Senior Business Development Officer

Yimei Nigeria Limited is a hospitality and hotel management company operating as part of the broader Yimei Group, an international hotel chain focused on the fast-growing African market.

The company specializes in hotel development, management, and franchising, offering a range of accommodation options from budget to upscale through its various hotel brands. Established in Nigeria in 2020, Yimei Nigeria Limited is headquartered in Ikeja, Lagos, and has rapidly expanded its footprint with multiple hotel operations across Lagos.

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Hospitality

Job Summary

• The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying business opportunities, driving revenue growth, building strategic partnerships, and expanding the company’s footprint within the hospitality sector.
• Yimei Nigeria Limited is seeking an experienced and result-driven Senior Business Development Specialist with a strong background in the hospitality industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations and close high-value deals, including property acquisition, leasing, or management agreements
• Prepare business proposals, presentations, and feasibility reports
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and growth opportunities
• Track and report on business development performance, including pipeline and revenue targets
• Develop and implement strategic business development plans aligned with company objectives
• Build and maintain strong relationships with property owners, partners, and key stakeholders
• Represent the company at industry events, meetings, and networking platforms.
• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities within the hospitality industry (hotels, serviced apartments, resorts, etc.)
• Collaborate with internal teams (operations, project, finance) to ensure smooth project execution

Requirements

• Strong network within the hospitality or real estate sector
• Proven track record of closing deals and achieving revenue targets
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business reporting tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• 5–8 years’ experience in business development within the hospitality industry
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or related field (MBA is an advantage)
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills

Key Competencies:

• Relationship Management
• Results-Oriented Mindset.
• Negotiation & Influencing Skills
• Leadership and Team Collaboration.
• Strategic Thinking
• Business Acumen

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work in a growing and dynamic organization