At Careers Verified, we go beyond narrowly defined clients’ issues; we create opportunities for our clients, candidates, colleagues, collaborators, and the community. Through a network of diversified but highly complementary lines 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 areas, combined with in-depth knowledge of the realities of the industries we serve.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for:
Title: Young Talent Program - Customer Acquisition & Business Development
Locations: Abuja (FCT), Abia, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bayelsa, Benue, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, Imo, Kaduna, Kano, Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, Rivers, Sokoto and Taraba
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description Jobsearch platform
We are seeking ambitious, energetic, and results-driven young graduates to join our Young Talent Program in Customer Acquisition and Business Development.
Successful candidates will receive practical training and hands-on experience in identifying business opportunities, acquiring new customers, building client relationships, promoting products and services, and driving revenue growth.
Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify and acquire new customers through direct marketing, prospecting, referrals, and digital channels.
Generate leads, follow up on prospects, and convert opportunities into successful sales.
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
Promote the organisation’s products and services to targeted customer segments.
Conduct market research to identify customer needs, business opportunities, and competitor activities.
Support the development and implementation of customer acquisition and business growth strategies.
Prepare sales reports, maintain accurate customer records, and monitor performance against targets.
Participate in sales campaigns, client meetings, presentations, and business development initiatives.
Work collaboratively with team members to achieve departmental objectives and revenue targets.
Demonstrate professionalism, excellent customer service, and a strong commitment to continuous learning.
RequirementsA Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Banking and Finance, Mass Communication, or a related discipline.
Fresh graduates and candidates with limited work experience are encouraged to apply.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Strong interest in sales, marketing, customer engagement, and business development.
Good negotiation, persuasion, and problem-solving abilities.
A proactive, confident, and target-driven attitude.
Willingness to learn, work in a performance-driven environment, and take on new challenges.
Basic computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Ideal Candidate Profile:The ideal candidate is a motivated young professional with a passion for engaging people, identifying opportunities, building relationships, and achieving measurable results.
Candidates should demonstrate initiative, adaptability, resilience, and a strong desire to build a successful career in sales and business development.
What We Offer
Structured training and professional development.
Hands-on experience in customer acquisition and business development.
Career growth and advancement opportunities.
Exposure to real-world sales strategies and client relationship management.
A performance-driven environment with opportunities to earn incentives, where applicable.
Application Closing Date31st December, 2026.
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