About the Role
Proten International is a leading Human Capital Development and business advisory firm with head offices in London and Lagos. We empower organizations across Europe and Africa through innovative training, coaching, and consulting services. We are currently seeking an experienced Group Head of Marketing & Communications to lead our overarching marketing strategy, enhance brand visibility, drive customer acquisition, and strengthen our corporate reputation across our operating regions.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and implement comprehensive marketing and communications strategies, annual plans, budgets, and performance targets aligned with business goals.
- Establish consistent brand standards across all corporate materials, digital platforms, campaigns, and customer touchpoints.
- Design and execute integrated marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness and generate qualified leads.
- Collaborate closely with commercial and sales teams to support account-based marketing, tender proposals, and customer engagement.
- Oversee digital marketing operations, including website content, SEO, social media, email marketing, and performance analytics.
- Manage public relations, media engagement, executive communications, thought leadership, and stakeholder relations.
- Conduct thorough market research, competitor analysis, and customer insight studies to guide strategic decision-making.
- Manage marketing budgets, creative agencies, media partners, and supplier contracts to ensure high ROI and operational efficiency.
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, or a related discipline; postgraduate qualifications or relevant certifications are an advantage.
- Minimum of 16 years of progressive experience in marketing, brand management, or corporate communications, with substantial senior leadership tenure.
- Demonstrated track record of delivering measurable commercial outcomes, brand growth, and successful lead generation campaigns.
- Strong expertise in digital marketing, public relations, crisis communication, and stakeholder management at an executive level.
- Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, analytical, and presentation skills.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Opportunities for professional growth within a multinational organization.
- Dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive international work culture.