Position Overview

• We are seeking a highly accomplished Chief Operating Officer (COO) with a unique blend of experience across real estate, investment, finance, hospitality and digital commerce.
• This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for translating the group’s strategic vision into operational excellence, driving revenue growth, managing capital, and ensuring seamless integration across all business units.
• The ideal candidate is expected to be a seasoned executor who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the group’s aggressive business growth targets are met in strict alignment with the management directives and the corporate’s strategic vision.
• Develop and implement comprehensive operational strategies to drive new business development, sales inflow, and overall profitability across all company interests.
• Spearhead the mass adoption of the group subsidiaries Digital Products and Web Apps, coordinating cross-functional strategies to achieve the set active users targets.
• Develop and execute robust investment strategies for relevant group subsidiaries to maximize investor returns and ensure sustainable portfolio growth.
• Manage all fundraising activities and cultivate strong investor relationships to successfully syndicate capital for large-scale real estate investment projects.
• Lead rigorous due diligence processes for potential investment opportunities, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
• Develop and implement enterprise-wide risk management frameworks to protect investor capital and the company’s assets.
• Provide overarching leadership for administration, sales, marketing, and project management—ensuring excellence in budgeting, scheduling, quality control, and compliance with all regulatory and industry standards.
• Provide inspirational leadership and guidance to all operational staff, fostering a high-performance culture that optimizes efficiency and innovation.
• Continuously review, improve, and optimize existing operational policies and procedures to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and enhance productivity group-wide.
• Report directly to the top management on all aspects of operational performance, strategic progress, and key performance indicators.

Requirements

• A First Degree and/or Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, or a related field from a top-tier institution.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive senior leadership experience, with a proven track record in both operational leadership for real estate/construction and strategic management within banking/finance/REIT or e-commerce sectors.
• Professional certification is an added advantage
• Demonstrable, hands-on experience in liaising with key regulatory bodies across the mentioned industries in Nigeria.
• Must be a current resident of Lagos with an extensive professional network in the city’s business and investment circles.
• Exceptional flexibility to work extended hours, including weekends, as demanded by the role’s executive responsibilities.
• Candidates must be within the age range of 40 to 50 years.