Careers Verified Limited Management Trainee Program (Direct Sales Specialists)

At Careers Verified, we go beyond narrowly defined clients’ issues; we create opportunities for our clients, candidates, colleagues, collaborators, and the community. Through a network of diversified but highly complementary lines of business, we help organizations find critical talent, access cutting-edge advice, and get the innovative support they require to grow in a challenging market. We partner with businesses and organizations of varying size and structure across diverse sectors, such as Oil and Gas, Engineering, Finance, Telecom, FMCG, Legal, Technology, Healthcare, Travel and Aviation, etc., to enhance business performance and to optimize for growth to achieve exceptional results. What sets us apart is the depth of our capabilities, creative problem-solving approach, and proven track record in our practice area, combined with in-depth knowledge of the realities of the industries we serve.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for:

Job Title: Management Trainee Program (Direct Sales Specialist)

Location: Lagos Island, Lekki, Ikoyi, Victoria Island, and Ibeju Lekki - Lagos 
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Program

• Our Management Trainee Program is designed for ambitious, result-oriented graduates who aspire to build a successful career in sales, business development, and retail banking.
• The program provides structured training, hands-on experience, mentorship, and career development opportunities to prepare participants for leadership roles within the organization.
• Successful candidates will be trained and deployed as Direct Sales Specialists, responsible for acquiring customers, promoting financial products, and driving business growth across designated locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect and acquire new customers through direct marketing and field sales activities.
• Promote and sell the organization's financial products and services.
• Generate leads through referrals, networking, and customer engagement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.
• Achieve assigned sales, revenue, and customer acquisition targets.
• Conduct market surveys to identify new business opportunities.
• Educate customers on available products and recommend suitable financial solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, banking regulations, and ethical sales practices.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly sales performance reports.
• Participate in continuous learning, coaching sessions, and management development programs.

Program Benefits

• Comprehensive onboarding and structured training.
• Hands-on experience in sales and customer relationship management.
• Professional coaching and mentorship from experienced managers.
• Career progression into supervisory and management roles.
• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work with one of Nigeria's leading financial institutions.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (minimum of Second Class Lower) or HND (minimum of Lower Credit) in any discipline.
• NYSC discharge or exemption certificate is mandatory.
• 0–2 years of work experience (sales experience is an added advantage).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Customer-focused with excellent relationship management abilities.
• Goal-oriented, resilient, and self-motivated.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Required Competencies:

• Sales and Business Development
• Customer Relationship Management
• Negotiation and Persuasion
• Communication and Presentation Skills
• Time Management
• Emotional Intelligence
• Adaptability and Learning Agility
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Results Orientation.

Application Closing Date
24th August, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online