Chief Operating Officer

1 week ago

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria DynamicPlus Advisory Full time

Job Purpose

  • The Chief Operating Officer COO will be a key executive leader responsible for driving the growth and operational excellence in Nigeria and across the African continent.
  • The ideal candidate will have a strong finance background, possess an MBA, or equivalent qualification, and bring expertise in stakeholder management, process optimization, and internal structural development.
  • Experience with audit, particularly in large firm context like Deloitte, PwC, EY or similar, will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Growth: Collaborate with the executive team to develop and execute growth strategies and expansion plans in Nigeria and across Africa.
  • Operational Excellence: Oversee and optimize the firm's day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and high-performance standards.
  • Financial Leadership: Provide financial acumen and leadership to drive profitability, manage budgets and make data-driven decisions.
  • Stakeholder Management: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, clients, partners, and regulatory bodies.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline internal processes, enhance productivity, and drive innovation within the organization.
  • Structural Development: Work on the development and implementation of organizational structures, policies, and procedures to support long-term growth and sustainability.
  • Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and professional development.
  • Audit and Compliance: Ensure adherence to industry-specific regulations, internal policies and best practices, drawing on audit expertise where applicable.
  • Data Analysis: Utilize data-driven insights to make informed decisions, track performance metrics and identify areas for improvement.

Qualification

  • MBA or equivalent advanced degree in business, finance, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in a senior leadership role, preferably in the advisory, consulting, or financial services sector.
  • Strong financial background with the ability to manage budgets, analyze financial data and drive financial strategies.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with a track record of building and maintaining relationships.
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
  • Experience with process optimization and improving operational efficiency.
  • Knowledge of audit practices, especially in a large firm context is a significant plus.
  • Previous experience working with or for major firms like Deloitte, PwC, EY, or similar is advantageous.

Reporting Relationships:

  • Functionally and administratively reports to MD.

Working Relationships:

  • Internal & External
  • Executive Management, all staff
  • Existing and prospective clients, key stakeholders, Organizations, Professional bodies, Partners, etc.

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