At Careers Verified, we go beyond narrowly defined client’s issues, we create opportunities for our clients, candidates, colleagues, collaborators, and the community. Through a network of diversified but highly complementary line of business, we help organizations find critical talent, access cutting-edge advice and get the innovative support they require to grow in a challenging market. We partner with businesses and organizations of varying size and structure across diverse sectors, such as Oil and Gas, Engineering, Finance, Telecom, FMCG, Legal, Technology, Healthcare, Travel and Aviation etc. to enhance business performance and to optimize for growth to achieve exceptional results. What sets us apart is the depth of our capabilities, creative problem solving approach and proven track record in our practice area combined with in-depth knowledge of the realities of the industries we serve.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Officer (Interior Designs)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• We are seeking a proactive, creative, and results-driven Business Development Officer to drive sales growth, attract new clients, and expand the company’s market presence in the interior design industry.
• The successful candidate will identify business opportunities, build strong client relationships, promote interior design solutions, and convert prospective clients into paying customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in residential, commercial, hospitality, and corporate interior design markets.
• Generate leads and secure new clients through networking, referrals, cold calling, social media, and client visits.
• Promote the company’s interior design, space planning, furnishing, decoration, and renovation services.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with homeowners, real estate developers, architects, contractors, corporate organisations, and property managers.
• Prepare and present proposals, quotations, presentations, and service packages to prospective clients.
• Conduct client consultations to understand their design preferences, budgets, and project requirements.
• Collaborate with the design and project teams to develop suitable solutions for clients.
• Negotiate contracts, follow up on proposals, and close sales to achieve revenue targets.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities within the interior design industry.
• Maintain an updated sales pipeline, client database, and business development reports.
• Ensure excellent customer service and follow up with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, Interior Design, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in business development, sales, client relationship management, or a related role.
• Experience in interior design, furniture, real estate, construction, or home improvement will be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong sales and lead-generation abilities with a proven capacity to convert prospects into customers.
• Good knowledge of social media marketing and digital platforms for business promotion.
• Ability to understand client needs and communicate design solutions effectively.
• Self-motivated, target-driven, organised, and able to work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic sales reporting tools.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of qualified leads generated.
• Number of new clients acquired.
• Monthly sales revenue and contracts secured.
• Lead-to-client conversion rate.
• Achievement of assigned sales targets.
• Client satisfaction, repeat business, and referrals.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (N350,000 monthly) and performance-based commission.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• A creative and collaborative working environment.
• Exposure to exciting interior design and space transformation projects.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2026.