Head of Corporate Services, Communications & Business Development at Safety Consultants and Solutions Provider Limited

Job Summary

• The Head of Corporate Services, Communications & Business Development will provide strategic leadership across corporate communications, brand positioning, partnerships, and business growth functions.
• The role is responsible for translating SCSP’s technical expertise in safety engineering, risk management, and compliance into clear, credible, and commercially impactful communication that drives client acquisition, stakeholder confidence, and corporate reputation.
• The position also serves as a key driver of business development, strategic partnerships, and corporate visibility, ensuring SCSP is positioned as a trusted authority in safety engineering, fire protection, and risk management services across Africa.

Core Objective

• To strengthen SCSP’s corporate reputation, expand market presence, and drive revenue growth by integrating corporate communications, strategic partnerships, and business development into a unified corporate services function.

Key Responsibilities
Corporate Communications & Brand Leadership:

• Lead SCSP’s corporate communications strategy and brand positioning.
• Translate technical engineering outputs (reports, audits, inspections, safety studies) into clear, client-friendly communication.
• Develop case studies, technical narratives, success stories, press releases, and thought leadership content.
• Strengthen SCSP’s visibility as a leading authority in Fire & Life Safety, Risk Management, and Loss Prevention.
• Ensure consistency of brand messaging across all platforms and engagements.
• Manage corporate reputation, public perception, and executive visibility.

Business Development & Revenue Growth

• Drive strategic business development initiatives across key sectors:
  • Oil & Gas
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Power & Utilities
  • Healthcare
  • Manufacturing
  • Financial Institutions
  • Government & Infrastructure
• Identify and develop new business opportunities and markets.
• Support proposal development, bid submissions, and technical-commercial presentations.
• Convert leads into long-term business relationships and contracts.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities.
• Support contract negotiation and client acquisition strategies.

Strategic Partnerships & Corporate Growth:

• Develop strategic partnerships with architects, EPC contractors, developers, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
• Identify collaboration opportunities that enhance SCSP’s service delivery and market reach.
• Represent SCSP in industry forums, conferences, exhibitions, and stakeholder engagements.
• Strengthen institutional relationships with professional bodies and regulatory agencies.

Corporate Services Leadership:

• Oversee corporate service functions including communications, branding, business development, and stakeholder engagement.
• Align corporate services strategy with SCSP’s overall business objectives.
• Develop internal communication systems to support technical and operational teams.
• Ensure efficient coordination between engineering, marketing, and business development functions.

Event Management & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Plan and execute corporate events, technical seminars, workshops, and industry exhibitions.
• Coordinate client engagement sessions, regulatory meetings, and professional networking events.
• Develop event strategies that enhance SCSP visibility and client engagement.
• Manage logistics, documentation, and post-event reporting.

Technical Communication & Documentation:

• Collaborate with engineering teams to simplify and communicate complex technical outputs.
• Ensure accuracy and clarity in all technical communication materials.
• Maintain structured documentation of project achievements, reports, and corporate milestones.
• •evelop executive summaries and client-facing reports.

Media, PR & External Relations:

• Manage media relations and external communications.
• Coordinate press releases, publications, and industry features.
• Maintain relationships with media, regulators, and professional institutions.
• Monitor and manage corporate reputation and public engagement.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Revenue contribution from business development activities
• Number of new clients and partnerships secured
• Brand visibility and corporate reputation growth
• Proposal success rate
• Quality and reach of corporate communications
• Event effectiveness and stakeholder engagement outcomes
• Market expansion and sector penetration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Mass Communication, Marketing, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• Master’s Degree or MBA is an advantage.
• Professional certification in Corporate Communication, PR, Marketing, or Business Development is an added advantage.
• Membership in relevant professional bodies is desirable.

Experience

• 5 - 10 years of experience in Corporate Communications, Business Development, Marketing, or Strategic Partnerships.
• Experience in engineering, construction, safety, oil & gas, or technical consultancy environments is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in managing corporate reputation, client acquisition, and strategic partnerships.
• Experience in event management, stakeholder engagement, and executive communication.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Communication & Brand Management
• Business Development & Sales Strategy
• Partnership Development
• Technical Communication Translation
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Event Planning & Execution
• Proposal Development
• Corporate Reputation Management
• Relationship Management
• Content Development & Storytelling
• Cross-functional Collaboration.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking ability
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Commercially driven with business growth mindset
• Ability to simplify complex technical concepts
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Strong networking and relationship-building capability
• Results-oriented and proactive.

Why Join SCSP

• Salary: N4,800,000 annually.
• At SCSP, we are committed to delivering world-class Safety Engineering, Fire & Life Safety, Loss Prevention, and Risk Management solutions that protect lives, assets, and business continuity.
• This role offers the opportunity to shape corporate strategy, drive business growth, build strategic partnerships, and position SCSP as a leading authority in safe built environments across Africa.
• You will be at the center of engineering, communication, and commercial excellence—transforming technical expertise into impactful business outcomes.