Knight Frank strives to connect people and property, perfectly, through creating an environment that continuously inspires our people to be exceptional within their chosen profession.
Recruiting and retaining exceptional people is a key focus of Knight Frank’s strategy. Our teams are crucial to the firm’s long-term success and, as such, we offer a wid...
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Knight Frank Nigeria is seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Business Development Officer to support the growth of our real estate advisory, property/facility management and agency services.
This role is ideal for a proactive individual with strong relationship-building skills and a passion for the property industry.
You will play a key role in originating new business, developing client relationships, and promoting Knight Frank’s market-leading services across residential, commercial, retail, industrial, and mixed-use sectors.
Key Responsibilities
Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities across Knight Frank’s service lines including sales, leasing, valuation, property management, facility management, and advisory.
Build and maintain strong relationships with property owners, investors, developers, and corporate clients.
Originate instructions and support Partners and Surveyors in executing business development strategies.
Represent Knight Frank at client meetings, site inspections, networking events, and industry functions.
Prepare and deliver proposals, presentations, and pitches to prospective clients.
Maintain accurate records of leads, client interactions, and instructions.
Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery to clients.
Person Specification
A graduate in Estate Management, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related discipline.
Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in business development/sales in real estate consultancy, banking or insurance company (professional services environment preferred).
Strong understanding of the Nigerian property market.
Proven ability to generate leads, build relationships, and close business.
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Self-motivated, target-driven, and commercially aware.
Professional, confident, and able to represent the Knight Frank brand with credibility.
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