Chief Operating Officer (Experiential Marketing Agency) at TalentSquare

At TalentSquare (RC 1453480), we help to find, grow and keep the remarkable assemblage of talent who are potential leaders in various fields as well as emerging specializations. We are champions of great organization culture and values, partnering with key business owners or hiring managers to help them build their organizations. Whether consulting for clients on how to build their teams, recruiting the right people, managing talents or developing programs for them, we are exceptionally focused on putting people (talent) first, and being as clear and transparent as possible to help our client's understand how people are important to their business performance.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Operating Officer (Experiential Marketing Agency)

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Job Description
Operational Leadership:

• Lead and oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency and excellence in service delivery.
• Implement and optimize operational processes to enhance productivity and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align operations with overall business objectives.

Strategic Planning:

• Work closely with the executive team to develop and implement strategic plans for business growth.
• Provide insights and recommendations to drive operational improvements and achieve organizational goals.

Client and Project Management:

• Foster strong client relationships, understanding their needs and ensuring successful project delivery.
• Oversee project management teams, ensuring timely and high-quality execution of experiential campaigns.

Financial Management:

• Collaborate to manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Ensure financial sustainability and efficiency in resource allocation.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Mentor, lead, and inspire a high-performance team, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance the skills of the operations team.

Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate operational risks, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
• Develop contingency plans for unforeseen challenges

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a COO or in a senior operational leadership role within the experiential marketing or related industry.
• Strong understanding of experiential marketing processes and best practices.
• Demonstrated success in strategic planning, project management, and team leadership.
• Excellent financial acumen with experience in budgeting and financial analysis.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA is a plus.

Application Closing Date
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