Business Development Officer – Franchise Development 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.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Officer – Franchise Development

Location: Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Business Development Officer to lead our franchise expansion efforts.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying franchise opportunities, attracting potential franchise partners, and supporting the overall growth of the company through strategic franchise development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new franchise opportunities to expand the company’s footprint
• Research and evaluate potential markets for franchise growth
• Source, engage, and manage relationships with prospective franchisees
• Present franchise proposals and negotiate agreements with partners
• Coordinate the onboarding process for new franchisees, including documentation and compliance
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth franchise setup and operations
• Monitor franchise performance and provide support to ensure business success
• Develop and implement strategies to meet franchise sales and expansion targets
• Maintain accurate records of leads, prospects, and signed agreements
• Represent the company at business events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related fields
• 1-3 years experience in business development of franchise management
• Strong understanding of franchise business models and operations
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to meet and exceed targets
• Strong analytical and market research skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools.

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of new franchisees onboarded
• Revenue generated from franchise sales
• Market expansion growth rate
• Franchisee satisfaction and retention rate.

Key Skills:

• Business Development & Sales
• Franchise Development Strategy
• Market Research & Analysis
• Negotiation & Closing Deals
• Relationship Management
• Strategic Thinking.

What We Offer

• Salary – 100,000 plus 50,000 KPI + High Commision
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.

Application Closing Date
8th May, 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.