Sales Development Representative at Verto

• We're seeking a driven Sales Development Representative for our Lagos office to accelerate our growth across Nigeria and West Africa. As an SDR, you'll identify and qualify business clients needing cross-border payment solutions, directly impacting Verto's expansion. This is a prime opportunity for sales-driven professionals passionate about fintech's potential in Africa.

Responsibilities:

• Lead Generation: Identify Nigerian/West African SMEs and corporates in import/export who would benefit from Verto's FX and payment solutions
• Outbound Outreach: Engage prospects through email, phone, LinkedIn, and local channels (WhatsApp, trade networks)
• Pipeline Development: Book qualified meetings for Account Executives with proper handoffs
• CRM Management: Maintain meticulous records of all prospect interactions
• Market Intelligence: Monitor Nigerian fintech trends, regulations (e.g., CBN policies), and competitor moves
• Collaboration: Work with marketing to tailor campaigns for the African business context

Requirements:

• 1-2 years in B2B sales/lead generation (fintech, banking, or B2B SaaS preferred)
• Strong understanding of Nigeria's business landscape (import/export, FX challenges)
• Excellent English communication (Pidgin or local languages a plus)
• CRM experience (Salesforce, HubSpot)
• Resilient, target-driven mindset comfortable with rejection
• Ability to navigate corporate and informal business networks
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or related field (optional with relevant experience)