Director of Business Development Job at ABAX Corporate Services Limited

ABAX is an international provider of integrated advisory, corporate and business services for private equity funds, multinational corporations, entrepreneurs and high-net worth individuals doing business in Africa, Asia and the Middle East. We are recruiting to fill the position below:     Job Title: Director of Business Development Location: Abuja General Description

• The successful candidate will work with relevant directors and will be expected to fully understand the services offered by each of the jurisdictions in which we operate; particularly corporate services and funds services.
• He/ She will play a central role in the origination of valuable new business opportunities in line with the relevant business strategies.
• You will manage relationships with high quality, long-term and profitable clients in a manner that is consistent with the objectives, values and policies of the business, whilst remaining compliant with external regulatory requirements.
• This role will involve providing both strategic and day-to-day practical business development initiatives.

• Highly computer literate (with knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and spoken English and French.
• Knowledge and familiarity with a network of relevant industry stakeholders in the AMEA region would be an advantage.
• Thorough knowledge of other jurisdictions, competitors and market place.
• Awareness different African cultures and social conventions.
• Understanding of the global business.
• Excellent research, analysis and report writing skills.

• Holder of a 1st degree or any relevant professional qualification, preferably in marketing, business or law.

• Strong digital marketing/social media experience.
• Experience of working with CRM (Client Relationship Management) systems.
• At least five years business development experience in business to business services, preferably with a minimum of two years in a fiduciary environment.
• Proven experience of working with Directors/senior management in the development of client relationships.