Velox Payments in Need of Business Development Officer

Velox Payments is seeking a commercially driven professional for the position of Business Development Officer (FX & Corporate Trades) as the company expands its corporate offering in Nigeria.

The role is focused on generating and growing foreign exchange (FX) and cross-border payment business among corporates, SMEs, importers and treasury teams. The successful candidate will be expected to build a strong corporate client portfolio, drive transaction volumes and develop long-term business relationships.

The vacancy is listed as a full-time, hybrid position in Lagos, with some onsite requirements. The role is targeted at mid-level professionals with at least three years of relevant experience.

Job Title

Business Development Officer (FX & Corporate Trades)

Company

Velox Payments

Location

Lagos, Nigeria

Job Type

Full-Time

Work Arrangement

Hybrid, with onsite requirements

Experience Level

Mid-Level

Experience Required

Minimum of 3 years

Working Hours

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

About the Role

Velox Payments provides international money transfer services, multi-currency wallets and cross-border payment solutions.

As the company grows its corporate business in Nigeria, the Business Development Officer will be responsible for identifying and converting businesses with recurring foreign-currency and international payment needs.

The role requires a strong understanding of Nigeria’s FX market and the ability to engage corporate decision-makers, including CFOs, treasurers, finance leads and procurement professionals.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Originating and closing FX business with corporates, SMEs, importers and treasury teams across Nigeria.
• Building and managing a pipeline of corporate clients with recurring FX and cross-border payment needs.
• Driving transaction volumes and growing the company’s FX business.
• Developing relationships with CFOs, treasurers, finance leads, procurement decision-makers and other key stakeholders.
• Identifying new business opportunities and converting prospects into active clients.
• Managing the entire sales process, from prospecting and relationship development to funded transactions and repeat business.
• Working closely with Treasury, Operations and Compliance teams to ensure effective pricing, settlement and execution of transactions.
• Maintaining strong relationships with existing clients and identifying opportunities to increase business volumes.
• Supporting the company’s growth by developing a strong corporate client book.

Requirements

Applicants should have:

• At least 3 years of experience in FX sales, corporate FX, treasury sales or cross-border payments.
• A proven track record of selling FX solutions to corporates and businesses in Nigeria.
• An existing network of corporate clients with active FX and/or cross-border payment requirements.
• Strong knowledge of the Nigerian FX market, including rates and major cross-border payment corridors.
• A strong understanding of the needs and decision-making processes of corporate finance and treasury teams.
• Strong commercial, negotiation, business development and relationship-management skills.
• The ability to independently build and grow a client portfolio from the ground up.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, self-motivated and results-oriented approach.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is particularly suited to professionals with existing relationships within Nigeria’s corporate banking, FX, treasury, payments or financial services sectors.

Candidates who already have access to a network of corporate clients requiring foreign exchange and cross-border payment services will have a strong advantage, as prior corporate FX sales experience is identified as a core requirement.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the employer’s recruitment channel and submit their CV and relevant application details.

Position: Business Development Officer (FX & Corporate Trades)
Company: Velox Payments
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: Hybrid
Experience: 3+ years
Working Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Note: The available listing does not state a salary or application deadline, so applicants should confirm those details on the employer’s application page before applying.