Jobs at Prestigious Consulting Group

About the Role

• We are seeking a highly skilled and commercially minded Food Technologist to join our growing Food Technology practice. This role is central to delivering innovative, safe, and market-ready food solutions for clients across the food manufacturing value chain in Africa.
• This is not a routine lab role. It is a client-facing, impact-driven position that blends food science, product development, regulatory expertise, and commercial thinking.
• You will work across the full product lifecycle—from ideation and formulation to scale-up, regulatory approval, and commercial launch—helping clients transform ideas into successful food products that meet international standards and market demands.

What You Will Do
Product Development & Innovation:

• Lead end-to-end new product development (NPD) projects from concept to commercial launch
• Develop and improve food formulations using scientific and data-driven approaches
• Conduct product testing, sensory evaluations, and prototype development
• Identify cost optimization opportunities without compromising quality or safety
• Track global food trends and translate insights into product innovation strategies

Regulatory Compliance & Food Safety:

• Ensure compliance with NAFDAC, SON, Codex Alimentarius, and other relevant standards
• Develop and implement HACCP, GMP, and ISO 22000 food safety systems
• Manage product registration, labelling approval, and regulatory submissions
• Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to ensure compliance readiness

Process Design & Manufacturing Support:

• Design scalable food production processes and workflows
• Support clients in scaling products from pilot to full production
• Conduct production facility assessments and process optimisation reviews
• Develop SOPs for manufacturing, quality control, and laboratory systems

Client Advisory & Project Delivery:

• Act as technical lead on client engagements
• Translate complex scientific outputs into clear commercial recommendations
• Support client presentations, proposals, and technical documentation
• Manage project delivery timelines and ensure high-quality execution

Marketing & Commercial Support:

• Support product positioning, packaging claims, and go-to-market strategies
• Validate marketing claims for regulatory compliance
• Contribute to product documentation and technical content for launches

Knowledge & Team Development:

• Stay updated on global food science trends and innovations
• Document methodologies and best practices across projects
• Mentor junior team members and research assistants

What We Are Looking For
Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• Master’s degree and professional membership (e.g. NIFST) is an advantage

Experience:

• 4–6 years of experience in food product development, manufacturing, or food safety
• Proven experience in end-to-end product development (NPD)
• Strong understanding of NAFDAC, SON, HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000 frameworks
• Experience in FMCG, consulting, or multi-client environments is highly desirable

Technical Skills:

• Food formulation and product development expertise
• Laboratory testing and experimental design experience
• Strong understanding of food processing and scale-up operations
• Experience with formulation software (e.g. Genesis R&D, ESHA, Nutrium, or similar)
• Strong data analysis and technical reporting skills

Core Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving and innovation mindset
• Excellent communication of technical concepts
• Client-focused and commercially aware thinking
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• High attention to detail and regulatory discipline
• Continuous learning mindset

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Job Summary

• We are seeking a high-performing Business Development Lead to drive revenue growth, expand market presence, and build strategic partnerships across Africa’s manufacturing and industrial sectors.
• This role requires a commercially astute and strategic leader who can identify high-value opportunities, close complex deals, and position the company as a trusted partner in manufacturing transformation.

Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Revenue Growth:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy aligned with company growth targets
• Build and manage a strong pipeline with clear value projections and conversion timelines
• Drive revenue by identifying, qualifying, and closing high-value mandates

Market Intelligence:

• Conduct market research to identify new opportunities, sectors, and client segments
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitor activity
• Translate insights into actionable growth strategies.

Client & Stakeholder Management:

• Build and manage relationships with clients, DFIs, government agencies, and key stakeholders
• Lead client engagements from outreach to deal closure and ongoing relationship management
• Represent the company at industry events and forums.

Proposals & Deal Execution:

• Lead the development of proposals, pitch decks, and commercial offers
• Negotiate contracts and partnership agreements
• Collaborate with internal teams to align proposals with delivery capacity.

Partnerships & Team Leadership:

• Develop strategic alliances with institutions and partners
• Lead and manage the BD team (Partnership Lead, Social Media Manager, Research Interns)
• Foster a high-performance, results-driven culture.

Reporting & Performance:

• Track KPIs (revenue, pipeline, win rate) and report to the Managing Partner
• Provide weekly updates and monthly performance reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field (MBA is an advantage)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Business Development, Commercial Strategy, or related roles
• Proven track record of driving revenue and closing high-value deals
• Experience in manufacturing, consulting, or investment-related sectors
• Strong understanding of African market dynamics
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen
• Results-driven with the ability to meet aggressive targets
• Strong leadership and team management capability
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.

