Credit Direct Limited is a non-bank finance company with its Head-Quarters in Lagos, Nigeria. The company was established in 2006 and is focused on providing Payroll based consumer loans to eligible individuals.
The Company currently operates in 25 states in Nigeria including the Federal Capital Territory- Abuja. With a staff strength of over 1000 employees and an active customer base in excess of 300,000, Credit Direct Limited is positioning itself to become the dominant market leader in the unsecured micro-lending (payroll lending) space in Nigeria and indeed Sub-Saharan Africa.We are seeking dedicated and results-driven Sales Officers to join our team. As a Sales Officer in the State Business unit, you will be responsible for promoting and selling our loan products designed specifically for State employees. Key locations are: Ogun, Enugu, Anambra, Delta, Zamfara, Adamawa and Kano.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify and engage potential customers within the State government workforce to introduce and offer our loan products.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with government employees, understanding their financial requirements and presenting appropriate solutions.
Meet and exceed sales targets by actively pursuing sales opportunities and effectively managing client relationships.
Provide exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the loan process.
Collaborate with the sales team and management to develop strategies for expanding our reach within the Public Sector and achieving revenue goals.
Stay informed about industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
Job Requirement
Proven track record of success in sales, preferably within the financial services industry.
Familiarity with the State Sector and the financial needs of government employees is advantageous.
Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Motivated by targets and committed to delivering results.
Willingness to travel within assigned locations as necessary.
Fluency in local languages spoken in the respective regions is a plus.
Person Specification
Results-orientated and pragmatic with exceptional quantitative and analytical ability and attention to detail
Driven, independent thinker and leader who can juggle multiple projects simultaneously with fast-changing priorities
High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency.
A focus on execution. Willing and able to get hands dirty.
Flexibility to roll up your sleeves and attack problems and projects as they arise, where you will need to set out a clear structure, method and outcomes yourself
Ability to create effective working partnerships with senior leaders, challenge the thinking of others in respectful and thoughtful ways, influence upwards.
Big picture thinker, a “never settle’ mindset.