Job Vacancy Lagos, Nigeria Position FX Sales Manager at CareerBuddy

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Are you a seasoned business developer with a track record of closing high-value deals and a passion for building high-performing sales engines?

Our client in the Fintech space is seeking an experienced and results-driven Sales Manager to take full ownership of our revenue growth and lead strategic client engagements. This is a senior-level role designed for a proven leader who can navigate complex financial ecosystems, secure partnerships with corporate giants and High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNIs), and mentor a growing team. You will be at the forefront of building the company’s presence in Nigeria and beyond, turning high-level strategy into measurable market dominance.

Ready to lead strategic growth and shape the future of cross-border payments? Apply now to join

Who are we looking for?

• You possess a Powerful Network within the Nigerian financial ecosystem and B2B environment, allowing you to open doors to corporate aggregators and HNIs.
• You are capable of developing go-to-market strategies that maximize deal flow and conversion.
• You are eager to mentor Sales Executives, set performance standards, and foster a culture of accountability and excellence.
• You are comfortable closing complex, high-stakes deals while maintaining deep, long-term client relationships.
• You are a Self-Starter who thrives in entrepreneurial environments, making data-driven decisions independently to drive measurable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities…

Strategic Business Development & Revenue

• You will identify and close high-value opportunities with corporate clients, HNIs, and aggregators to drive significant revenue growth.
• You will own and exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets, providing detailed forecasts and market intelligence to leadership.
• You will build strategic alliances and partnerships to expand market reach and represent the company’s at key industry events and networking forums.

Client Relationship Leadership

• You will serve as the primary escalation point for key accounts, ensuring top-tier service delivery and a premium customer experience.
• You will anticipate market trends and proactively engage clients with timely solutions for their cross-border payment needs.
• You will collaborate with Treasury and Compliance teams to ensure seamless execution of large-scale transactions.

Team Leadership & Coaching

• You will mentor and coach Sales Executives, helping them improve their performance, refine their sales techniques, and achieve their individual goals.
• You will collaborate with leadership to recruit and onboard new team members, building a scalable and high-performing sales engine.
• You will shape the sales function by setting performance benchmarks and fostering a results-oriented team culture.

What Success Looks Like…

• Consistently meeting or exceeding 100% of quarterly revenue targets and deal flow benchmarks.
• Successfully establishing at least 3-5 new strategic partnerships or corporate aggregator alliances within the first six months.
• Measurable improvement in the conversion rates and target attainment of the junior sales team members under your mentorship.
• Maintaining a zero-churn rate for high-value accounts through proactive relationship management and service excellence.

To be considered for this role you should have…

• 5+ years in business development or relationship management (Fintech/Banking/B2B).
• At least 2 years managing senior-level clients or high-value corporate portfolios.
• Proven experience mentoring or leading sales teams (formal or informal).
• Established connections within the Nigerian financial and B2B ecosystem.
• Exceptional negotiation, presentation, and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Deep understanding of FX market dynamics and cross-border payment solutions.

The Goodies…

• A senior role with a direct seat at the table to influence revenue strategy and company growth.
• Competitive compensation coupled with performance-based incentives that reward high achievers.
• The unique opportunity to shape and scale a sales team from the ground up as the company expands globally.
• A professional balance of office collaboration and client-facing autonomy.

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