Senior Business Development Officer at Yimei Nigeria Limited

Posted on Mon 25th May, 2026 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

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.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Business Development Officer

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Hospitality

Job Summary

  • Yimei Nigeria Limited is seeking an experienced and result-driven Senior Business Development Specialist with a strong background in the hospitality industry.
  • The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying business opportunities, driving revenue growth, building strategic partnerships, and expanding the company’s footprint within the hospitality sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities within the hospitality industry (hotels, serviced apartments, resorts, etc.)
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with property owners, partners, and key stakeholders
  • Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and growth opportunities
  • Lead negotiations and close high-value deals, including property acquisition, leasing, or management agreements
  • Develop and implement strategic business development plans aligned with company objectives
  • Collaborate with internal teams (operations, project, finance) to ensure smooth project execution
  • Prepare business proposals, presentations, and feasibility reports
  • Track and report on business development performance, including pipeline and revenue targets
  • Represent the company at industry events, meetings, and networking platforms.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or related field (MBA is an advantage)
  • 5–8 years’ experience in business development within the hospitality industry
  • Proven track record of closing deals and achieving revenue targets
  • Strong network within the hospitality or real estate sector
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business reporting tools.

Key Competencies:

  • Business Acumen
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Relationship Management
  • Negotiation & Influencing Skills
  • Results-Oriented Mindset.
  • Leadership and Team Collaboration.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
  • Opportunity to work in a growing and dynamic organization
  • Career growth and development opportunities.

Application Closing Date
28th May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: oluwaseyi.agunbiade@yiwill.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.