Strategy Officer

Industry: Real Estate & Property Development

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department: Strategy & Operations

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Executive Management

Salary: ₦500,000 Monthly

Experience: Minimum of 5 Years

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly analytical Strategy Officer to drive business strategy, operational excellence, and organizational growth within a leading real estate and property development company.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in translating corporate strategy into measurable business outcomes by developing scalable operational frameworks, improving business processes, optimizing organizational performance, and driving enterprise-wide transformation initiatives.

Working closely with executive leadership, the Strategy Officer will enhance operational efficiency, strengthen governance and compliance, support digital transformation, and contribute to the company's long-term growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Business Transformation

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives aligned with the organization's long-term business objectives.
• Translate executive strategies into actionable operational plans and measurable performance targets.
• Identify business growth opportunities and recommend initiatives that improve profitability, operational efficiency, and competitive advantage.
• Lead enterprise-wide transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Operational Excellence

• Design, implement, document, and continuously improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across all business functions.
• Develop scalable operational frameworks that support organizational growth.
• Identify operational gaps and implement sustainable solutions to improve productivity and service delivery.
• Drive continuous process improvement initiatives across departments.

Financial & Business Performance

• Collaborate with the Finance team to develop annual budgets, forecasts, and operational plans.
• Monitor financial and operational performance through key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Implement cost optimization initiatives without compromising quality or service delivery.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving portfolio performance and maximizing Net Operating Income (NOI).

Technology & Digital Transformation

• Evaluate, implement, and optimize Property Management Systems (PMS), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions, and Business Intelligence (BI) tools.
• Promote automation across business operations.
• Develop management reporting dashboards that support data-driven decision-making.
• Champion digital transformation initiatives across the organization.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable real estate regulations, corporate governance standards, and internal policies.
• Develop compliance frameworks and coordinate periodic operational audits.
• Monitor adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards.
• Strengthen internal controls and operational risk management processes.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Serve as the operational liaison between executive management, investors, regulatory authorities, clients, and internal departments.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with consultants, contractors, vendors, and service providers.
• Negotiate favourable commercial terms while maintaining service quality and operational excellence.

Leadership & Performance Management

• Lead cross-functional teams in delivering strategic business initiatives.
• Establish departmental KPIs and monitor organizational performance.
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members while fostering accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Resolve complex operational challenges and support organizational change management initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Real Estate Management, Economics, Finance, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Strategy, Corporate Planning, Operations Management, Business Transformation, Asset Management, or Management Consulting.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing operational strategies that drive organizational growth.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, financial planning, operational risk management, and performance management.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and business improvement initiatives.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems, CRM platforms, Microsoft Office Suite, and business analytics tools.
• Excellent analytical, project management, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Outstanding written, verbal, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree (MBA or equivalent) in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Operations Management, Project Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma, RICS, IFMA, or equivalent.
• Experience managing multiple real estate developments or mixed-use property portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards.
• Experience implementing digital transformation, automation, or business intelligence initiatives.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Business Analysis
• Corporate Planning
• Financial Analysis
• Operational Excellence
• Business Process Improvement
• Change Management
• Leadership & Team Development
• Stakeholder Management
• Vendor & Contract Negotiation
• Risk Management
• Compliance Management
• Project Management
• Data Analytics
• Decision-Making
• Problem Solving
• Communication & Presentation Skills

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Performance will be evaluated based on:

• Successful delivery of strategic business initiatives.
• Improvement in operational efficiency and productivity.
• Cost optimization and resource utilization.
• Revenue and portfolio performance improvements.
• Successful implementation of SOPs and operational frameworks.
• Compliance audit outcomes.
• Achievement of digital transformation milestones.
• Stakeholder satisfaction.
• Delivery of projects within scope, budget, and timeline.
• Team performance and employee engagement.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the strategic growth and operational excellence of a leading real estate organization. The successful candidate will work closely with executive leadership, influence high-impact business decisions, and play a key role in driving sustainable organizational success.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to [email protected] using "Strategy Officer – Lagos" as the subject of the email.