Head of Business
Job Description
A firm is looking to hire a Head of Business to drive commercial growth, revenue generation and new client acquisition.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive commercial growth, revenue generation and new client acquisition
- Manage key client relationships and account growth
- Identify new business opportunities and build the business development pipeline
- Lead business pitches, strategic planning and commercial negotiations
- Provide brand and strategic advisory
- Develop and execute business growth strategies
- Build strategic partnerships and support client retention
- Lead and develop the business team
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Advertising, Management or related field
- MBA or relevant professional qualification is an advantage
- 7–10 years’ progressive experience in business development, client service, account management, marketing, advertising, branding, media or related agency environment
- At least 3 years’ leadership or senior management experience
- Proven track record of revenue generation and new client acquisition
- Strong understanding of the Nigerian advertising, branding, marketing and communications landscape
- Experience managing major clients and commercial negotiations
- Excellent presentation, communication, negotiation and relationship-management skills
- Strong commercial and financial acumen
- Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven agency environment
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to hr@ess.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
