
Business Development Manager (Recruitment & HR Services)
Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time (Onsite)
Salary: Open (Negotiable based on experience)
Experience: 3 - 5 Years (Recruitment/HR Consulting industry experience required)
We are seeking an ambitious and results-driven Business Development Manager with proven experience in the recruitment/HR consulting industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving business growth by acquiring new clients, managing existing relationships, and promoting recruitment and HR outsourcing solutions. This role requires strong business acumen, a solid understanding of recruitment processes, and the ability to build sustainable client partnerships.
Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities for recruitment and HR services.
Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure repeat business and long-term partnerships.
Understand client recruitment needs and work closely with the recruitment team to deliver tailored solutions.
Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve revenue targets.
Prepare and deliver professional pitches, proposals, and presentations to prospective clients.
Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activities, and business opportunities.
Negotiate contracts, service-level agreements (SLAs), and pricing with clients.
Collaborate with internal teams (Recruiters, HR Consultants, etc.) to ensure excellent service delivery.
Maintain accurate sales records, pipelines, and reports to management.
Represent the company at networking events, industry conferences, and client meetings.
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Marketing, or related field.
3 - 5 years proven experience in business development within a recruitment/HR consulting firm (essential).
Strong understanding of recruitment processes, HR outsourcing, and workforce solutions.
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales or business development targets.
Strong client relationship management and networking ability.
Self-motivated, result-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM tools.
Competitive and negotiable salary (based on experience).
Attractive commission/incentive structure based on performance.
Health Insurance (HMO) coverage.
Pension contributions.
Paid annual leave, sick leave, and statutory holidays.
Professional growth opportunities within the HR consulting industry.
Dynamic and supportive work environment.
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a brief cover letter to:
https://www.mysigma.io/jobs/business-development-manager-recruitment-hr-services/
with the subject line: Application for Business Development Manager (Recruitment) Ikeja

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