Business Relationship Manager at Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Job Description

• The Business Relationship Manager, Nigeria, will directly impact ACCA’s employer strategy by identifying, developing, managing and raising ACCA’s profile with employers / members in key identified sectors in Nigeria. 
• The role will be responsible for building relationships with key influencers for the benefit of ACCA’s global position.

The Job

• To directly contribute to growth in ACCA's reputation, influence and size through delivery of ACCA’s global employer strategy at the national office level.
• To target employers across the various sectors in Nigeria in the corporate, practice and public sectors, encouraging them to recognize and adopt ACCA as the professional accountancy partner of choice.
• To support effective key account management with employers, universities and high schools, that clearly differentiates ACCA from its competitors.
• To develop effective knowledge of employers, to identify key employer trends, and respond to those needs appropriately.
• To develop strategic partnerships with selected blue chip companies, embedding ACCA in their training policies and global mobility strategies.
• Initiate and maintain relationships with key universities through face-to-face visits and other relevant communication channels
• To co-ordinate and deliver effective university-focused events, in line with ACCA’s recruitment strategy and design and deliver a regular programme of events for ACCA new and existing students through the Universities
• Ensure that ACCA students and members are kept fully aware of ACCA practices and procedures regarding exams for students and CPD for members.

The Person

• The successful candidate will use his/her strong personal and presentation skills to engage with local stakeholders at their most senior levels. S/he will be adept at building and maintaining relationships, and communicating clearly both orally and in writing.
• S/he will be expected to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of the professional business environment in which ACCA Nigeria operates.

S/he should have/be:

• A Degree with a strong background in Business Development and Marketing, with at least 4-5 years work experience preferably with a proven track record of key account management
• Excellent presentation, analytical, networking and relationship building skills with the ability to present ACCA appropriately and influence people at all levels
• Possessing a clear disposition to strategic thinking and planning
• Able to work independently and also as a team player
• Able to work independently, contributing to team goals
• A proactive team player
• An excellent communicator
• Experience in the finance/accounting related sector is desirable

The Perks
And in working with us, you’ll enjoy:

• Exposure to a global environment
• Fantastic opportunities to develop your career
• Flexible benefits package including Private Healthcare (Family Cover), Excellent Company Pension Scheme.