Lagos Business Development Intern Trainee

Wendernek Consulting Limited - Our client is a fast-growing Nigerian-led strategic advisory firm helping local and pan-African businessesfrom ambitious startups to established SMEs, scale through smart partnerships, fundraising support, market expansion, and M&A advisory. They work across key sectors (agribusiness, fintech, logistics, healthcare, consumer goods, education tech, and renewable energy), driving Nigeria’s economy.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Intern, Business Development

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Internship
Duration: 3 - 6months (with potential to extend or convert to full-time)

Job Summary

• We’re looking for a keen, self-motivated, and curious Business Development Intern to support the CEO and gain hands-on experience in how deals get secured, clients are won, and growth strategies come to life — all while building skills that will set you apart in Nigeria’s competitive job market.

Responsibilities
Market & Client Research:

• Research Nigerian and African companies in high-growth sectors (e.g., Lagos-based fintechs, Abuja SMEs, Port Harcourt logistics firms).
• Build target lists of potential clients and partners — including startups, investors, and industry associations.

Outreach & Communication:

• Draft and schedule professional intro emails and LinkedIn messages (You will be given templates + coaching).
• Help prepare pitch decks, one-pagers, and briefing notes for client meetings.

CRM & Pipeline Tracking:

• Log and update prospect info in our CRM (HubSpot or simple Google Sheets to start — we’ll train you).
• Track which messages get replies, which industries respond fastest — and help us improve!

Meeting & Project Support:

• Schedule and prep for Zoom/Teams calls with founders, investors, and business owners across Nigeria.
• Take meeting notes, summarize key points, and help follow up on action items.

Admin & Operations Support:

• Help manage the CEO’s calendar — juggling client calls, investor meetings, and industry events.
• Organize shared folders, client materials, and internal resources for easy access.

Learning & Growth:

• Sit in on real strategy calls and pitch meetings — see how deals actually get closed in the Nigerian market.
• Get weekly feedback + mentorship from the CEO and team.

Requirements

• Currently studying (or recently graduated) in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Mass Communication, or any field - we care more about your hustle than your major.
• Passionate about how Nigerian businesses grow.
• Strong communicator: you can write clearly in English, speak confidently, and aren’t afraid to ask questions.
• Organized and proactive — you manage your time well, meet deadlines, and take ownership.
• Comfortable with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) — bonus if you’ve touched CRM tools, Canva, or LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
• If you have run a side hustle or campus business, it would be an added advantage.

Salary
N200,000 - N250,000 Monthly. (dependent on experience).

Application Closing Date
17th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.