecasts to management.
• Conduct market intelligence and competitor analysis to identify emerging opportunities and industry trends.
• Collaborate with the marketing and operations teams to ensure seamless delivery of client expectations.
• Attend networking events, exhibitions, conferences, and other business engagements to represent the organization.
• Prepare weekly and monthly business development reports detailing activities, opportunities, conversions, and revenue generated.
• Ensure excellent customer service and maintain long-term relationships with existing clients.
• Meet and exceed assigned KPIs and performance targets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Mass Communication, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in business development, corporate sales, key account management, or a similar role.
• Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales and revenue targets.
• Strong understanding of business development strategies, sales processes, and client relationship management.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and persuasive communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform effectively under pressure.
• Experience in the hospitality, service, or corporate sales industry is an added advantage.

Why Join Us?

• Salary: N300,000 - N400,000 Monthly.
• This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organization where innovation, performance, and excellence are recognized and rewarded.
• You will have the opportunity to build meaningful business relationships, contribute to organizational growth, and develop your career in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Application Closing Date
8th July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: kaploafrica@gmail.com using “Business Development Executive – Abuja" as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.