Business Development Associate Lagos, Nigeria

Business Development Associate – North and Anglophone West Africa based in Lagos, Nigeria

Are you a strategic Individual with a passion for driving growth and innovation across emerging markets? Western Union is seeking a Business Development Associate to drive our expansion and operational excellence across North and Anglophone West Africa.

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In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring the sales activity, as well as the internal business processes for the North and Anglophone West Africa region. You will contribute to shape the future of financial services in a region undergoing rapid digital transformation. If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and thrive in a dynamic, cross-functional environment this opportunity is for you.

Role Responsibilities

• Using your keen eye for detail and accuracy, identify, escalate and follow-up on the execution for the resolution of issues related to the business processes.

• Deliver regular reports, dashboards and feedback to the Business team to support an optimal execution of the region KPIs.

• Provide the Business team with support and advice on the execution of their administrative tasks.

• Contribute to the growth of the region by identifying and developing new business opportunities.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet the region goals.

• Collect market and consumer insights to inform marketing and network development initiatives.

• Monitor market trends and communicate insights into management for strategic adjustments.

Role Requirements

• Previous experience in sales or servicing customer products or financial services is a plus.

• Organization, written and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail, analytical.

• Ability to work individually, or collaborate with others in a global, fast-paced environment, making quick decisions, and managing tight timelines.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically in Excel – knowledge of PowerBI, Salesforce, or Sharepoint is a plus.

• Fluency in English, French is a plus

• International Travel Maybe required

Benefits

You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few (https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the location-specific benefits below and note

We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation for applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws. 

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Estimated Job Posting End Date:

11-03-2025

This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.