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: Management Trainee, Business Development Specialist 

Locations: Abuja (FCT), Abia, Akwa Ibom , Anambra, Bayelsa, Cross River , Delta, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, Imo, Kano, Kogi, Kwara , Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Plateau and Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking ambitious, intelligent, and results-driven graduates to join our Management Trainee Programme as Business Development Specialists.
• The successful candidates will undergo structured training and practical exposure in business development, sales, client acquisition, relationship management, market research, and revenue generation.
• The role is designed to develop high-potential individuals into future business development leaders who can identify new business opportunities, acquire and retain clients, build strategic partnerships, and contribute significantly to the growth of the organization.

Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Sales:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across target markets.
• Generate leads through networking, referrals, research, cold calling, email outreach, social media, and other channels.
• Develop and maintain a healthy sales pipeline.
• Schedule and conduct meetings and presentations with prospective clients.
• Understand client needs and recommend appropriate company services.
• Prepare and deliver proposals, quotations, presentations, and business pitches.
• Follow up on prospects and convert qualified leads into paying clients.
• Negotiate commercial terms within approved company guidelines.
• Work towards and consistently achieve agreed sales and revenue targets.

Client Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Serve as a key point of contact for assigned clients.
• Understand client expectations and ensure excellent customer experience.
• Identify opportunities for client retention, upselling, and cross-selling.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, prospects, and opportunities.

Market Research & Strategy:

• Conduct research to identify potential clients, industries, competitors, and market opportunities.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging business opportunities.
• Provide market intelligence and recommendations to management.
• Assist in developing strategies for market expansion and client acquisition.

Management Trainee Responsibilities:

• Participate actively in classroom training, workshops, coaching, and practical assignments.
• Rotate through relevant business functions to gain broad organizational exposure.
• Learn and apply the company’s sales processes, products, services, policies, and procedures.
• Work closely with senior business development professionals and management.
• Take responsibility for assigned projects and deliverables.
• Demonstrate leadership potential, problem-solving ability, and commercial awareness.
• Prepare regular activity and performance reports for management.

Reporting & Performance Management:

• Maintain daily and weekly records of business development activities.
• Provide regular reports on leads generated, meetings held, proposals submitted, conversions, and revenue generated.
• Track sales performance against assigned KPIs.
• Participate in sales review meetings and performance evaluations.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in line with company policies and ethical standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Finance, Management, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience; fresh graduates with strong potential are encouraged to apply.
• Relevant professional certifications are an added advantage.

Salary
N140,000 – N150,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2026.