Head, Products Development & Research at Phillips Outsourcing Limited

Phillips Outsourcing Limited has been in existence for over 16 years. We have a vast experience in the outsourcing business as we currently manage resources for major clients in all sectors of the Nigerian economy. In addition, our prolific manpower cuts across the 36 states in Nigeria. After successfully gaining ground in all the 36 states of the federation, we are gradually spreading our tentacles to other African Nations. We are currently registered to also do business in Ghana. Our framework is developed to fully support the businesses of our clients, ensuring continuous improvement of the outsourced services. This ultimately thrusts our clients to achieve their business objectives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Products Development & Research

Location: Victoria Island,  Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Management of product development projects that involve new solutions, product revamps and quick wins to help marketing Teams achieve business targets.
• Review product features and design to align with any new regulatory or statutory requirements which might affect the company’s products portfolio.
• Provide relevant product information to respective marketing units to help ensure that new business and profit margin targets are met.
• Monitor competition and the regulatory environment, identifying and analyzing major product changes in the industry and make recommendations accordingly.
• Coordinate product training sessions with respective product owners and required teams
• Share periodic product updates to promote product knowledge company wide.
• Ensure the timely development and execution of products and research plans.
• Identify and agree on the market research needs of the company and execute accordingly ensuring research findings are shared appropriately and with relevant parties.
• Review existing market research to capitalize on new and existing retail opportunities.
• Prepare research briefs in accordance with agreed research projects.
• Implement agreed on product-related research projects in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Develop research work plans according to project
• Act as a contact for the research team for any questions and concerns.
• Attend meetings to share new ideas and discuss issues.
• Maintain the research database
• Conduct research internally as required and share feedback with relevant stakeholders
• Share the periodic update on product development initiatives with relevant teams.

Requirements

• Minimum of a B.Sc / HND
• Advanced degree in Business would be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 8 years of work experience, with a demonstrated track record of achievement and at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• A professional qualification in Insurance would be an added advantage.
• Leading teams to create products.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft office especially PowerPoint presentations.

Application Closing Date
24th March, 2026.