OPay is a mobile money platform operated by OPay Digital Services Limited and licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria. Launched in June 2018, the company has spread its services across all 36 states in Nigeria with over 300,000 mobile money merchants. We are more than a payment company. We believe everyone should be able to enjoy financial and social inclusi...
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Join OPay, a leading and fast-growing fintech, as we expand our footprint in the digital payments space. We have multiple openings for Key Account Business Developers with proven experience in merchant onboarding, client acquisition, retention, and relationship management within the financial services sector. In this role, you will be responsible for acquiring, managing, and growing merchant relationships, ensuring a smooth onboarding process, and achieving assigned sales targets.
Key Responsibilities
Drive client acquisition by identifying, engaging, and securing new merchants for our payment platform.
Oversee merchant onboarding, ensuring seamless integration and activation.
Develop and execute strategies for client retention and long-term relationship building.
Manage and grow assigned merchant accounts to maximize transaction volume and profitability.
Collaborate with internal teams to address merchant needs and ensure prompt resolution of issues.
Provide merchants with training and support to enhance their use of our solutions.
Monitor account performance, identify growth opportunities, and recommend targeted strategies.
Keep up to date with industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in sales, account management, or business development within a financial institution, fintech, or payment solutions company.
Proven track record in merchant acquisition, onboarding, retention, and relationship management.
Strong understanding of payment systems and merchant operations.
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