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Head of Business Development- Oil &Gas ( Nigeria & Kenya)

eRecruiter  •  Lagos, NG (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description


Our client is a leading innovative financial aggregator in Africa. They are looking to hire a Head of Business Development (Oil & Gas) based in Nigeria & Kenya.
Job Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute business development strategies to establish the company as the leading B2B payments, FX, and treasury management provider for the Oil & Gas industry.

  • Identify and secure partnerships with Oil & Gas companies, energy traders, refineries, and service providers across key markets in Africa.

  • Understand the complex payment flows, treasury operations, and FX needs specific to the Oil & Gas value chain.

  • Design tailored solutions addressing industry-specific challenges like commodity trading settlements, contractor payments, and multi-currency treasury management

  • Build relationships with C-suite executives and finance leaders in the Oil & Gas sector

  • Negotiate contracts and service agreements that align with the unique operational requirements of Oil & Gas businesses

  • Monitor industry trends, commodity price fluctuations, and geopolitical factors affecting the financial operations of Oil & Gas companies

  • Coordinate with product and engineering teams to enhance our solutions for Oil & Gas-specific use cases

  • Represent company at industry events, conferences, and forums related to Oil & Gas and energy finance

  • Stay informed about regulatory developments affecting cross-border financial operations in the Oil & Gas industry

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Petroleum Engineering, Energy Economics, or related field;

  • 8+ years of experience in business development, with at least 3-5 years specifically working with Oil & Gas companies or energy trading firms

  • Deep understanding of Oil & Gas industry operations, payment flows, treasury challenges, and financial processes

  • Expertise in B2B payment solutions, FX management, and corporate treasury operations

  • Proven track record of establishing and growing strategic partnerships with Oil & Gas businesses

  • Strong relationships with immediately ready-to-onboard Oil & Gas companies, energy traders, or service providers in the sector

  • Experience navigating the complex regulatory environment affecting financial transactions in the Oil & Gas industry

  • Thorough knowledge of international payment systems, FX risk management, and liquidity optimization for resource-intensive businesses

  • Understanding of blockchain technology and its applications in B2B payments and trade finance (preferred)

  • Familiarity with industry-specific compliance requirements, including sanctions screening, anti-corruption laws, and cross-border transfer regulations

  • Outstanding negotiation, communication, and relationship-building abilities

  • Data-driven approach to identifying opportunities and measuring business development success
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eRecruiter Africa was born from the need to have a Pan-African recruitment consulting firm that places the client first. Our goal is to be the best recruiter in Africa, in the industries we operate.

We succeed because we dare to think differently from our competitors and ask our clients the right questions, thereby uncovering what they may not have thought of. We truly understand our markets and are passionate about it.

We have continued to develop our markets and venture into new territories. Currently, we recruit into the entire African Market. We deliver the right candidates while taking into consideration the role and organizational fit. Our clients are at the heart of our business and we always take an interest in our clients’ business – that’s why we always get it right first time. We currently have a 99% client retention rate

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Ikeja, NG
Year Founded
2012
Website
erecruiterafrica.com
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