Jobs at United Nigeria Airlines

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced HR professional with a background in the airline industry to assist the HR unit of a leading airline in the Nigerian aviation sector with multiple locations across Nigeria.
• In this role, you will assist the HR department in providing vital administrative support to the HR unit.
• You shall act as the operational backbone of the HR department, ensuring that day-to-day functions run smoothly by executing core responsibilities across the entire employee lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment, onboarding and employee documentation. Support HR strategy and daily HR operations.
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures.
• Support employee relations, including conflict resolution and assist in performance management
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian labour laws and HR internal processes Assist in policy reviews and implementation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in an HR role.
• Good knowledge of Nigerian labour laws and HR best practices. Excellent written and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment •Ability to collaborate and work in a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR related software Applicants must reside in Enugu.

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Job Summary

• Are you a strategic thinker who can see the story that data tells about the future? Do you have a passion for uncovering untapped market potential and building the business case for the next big venture?
• United Nigeria Airline is seeking a Lead, Growth and Planning to be the intellectual engine of our new Business Development & Strategy department. This is not a day-to-day performance reporting role.
• You are an architect of growth. Your primary mission will be to look beyond the horizon, identify the most promising opportunities for expansion, and construct the data-driven blueprints that will turn those opportunities into reality.
• Your analysis will be the foundation upon which we launch new routes, enter new markets, and build the future of our airline.

Responsibilities
Market & Opportunity Assessment:

• Lead deep-dive analysis of potential new markets (states, regions, countries) to rigorously assess their viability for future air service.
• Analyze macro-economic trends, tourism data, trade flows, and competitor network strategies to identify untapped growth opportunities before our rivals do.

Business Case Development & Financial Modeling:

• Lead the end-to-end creation of comprehensive business cases for new strategic initiatives, including new routes, major partnership opportunities, and new business verticals (eg, dedicated cargo operations).
• Build sophisticated financial models to forecast revenue, costs, and profitability, providing dear ROI projections for proposed projects.

Strategic Project Support:

• Provide the foundational data and analysis required for the Lead, Strategic Partnerships to evaluate and negotiate potential deals.
• Work directly with the Head of BD&S to formulate the airline's 3-5-year strategic plan, grounding our vision in solid data and realistic forecasts.

Competitive Intelligence:

• Go beyond daily fare tracking to analyze the long-term strategy, fleet plans, and network moves of key competitors.
• Your insights will inform our own strategic positioning and help us stay ahead of the curve.

What You Will Need

• Proven Experience: A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a strategic planning, network planning, or high-level commercial analysis role, preferably within the aviation or travel industry.
• Master of Business Cases: Demonstrable experience building financial models and writing business cases that have successfully led to multi-million-dollar investment decisions.
• Technical Prowess: Exceptional skills in Microsoft Excel (including modeling) and experience with data visualization tools (eg, Power BI, Tableau) to turn complex data into compelling narratives.
• Strategic Mindset: A natural curiosity and a strategic mindset, with the ability to connect disparate pieces of information into a single, compelling growth story.
• Autonomy and Impact: A proactive self-starter who can manage multiple complex projects with high autonomy and deliver insights that have a direct impact on the airline's direction.

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Job Summary

• Are you a master architect of commercial relationships? Do you thrive on building complex, high-value partnerships that create lasting competitive advantage? United Nigeria Airline is seeking a Lead, Strategic Partnerships to be a comerstone of our new Business Development & Strategy department.
• This is not a routine sales role.
• You will not be handling day-to-day charter requests or managing a list of corporate clients. Instead, you will focus on the high-level, strategic side of corporate and charter business.
• Your responsibility will be to identify major opportunities, negotiate long-term agreements, and build partnerships that can shape the airline's growth.
• Your work will expand our market presence, strengthen our value to corporate and charter customers, and create new revenue streams that will support the airline's future.

Responsibilities
Partnership Strategy & Identification:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive partnership strategy that aligns with United Nigeria Airline's long-term growth objectives.
• Identify and evaluate potential partners across the aviation and travel ecosystem, including other airlines (for interline and codeshare agreements), global hospitality brands, financial institutions, and travel technology companies.

Negotiation & Deal Structuring:

• Lead end-to-end negotiations for complex, multi-faceted partnership agreements.
• Structure deals that are mutually beneficial, commercially sound, and strategically aligned, focusing on long-term value creation over short-term gains.
• Collaborate with internal Legal, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure all agreements are robust, compliant, and operationally feasible.

Implementation & Relationship Management:

• Oversee the successful implementation and launch of new partnerships, ensuring a seamless integration for our customers and internal teams.
• Serve as the primary owner of key strategic partner relationships, fostering strong executive-level ties and ensuring both parties are realizing the full value of the agreement.
• Establish and track KPIs to measure the performance and ROI of partnerships, providing regular reports to the leadership team.

Internal Collaboration & Influence:

• Work hand-in-hand with the Growth & Planning Analyst to use data-driven insights to validate partnership opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with the Marketing and Sales departments to ensure new partnerships are effectively integrated into commercial campaigns and sales strategies.
• Act as a key internal advocate for the strategic value of partnerships, influencing stakeholders across the organization.

What You Will Need

• Proven Experience: A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a strategic planning, network planning, or high-level commercial analysis role, preferably within the aviation or travel industry.