General Manager at Workforce Group

Job Overview

• We are seeking an experienced and strategic General Manager to work closely with our CEO and executive leadership team.
• In this role, you will drive cross-functional alignment, optimize business processes, and execute strategic initiatives across the company.
• You’ll manage and streamline operations to ensure we’re delivering results, maintaining scalability, and building a work environment that promotes collaboration and excellence.
• Location: This role can be held remotely within EMEA time zones.

What Your Day Will Look Like

• Strategic Planning and Execution: Collaborate with the CEO and leadership team to establish and implement company-wide strategies, driving progress towards Ambridge Advisory’s goals.
• Operational Oversight: Lead and improve operations across sales, customer success, marketing, product management, finance, and HR, ensuring smooth execution and operational efficiency.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for improvement and implement scalable, repeatable processes that support rapid growth and operational excellence.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a bridge across departments, ensuring alignment and effective communication between teams and enabling smoother cross-functional projects.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Implement and monitor metrics that provide actionable insights for the leadership team. Present data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and progress towards goals.
• People Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop team members, building a high-performing operations team. Support professional development and foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and growth.
• Resource Management: Ensure optimal use of resources across teams, balancing costs and maximizing impact.
• Project Management: Oversee key projects and strategic initiatives from planning through execution, ensuring they are delivered on time and on budget.
• Executive Support: Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, supporting decision-making, prioritizing initiatives, and managing the executive team’s agenda.

What We Are Looking For In You

• Educational Background: An exceptional academic record with a degree in Business, Management, or a related field.
• Experience: Proven experience in a General Manager, or similar executive role within a technology-driven company, preferably SaaS or subscription-based.
• Leadership and Influence: Ability to lead cross-functional teams, build consensus, and drive results. You can communicate effectively at all levels and inspire confidence in stakeholders.
• Analytical and Strategic Thinking: Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making and experience setting KPIs and tracking metrics.
• Operational Excellence: Deep understanding of scaling processes and systems within a fast-paced environment, with the ability to design and implement operational improvements.
• Organizational Skills: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and adapt to changing needs.
• Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation.
• Global Perspective: Experience working within a multicultural organization, ideally with remote teams in multiple time zones.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic, high-growth environment with shifting priorities.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in business English.

Remuneration
N350,000 Monthly Gross.

What We Offer You:

• We take a holistic approach to compensation and benefits, reflecting our values and commitment to employee well-being.
• We review compensation annually to ensure equity, with performance-driven bonuses and benefits designed for a balanced global experience.
• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team gatherings
• Learning and development budget for professional growth
• Annual compensation review and recognition rewards
• Generous holiday and parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program for support
• Opportunities for global travel and executive team events.