General Manager at Universal Human Resource Consult

Job Overview

Location
Lagos, FCT
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
2 days ago

Additional Details

Job ID
153606
Job Views
24

Job Description






Role Overview




  • The General Manager will serve as the chief operating executive responsible for driving the company’s strategic vision, overseeing day-to-day business operations, managing key stakeholder relationships, and ensuring profitability and growth across all business lines.

  • The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of the Nigerian real estate market, strong leadership capability, and a track record of delivering results in a structured yet dynamic business environment.



Responsibilities




  • Define and execute the company’s short, medium, and long-term strategic objectives in alignment with the board’s vision.

  • Identify new business opportunities, emerging markets, and investment prospects within the Nigerian real estate sector.

  • Drive annual business planning, budgeting, and performance management processes.

  • Oversee all operational functions including property development, sales and leasing, facility management, and customer service.

  • Establish and enforce policies, procedures, and quality standards across all departments.

  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and take corrective action to ensure operational targets are met.

  • Coordinate project timelines, contractor relationships, and delivery milestones for active development projects.

  • Build and maintain productive relationships with government agencies including AGIS, FCDA, FCTA, and other relevant regulatory bodies.

  • Facilitate land acquisition, title documentation, regulatory approvals, and compliance processes.

  • Represent the company in industry associations, forums, and high-level business engagements.

  • Manage relationships with clients, investors, joint-venture partners, and key contractors.



Requirements




  • Bachelor’s degree in Estate Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.

  • A postgraduate degree (MBA or MSc) in a relevant discipline is strongly preferred.

  • Professional certifications such as ANIVS, NIS, PMP, or RICS will be an added advantage.

  • Minimum of 10 years’ professional experience, with at least 5 years in a senior management or general management role within the real estate sector.

  • Demonstrated experience in property development, sales, project management, and/or facility management.

  • Proven track record of managing government stakeholder relationships and navigating regulatory environments in Abuja or comparable Nigerian cities.

  • Experience managing multi-functional teams and cross-departmental operations.



Skills & Competencies:




  • Strong business acumen with the ability to translate strategy into operational outcomes.

  • Excellent leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal communication skills.

  • Deep understanding of the Abuja real estate market, land tenure system, and property regulations.

  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and real estate management software.

  • High integrity, discretion, and professional standards.



Remuneration




  • Competitive and negotiable remuneration package commensurate with experience.

  • Performance-based bonuses tied to company growth and individual KPIs.



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