• Application Deadline:
• Position: Business Operations Lead


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 3 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
  

• This role requires a strong background in business operations, project management, and financial & strategic planning.


• The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who can quickly evaluate complex situations, develop innovative solutions, and effectively communicate and implement change across various teams and departments.


• If you are a detail-oriented, analytical thinker with exceptional organisational and communication skills, and have a passion for driving business success through operational excellence, we would love to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Banks and Regulator Partnerships: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with banks and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance, collaboration, and the smooth operation of our business.


• Day-to-Day Business Operations: Oversee the day-to-day operational activities of the company, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and adherence to established processes and procedures.


• Financial Planning and Strategy: Work closely with the executive team to develop and implement financial strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.


• Revenue Assurance and Ops: Take ownership of revenue assurance processes, implementing measures to safeguard revenue streams and improve operational efficiency.


• Project Management: Lead and coordinate various projects across departments, ensuring timely and successful project delivery.


• Financial Analysis for Product Services: Conduct financial analysis of product services, assessing transaction costs, revenue streams, and profitability.


• Treasury Management: Manage and optimise the company's treasury function, including cash flow management, risk assessment, and investment strategies.

REQUIREMENTS

You're highly likely to thrive in this role if you:

• Have a minimum of 3+ years of experience in business operations especially working in the fintech industry, demonstrating a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within this sector.


• Possess a strong background in finance, with the ability to analyse financial data, create financial models, and contribute to strategic financial decision-making.


• Have proven experience in overseeing day-to-day business operations with a focus on efficiency, scalability, and process improvement.


• Have a track record of driving operational excellence and process improvement initiatives.


• Have mastered the ability to think strategically and contribute to the development and execution of business strategies.


• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies.


• Have analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing operational challenges.


• Exhibit proven leadership experience, with the ability to inspire and lead cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.

NICE TO HAVES:

• Master's in Business Administration.


• Experience working with project management tools such as Trello, Jira, Asana etc.


• Previous working experience at fast-growing startups.


• Experience working in companies with an API-based infrastructure.