Deputy Manager, Research and Development at Centre for Research in Enterprise and Action in Management (CREM)

CREM Consulting is a world-class organization with a clinical focus on: Research & Development, Learning & Development, Consulting, Entrepreneurship Solutions, Outsourcing and Recruitment. We deliver these services in Nigeria and across West Africa, and equip Organizations' Human Resources with skills, competencies, and performance-improving capacities.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Deputy Manager, Research and Development

Location: Isolo, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Are you the strategic thinker who sees patterns where others see noise? Do you have a passion for shaping impactful ideas backed by solid research and creative insight?
• At CREM Nigeria, we don't just consultt,we solve, shape, and shift. We're looking for a Deputy Manager, R&D to join our dynamic team of change-makers, innovators, and problem-solvers.

Job Description

• Drive market research initiatives to uncover insights that inform high-level decisions
• Develop compelling concept notes and research articles that influence and inspire
• Lead the design and execution of consulting projects with project management finesse
• Collaborate with business development teams to craft winning proposals and strategies
• Build powerful presentations that tell stories, not just show slides
• Analyse and visualize data using MS Excel, PowerPoint, and graphics tools
• Contribute to the firm’s thought leadership through articles and reports
• Assist in budget planning and resource forecasting for research projects.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field (Master’s degree or professional certification is an added advantage)
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in research, consulting, or strategic development roles
• Strong background in consulting, research, and strategy development
• Proven ability in data analytics and interpreting market trends
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with an edge in Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent writing and communication skills for reports, proposals, and client briefs
• A knack for visual storytelling and basic graphic design tools (Canva, Adobe, etc.)
• Creative thinking with the ability to develop new concepts and turn them into action
• Detail-oriented with project management experience
• Have experience authoring or co-authoring research publications
• Are comfortable engaging clients and contributing to business development
• Bring a fresh, innovative mindset to consulting challenges.

Salary
N300,000 - N400,000 per month. 

Why Join Us?

• At CREM Nigeria, every insight you uncover, idea you build, or proposal you help shape becomes part of something bigger helping clients navigate uncertainty and unlock opportunities.

Application Closing Date
28th July, 2025. 

How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their resume and a brief cover letter to werecruit@cremnigeria.org, using “Deputy Manager, Research & Development" as the subject of the email.