Commercial Manager  Lagos

Bridgemead HR provides customized HR solutions to optimize workforce productivity and profitability. Our expert trainers design bespoke training programs, innovative HR strategies, and efficient payroll systems tailored to each client’s unique needs. We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Commercial Manager

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Engagement Partner: Bridgemead Advisory

Industry: Consulting Role Summary

The Commercial Manager will lead Bridgemead Advisory's commercial growth by driving new business acquisition, expanding existing client relationships, and positioning the firm as a trusted advisory partner. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing commercial strategies that increase revenue, build long-term client partnerships, and create opportunities to deliver recruitment, executive search, organizational development, leadership, and advisory solutions. This role serves as the critical link between market opportunities and sustainable business growth.

Develop and execute commercial strategies that drive sustainable revenue growth and expand Bridgemead's market presence. Identify, qualify, and acquire new clients across the firm's target industries while maintaining a healthy pipeline of commercial opportunities. Lead the entire business development process from prospecting and client engagement through proposal development, negotiation, and successful deal closure. Conduct market research to identify high-value prospects, emerging business opportunities, and potential strategic partnerships. Achieve agreed revenue, client acquisition, and commercial performance targets.

Build and maintain strong relationships with CEOs, Managing Directors, HR Directors, CFOs, COOs, and other senior business leaders. Conduct consultative discovery meetings to understand client challenges and recommend tailored recruitment and advisory solutions. Grow existing client accounts through cross-selling and upselling of Bridgemead's recruitment, executive search, leadership, and advisory services. Strengthen long-term client relationships to increase client lifetime value and repeat business while collaborating with internal teams to ensure excellent service delivery.

Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to identify growth opportunities and recommend strategic initiatives. Support the development of new service offerings, pricing strategies, and commercial approaches that balance competitiveness with profitability. Represent Bridgemead Advisory at executive forums, conferences, networking events, and industry engagements to enhance brand visibility and generate new business opportunities. Contribute to thought leadership initiatives through executive roundtables, industry reports, webinars, articles, and professional networking platforms.

Prepare compelling proposals, capability statements, commercial presentations, and client solutions that address business needs. Negotiate commercial terms and ensure seamless transition of new engagements to the service delivery team. Maintain an accurate CRM, monitor commercial pipeline performance, develop revenue forecasts, and provide regular reports on commercial activities and key performance metrics. Recommend improvements to commercial processes, systems, and client engagement practices to improve business efficiency and sales effectiveness.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Revenue growth New client acquisition Commercial pipeline value and health Number and value of deals closed Proposal conversion rate Client retention and repeat business Revenue generated through cross-selling and advisory services Strategic partnerships established Revenue forecast accuracy Market visibility and business development initiatives executed

What Success Looks Like

The successful Commercial Manager will: Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified commercial opportunities. Consistently win new business across Bridgemead's target sectors. Increase revenue through both new client acquisition and account expansion. Establish strategic referral and partnership channels. Position Bridgemead Advisory as a trusted business advisory partner for growing organisations. Strengthen long-term client relationships through integrated recruitment and advisory solutions. Make a significant contribution to the firm's commercial growth, profitability, and long-term success.

Candidate Profile

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Management, Economics, Human Resources, or a related discipline. Minimum of 5–8 years' experience in Business Development, Commercial Management, Sales, Client Relationship Management, Consulting, or a related commercial role. Demonstrated success acquiring and managing B2B clients. Experience selling professional services, HR solutions, consulting, executive search, or business advisory services will be a significant advantage.

Strong commercial and business acumen Strategic thinking and consultative selling skills Business development and executive relationship management Proposal development and commercial negotiation Financial awareness and market analysis Pipeline management and CRM proficiency Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills High level of professionalism, credibility, and executive presence

Entrepreneurial and commercially driven Results-oriented with a strong growth mindset Relationship-focused and customer-centric Self-motivated, resilient, and proactive Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving ability Comfortable engaging senior executives and decision-makers Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

15th August, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates send their CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] "Commercial Manager" as the subject of the email.