Operations Manager / Business Development Lead

Job Title: Operations Manager / Business Development Lead

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: Attractive

Job Summary

Our client, a growing real estate-focused organization, is seeking a highly driven Operations Manager / Business Development Lead to improve operational efficiency while identifying and executing new business growth opportunities. The role combines operational oversight with strategic business development to drive profitability, market expansion, and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Improve business functionality in line with core business objectives.
• Plan and manage projects, contributing to product and service innovation.
• Track and control operational costs to maintain healthy profit margins.
• Implement improved operational procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Analyze operational data and monitor product and inventory performance.
• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business opportunities in the real estate market (residential, commercial, and mixed-use).
• Conduct market research, feasibility studies, and competitor analysis.
• Develop and implement business plans to increase market share and revenue.
• Prepare proposals, investment pitches, and presentations for clients and investors.
• Monitor performance of business initiatives and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to align branding with strategic goals.
• Identify partnership, joint venture, and investment opportunities.
• Track regulatory and industry developments impacting business strategy.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and operational processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Real Estate Management, Economics, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in business development, strategy, real estate, or operations management.
• Strong knowledge of project management and strategic planning.
• Proven leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and cost control.
• High emotional intelligence and problem-solving ability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and business/market research tools.
• Ability to think strategically, analytically, and creatively.