About the Role
XEJet, a leading premium privately owned Nigerian airline offering an exclusive high-end aviation experience from Murtala Muhammed Airport (MMA2) in Lagos, is seeking an exceptional and commercially driven professional to lead our fast-growing regional and express aviation business. As the General Manager for XEJet Express, you will spearhead our strategic growth agenda, optimize commercial performance, and solidify our position as a top-tier airline servicing key Nigerian domestic routes including Abuja, Kano, and Port Harcourt.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the overall business strategy, operational execution, and commercial growth agenda for XEJet Express.
- Drive passenger revenue growth through innovative route expansion, dynamic pricing optimization, and maximization of load factors.
- Develop robust ancillary revenue streams and cultivate strategic commercial partnerships across the aviation ecosystem.
- Oversee daily operational performance, cost efficiencies, and the delivery of an exceptional customer experience.
- Manage comprehensive financial targets, capital allocation, operating budgets, and profitability metrics.
- Ensure strict adherence to Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) regulations, international safety standards, and effective stakeholder engagement.
- Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing, cross-functional team dedicated to aviation excellence.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 7 to 10 years of progressive experience within the aviation industry.
- At least 3 to 5 years serving in a senior leadership or executive capacity within an airline or aviation enterprise.
- Demonstrated expertise in airline commercial management, strategic route development, and aggressive revenue generation.
- Comprehensive understanding of low-cost and express airline operational business models.
- Deep working knowledge of NCAA regulatory frameworks and global aviation compliance standards.
- Competitive executive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employee and dependents.
- Travel privileges and airline perks.
- Opportunity to shape the future of Nigerian commercial aviation in a leadership capacity.