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Job Description

• We are looking for a strategic and commercially driven Head of Digital to lead our digital presence, build brand authority, and drive measurable lead generation across Africa.
• This is a senior leadership role, not a routine marketing position. You will own the company’s digital strategy end-to-end, translating content, campaigns, and platforms into a clear revenue pipeline.

Role Overview

• As Head of Digital, you will sit at the intersection of brand, business development, and technology, leading a team and building a high-impact digital ecosystem that attracts, engages, and converts B2B clients across manufacturing, investment advisory, and consulting services.

Key Responsibilities
Digital Strategy & Growth:

• Develop and execute a full digital strategy (content, social, SEO, email, paid media) aligned with revenue goals
• Define OKRs, budgets, and performance targets
• Align digital efforts with Business Development to drive lead generation.

Brand Authority & Content:

• Position the company as a thought leader across LinkedIn, YouTube, and web platforms
• Oversee content strategy (articles, case studies, videos, insights)
• Drive SEO strategy to increase visibility and organic traffic.

Lead Generation & Conversion:

• Build and optimize B2B marketing funnels (awareness → conversion)
• Manage CRM-integrated lead pipelines and email marketing campaigns
• Run and optimize paid campaigns (LinkedIn, Google, Meta)
• Improve website performance and conversion rates

Team Leadership & Operations:

• Lead and manage a team (Social Media, Content, Growth, Video)
• Establish content systems, workflows, and performance standards
• Manage resources, timelines, and output quality.

Analytics & Reporting:

• Track and report on key metrics (traffic, leads, conversion, ROI)
• Build dashboards and provide data-driven insights to leadership
• Continuously optimize performance based on analytics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field
• 8–10years’ experience in digital marketing with 5–6years in a leadership role
• Proven track record in B2B lead generation and content-driven marketing
• Strong knowledge of SEO, CRM tools (HubSpot/Salesforce), Google Analytics, and paid ads
• Experience managing and developing digital teams.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong commercial mindset (focus on revenue, not vanity metrics)
• Strategic thinker with hands-on execution ability
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Data-driven, innovative, and highly accountable.

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Job Summary

• We are seeking a strategic and commercially driven Head of Finance to lead the company’s financial direction, support executive decision-making, and build a robust finance function to drive sustainable growth.
• This is a high-impact leadership role, not a back-office position.
• You will serve as a key advisor to the Managing Partner, shaping financial strategy, overseeing complex financial modelling, and ensuring strong financial governance across a growing portfolio of consulting, project finance, and advisory engagements.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Leadership:

• Partner with leadership to define and execute financial strategy aligned with growth objectives
• Provide data-driven insights on pricing, investments, and capital allocation
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning

Financial Modelling & Analysis:

• Build and manage advanced financial models (3-statement models, DCF, NPV, IRR)
• Conduct scenario analysis, investment appraisal, and valuation modelling
• Translate financial data into clear insights for strategic decision-making

Performance Management & Reporting:

• Develop financial dashboards, management reports, and KPI tracking systems
• Monitor business performance and recommend corrective actions
• Deliver investor-ready financial reports and board-level presentations

Investment & Project Finance:

• Lead feasibility studies, financial due diligence, and deal evaluation
• Structure financing solutions (equity, debt, grants, blended finance)
• Engage with DFIs, investors, and financial institutions

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Establish financial controls, policies, and risk management frameworks
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and Nigerian regulations (FIRS, CAC, etc.)
• Oversee tax planning and statutory reporting

Team Leadership & Systems:

• Build and lead a high-performing finance team
• Implement financial systems, ERP tools, and reporting structures
• Drive process improvements and financial discipline across the organization

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• ACA, ACCA, or CFA (required) | MBA is an advantage
• 8–10 years’ experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role
• Strong expertise in financial modelling, corporate finance, and investment analysis
• Experience in consulting, investment, manufacturing, or project-driven environments
• Solid knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations and tax frameworks

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong commercial and strategic mindset
• Ability to translate numbers into business insights
• Executive presence with strong stakeholder management skills
• High integrity, analytical rigour, and results-driven approach
• Experience working across African markets or with DFIs/investors is a plus.
• Experience in Financial Modelling is a plus