Business Development Officer (Telecoms)
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ResumeSurge Consulting is recruiting a full-time Business Development Officer (Telecoms) in Lagos. The role involves prospecting and acquiring new clients, developing business opportunities in the telecoms sector, maintaining client relationships, and supporting commercial proposals and bids. The ideal candidate is proactive, results-driven, and experienced in telecommunications.
- Full-time Business Development Officer role based in Lagos within the telecommunications industry.
- Focus on cold calling, outreach, and acquiring new telecoms clients to grow revenue.
- Track telecom tenders, tower maintenance, deployment, optimization, and field services opportunities.
- Reports to the Business Development Manager / Head of Business Development.
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Job Title: Business Development Officer (Telecoms)
Industry: Telecommunications
Business Development Officer (Telecoms) at ResumeSurge Consulting
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Sep 21, 2026, 12:20 PM
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ResumeSurge Consulting - We connect ambitious businesses with exceptional talent. We are a forward-thinking recruitment consultancy dedicated to helping companies find the right people to drive their success — and helping skilled professionals find the right opportunities to advance their careers.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Business Development Manager / Head of Business Development
Job Summary
The successful candidate will be responsible for prospecting and acquiring new clients, developing business opportunities within the telecoms sector, maintaining existing client relationships, and supporting the preparation of commercial proposals and bids.
We are seeking a proactive and results-drivenBusiness Development Officerwith
Experience
in the telecommunications industry to identify new business opportunities, develop client relationships, and support the company's revenue growth.
in lead generation, client acquisition, relationship management, and business development.
Bachelor's degree/HND inBusiness Administration, Marketing, Telecommunications, Engineering, or a related field.
working with telecom operators, tower companies, infrastructure providers, contractors, or related industry stakeholders is an added advantage.
Strong negotiation, presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to develop and manage a sales/business development pipeline.
Key Competencies:
Telecoms Industry Knowledge
Negotiation & Presentation
Pipeline Management
Reporting & Documentation
Lead Generation & Prospecting
Market Research
Tender & Proposal Management
Commercial Awareness
Client Relationship Management
Target-Oriented Mindset.
Business Development & Sales
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Application
Deadline:
21st October, 2026.
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Key Responsibilities
- Business Development & Client Acquisition:
- Conduct cold calls, outreach, meetings, presentations, and follow-ups with prospective clients.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the telecommunications sector.
- Research potential clients, partners, contractors, and business opportunities.
- Develop strategies to expand the company's customer base and revenue.
- Convert qualified prospects into new business opportunities and clients.
- Develop and maintain a healthy pipeline of prospective clients.
- Telecoms Market & Opportunity Development:
- Monitor developments, projects, tenders, and emerging opportunities within the telecommunications industry.
- Identify opportunities related to telecom infrastructure, tower maintenance, deployment, optimization, field services, and other relevant solutions offered by the company.
- Gather market intelligence to support business development strategies.
- Track competitor activities, market trends, and customer needs.
- Client & Stakeholder Management:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
- Follow up on proposals, quotations, tenders, and ongoing business discussions.
- Understand client
Requirements
- and coordinate internally to develop appropriate solutions.
- Act as a key point of contact for assigned clients and ensure timely communication.
- Maintain accurate records of client interactions, opportunities, and business development activities.
- Proposals, Tenders & Commercial Support:
- Identify relevant Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and tender opportunities.
- Follow up on submitted proposals and provide regular updates on their status.
- Support the preparation and submission of commercial proposals, quotations, and tender documents.
- Participate in client presentations, negotiations, and commercial discussions.
- Work with technical and operational teams to ensure proposals accurately reflect the company's capabilities.
- Reporting & Performance Tracking:
- Maintain an updated business development and sales pipeline.
- Prepare weekly and monthly business development reports.
- Track leads, prospects, proposals, conversion rates, and revenue opportunities.
- Provide management with updates on market opportunities, client feedback, and potential risks.
- Achieve agreed business development and revenue targets.
- Ability to work independently, meet targets, and manage multiple business opportunities simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and CRM or sales-tracking tools.
- Existing knowledge of the Nigerian telecoms market is an advantage.
- 2–5 years of experiencein business development, sales, or commercial roles within the telecommunications industry.
- Proven