At TalentSquare (RC 1453480), we help to find, grow and keep the remarkable assemblage of talent who are potential leaders in various fields as well as emerging specializations. We are champions of great organization culture and values, partnering with key business owners or hiring managers to help them build their organizations. Whether consulting for clients on how to build their teams, recruiting the right people, managing talents or developing programs for them, we are exceptionally focused on putting people (talent) first, and being as clear and transparent as possible to help our client’s understand how people are important to their business performance.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Operating Officer

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Financial Services

Job Overview

• The COO will provide leadership and strategic vision to the business.
• The candidate will be expected to bring operational, managerial and administrative procedures, reporting structures and operation controls to the company.
• The COO will effectively communicate and foster growth among the executive team and all employees.
• This is a vital leadership role that will drive results, spur growth and increase the overall efficiency of the organization.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide management to staff and leadership to the organization that aligns with the company’s business plan and overall strategic vision.
• Assist executive team members in creating, growing and building a world-class, industry-leading organization.
• Drive company results from both an operational and financial perspective by working closely with the CFO, CEO and other key executive team members.
• Partner with the CFO to achieve favourable financial results with respect to sales, profitability, cash flow, mergers and acquisitions, systems, reporting and controls.
• Set challenging and realistic goals for growth, performance and profitability.
• Create effective measurement tools to gauge the efficiency and effectiveness of internal and external processes.
• Provide accurate and timely reports outlining the operational condition of the company.
• Spearhead the development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes.
• Works with other c-level executives on budgeting, forecasting and resource allocation programs.
• Work closely with the senior management team to create, implement and roll-out plans for operational processes, internal infrastructures, reporting systems and company policies all designed to foster growth, profitability and efficiencies within the company.
• Motivate and encourage employees at all levels as one of the key leaders in the company including but not limited to professional staff, management-level employees and executive leadership team members.
• Forge strategic partnerships and relationships with clients, vendors, banks, investors and all other professional business relationships.
• Work with the CEO and CFO in the capital raise process, and participate in the company’s roadshows.
• Meet, interact and present information effectively to potential investors and private equity firms.
• Foster a growth-oriented, positive and encouraging environment while keeping employees and management accountable to company policies, procedures and guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or a related field from an accredited university.
• MBA from Business School Preferred
• 5-10 years of executive-level operational experience required.
• 3-5+ years as the COO or operational management level is preferred (at a fintech or financial services firm will be a huge advantage)
• Exceptional executive presence, business acumen and presentation skills.
• Budgeting and/or financial focused & a data-driven mindset.
• Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development
• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.