Chief Operating Officer (COO) at DreamCity Properties

Position Overview

• We are seeking an accomplished Chief Operating Officer (COO) with a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience across real estate, investment, finance, construction, fintech, administration, banking, and regulatory compliance.
• The ideal candidate will be a strategic executor responsible for translating the Group's vision into operational reality, driving business growth, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious targets.
• This role is pivotal in positioning DreamCity Group as a market leader across all its business verticals.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the business growth targets of the Group are met in line with the Board's directives, driving consistent performance across all business units.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to drive new business development, sales inflow, and overall growth and profitability of the Company's business interests.
• Coordinate and drive the implementation of strategies necessary for mass adoption of the DreamCity Capital web app, attaining the Company's initial goal of 1,000,000 active users.
• Develop and execute investment strategies to drive growth and maximize returns for Group's investors.
• Manage the Company's fundraising activities and investor relations to syndicate capital for real estate investment projects.
• Lead due diligence processes for potential investment opportunities and acquisitions, ensuring thorough evaluation and risk assessment.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to protect investor interests and safeguard Company assets.
• Oversee administrative, sales, marketing, and project management activities, including budgeting, scheduling, quality control measures, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards in real estate development projects.
• Provide leadership and guidance to operational staff to optimize performance, efficiency, and professional development.
• Improve existing operational policies and procedures to streamline processes, eliminate inefficiencies, and enhance productivity across the Group.
• Report regularly to the MDand Board of Directors on operational performance, strategic progress, and key performance indicators.

Requirements

• Master's Degree (MBA or MSc) in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Professional certifications such as CFA, CIS, PMP, COREN, or ICAN are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years progressive, verifiable senior leadership experience, with demonstrated expertise across real estate, investment, finance, construction, fintech, administration, banking, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven track record of successfully driving business growth, achieving operational targets, and leading cross-functional teams in a complex, multi-sector environment.Experience in digital transformation and scaling technology platforms is a strong advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in managing fundraising activities, investor relations, capital syndication, and leading due diligence processes for major investments and acquisitions.Established network within the Nigerian investment, banking, and real estate communities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Nigerian regulatory frameworks across real estate, banking, fintech, and investment sectors, with proven ability to navigate compliance requirements.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with the Board, investors, regulators, and internal stakeholders.
• Must be based in Lagos, with flexibility to work extended hours and travel as required by business demands.