Chief Operating Officer

eRecruiter Nigeria | Lagos, Nigeria

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About the Role

eRecruiter Nigeria is a premier recruitment consulting and talent acquisition firm dedicated to redefining the Nigerian recruitment industry through cutting-edge cloud-based technology and specialized practice areas. We are seeking an exceptional Chief Operating Officer (COO) to act as the central integrator between our ambitious strategy and day-to-day execution. This executive role will design scalable operating systems, establish rigorous accountability frameworks, and lead cross-functional operations to drive measurable business outcomes while decreasing reliance on founder intervention.

Key Responsibilities
  • Translate high-level strategic priorities into actionable execution plans and clear ownership structures.
  • Establish company-wide operating rhythms, reporting frameworks, and robust decision-making processes.
  • Build scalable operational systems that support rapid business growth and organizational resilience.
  • Coordinate execution across internal business units and ensure operational readiness for institutional partners and stakeholders.
  • Identify capability gaps, recruit and mentor high-performing leaders, and foster a strong culture of accountability.
  • Audit critical operational dependencies and implement standardized key performance indicators during your first 90 days.

Qualifications
  • Senior leadership experience in consulting, recruitment, financial services, technology, or high-growth organizations.
  • Demonstrated success in building, scaling, and restructuring complex operational systems.
  • Exceptional strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capabilities in dynamic environments.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage large-scale organizational transformation.
  • Systems-oriented mindset with the confidence to challenge assumptions and drive autonomous outcomes.

Benefits
  • Competitive executive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
  • Opportunity to shape the future of the talent acquisition and recruitment sector in Nigeria.
  • Direct impact on company-wide strategy, scaling initiatives, and organizational transformation.
  • Collaborative, fast-paced work environment with a talented and driven leadership team.

Skills

Operational Leadership Strategic Planning Organizational Development Cross-Functional Management Process Optimization Change Management Talent Management KPI Management
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