Entry Level Consulting Associate at Quramo Advisory

Purpose of Job within the organization

• The associate’s role is to ensure that the organization is in a position to proffer timely, proactive and disciplined business advice and business transformation solutions to its clients
• The associate will be responsible for the smooth operation of the office
• The individual will provide high-level executive support to the CEO as well as administrative support
• The associate will also provide research support to the Corporate Development function by analyzing potential market opportunities with respect to strategic competitive fit.

Whilst we seek to nurture the best talent to grow with our business, the candidates that we are looking for should have some level of proficiency in the following areas and/or demonstrate the potential to rapidly acquire the requisite skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power point, Word and Project    
• Business writing skills and ability to generate error free documents, agreements, proposals as well as correspondence with clients
• Presentation skills include the ability to convey ideas clearly and articulate objectives, recommendations and rationale
• Oral presentation skills including the ability to engage and sustain audience whilst articulating ideas   
• Affinity to develop selling skills
• Communication & interpersonal skills including ability to productively interact with team members internally
• Must be able to multi-task and prioritize in accordance with changing deadlines and priorities
• Possess the confidence and composure to formally interact with and engage people at senior levels as well as the ability to strengthen relationships between Q Advisory and its business associates, under the supervision of a team lead.

 Qualifications/Knowledge

• The ideal candidate has 0 - 3 years of utilizing data to provide support for strategy formulation, business development, and forecasting.
• Bachelor's degree is required (a master’s degree is an added advantage)
• Knowledge and implementation of customer research, strategy, vision, design, development, testing, and associated change management practices
• Excellent organizational, verbal, presentation/facilitation and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and with a team consisting of executives, project stakeholders and project team members
• The ideal candidate will be numerate, an innovative problem solver, technology savvy, self-directed, highly motivated, results driven with ability to work independently and collaboratively. Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills required for successful achievement of position goals in this fast-paced environment. Must be able to multi-task and prioritize in accordance with changing deadlines and priorities.
• Organized and detail oriented with rudimentary project management skills/potentials; must have the ability to effectively prioritize and work on multiple projects at once
•  A highly motivated problem solver, tech savvy individual with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Communication skills: Applicants must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to clearly articulate the insights from findings to management and relevant stakeholders
• Problem-solving skills: Applicants must be intellectually curious individuals with strong creative and imaginative prowess to generate ideas to solve business problems
• Critical thinking: Applicants must have strong critical thinking abilities to draw sound conclusions from information and various data sources at their disposal. It is crucial that they can separate relevant information from less vital ones with respect to solving a particular business problem. They must also have the capacity to analyze data objectively, applying logical thought and proffering solutions, taking a long-term perspective
• Comfort with ambiguity: Decision making involves some level of uncertainty, so it is important that applicants are comfortable with ambiguity
• Computer skills: Applicants should possess advanced excel skills and be proficient in PowerPoint for presentation purposes
• Collaborative skills: Applicants must be able to work with cross-functional teams and have the maturity to interact directly with senior executives across departments, as well as provide leadership to teams on the implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Excellent academic record with a good bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics or any related course or a science degree
• NYSC discharge certificate
• OND & HND holders will NOT be considered  

Responsibilities

• Provide, communicate, and implement strategy to address competition, changes in customer preference, and improvements in technology and marketing tools
• Leverage on market/customer research, trends, and competitor analysis to drive revenue, increase yield, improve market share, and enhance customer loyalty
• Organize, negotiate, and implement sales and marketing programs
• Structure, negotiate, and implement vendor agreements, distribution relationships and partner agreements
• Undertake market analysis and operational support related to the firm/team’s strategy
• Provide analytical support to all aspects of the business, where required
• Summarize insights from analysis and clearly communicate analytical findings in a cohesive story; and articulate an argument to be presented to executives
• Responsible for building appropriate external and internal client-facing materials
• Identify, communicate, and execute on new opportunities related to the firm’s businesses functions
•  Conduct customized research, due diligence, and market assessments
• Prepare proposals to potential clients
• Co-ordinate the administrative support for training courses and prepare post-training reports
• Provide administrative support to the team lead and prepare training course material
• Analyze, characterize, and assess competitors' performance and positioning; anticipate changes and evaluate potential opportunities
• Respond to on-going targeted and ad hoc inquiries for information about market, competitive and business-related topics.
• Develop and maintain on-going competitive market assessments resulting in a strong knowledge base that will help drive overall organization strategy development
• Act as the point of contact among executives, employees, clients and other external partners
• Manage information flow in a timely and accurate manner
• Manage CE’s calendars and set up meetings
• Make travel and accommodation arrangements
• Track daily expenses and prepare weekly, monthly or quarterly reports
• Oversee the performance of other clerical staff
• Act as control officer by keeping up with office supply inventory
• Format information for internal and external communication – memos, emails, presentations, reports
• Take minutes during meetings
• Screen and direct phone calls and distribute correspondence
• Organize and maintain the office filing system
• Additional duties and special projects as needed