Business Development Manager

About the Role

Synapse Services, a leading Center for Psychological Medicine in Nigeria, is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager to expand our reach and impact. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in growing our client base, fostering vital community partnerships, and promoting our first-class psychological, psychiatric, and addiction treatment programs across the nation.

• Identify and develop new business opportunities, emerging markets, and growth areas within the behavioral healthcare sector.
• Build and nurture strategic partnerships with community stakeholders, psychiatrists, government agencies, and the organized private sector.
• Formulate comprehensive yearly business development plans and sales strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Conduct thorough market research and analyze competitor activities to ensure organizational competitiveness locally and nationally.
• Draft compelling business proposals, commercial bids, and review contracts while overseeing marketing initiatives and literature.
• Manage relationships with existing clients to maximize retention, increase satisfaction, and drive loyalty.
• Lead presentations, network actively to enhance brand visibility, and guide the sales team toward achieving set targets.
• Prepare accurate weekly and monthly performance reports and maintain updated business logs.

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master's degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years of proven professional experience in a business development or sales-driven capacity.
• Prior experience or deep working knowledge of the behavioral health or healthcare sector in Nigeria is highly desirable.
• Exceptional relationship management, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong market knowledge, critical thinking, and advanced problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated proficiency in content development, proposal writing, and impactful presentations.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills with a strong target-driven work ethic.

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and performance.
• Opportunities for professional development within a pioneering psychiatric healthcare institution.
• A supportive, collaborative, and purpose-driven work environment dedicated to making a lasting difference in mental health.

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