Job Openings at The People Practice

Our client, a womenswear brand based in Lagos, is looking to hire an Operations Manager who will oversee daily operations across production, store activities, and logistics, ensuring the smooth delivery of their fashion collections to customers locally and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Production & Sourcing: Work with suppliers, artisans, and production teams to ensure quality materials are procured and production timelines are met.
• Inventory & Stock Management: Track stock levels across the store and online platforms, plan for restocking, and avoid stock shortages or excesses.
• Retail & Order Fulfilment: Oversee store operations, ensuring the space reflects the brand’s standards and customers have a positive experience. Manage online and in-store order processing and deliveries.
• Logistics Coordination: Work with delivery partners, vendors, and couriers to ensure timely delivery of customer orders, both locally and abroad.
• Team Management: Supervise and support store staff, production assistants, and other team members to ensure everyone delivers on their responsibilities.
• Operational Processes: Help set up simple, clear processes to keep operations running smoothly, from production to customer delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in operations, retail, supply chain, or related roles.
• Ability to manage stock, coordinate with vendors, and oversee store operations.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing business. 
• Tech-savvy, with basic experience in using inventory or tracking systems. 
• Experience in the fashion, retail, or e-commerce sector is an advantage.

Must have skills

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good leadership skills with the ability to supervise a small team.
• Knowledge of traditional fabrics and artisan production processes is a plus.

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• Our client, a progressive luxury real estate development firm is looking for an exceptional Chief of Staff to provide strategic and operational support to the Chief Executive Officer and serve as a trusted right-hand across the executive office and broader organization. 
• This high-impact role requires a highly skilled professional with a strong track record of strategic thinking, operational execution, and cross-functional leadership. The ideal candidate will bring excellent analytical abilities, proven project management experience, and the agility to navigate complex, fast-moving environments.
• The successful candidate will play a critical role in translating strategy into action, improving internal operations, managing key projects, and ensuring seamless coordination across teams. You will work closely with the CEO on strategic planning, internal management, stakeholder engagement, and the execution of high-priority initiatives, all while ensuring the day-to-day running of the executive office is highly effective.

Responsibilities

Strategic & Executive Support

• Act as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the CEO, helping prioritize and execute strategic initiatives.
• Lead the preparation of board and investor materials, briefing notes, and internal communications.
• Attend high-level meetings on behalf of the CEO; track follow-ups and ensure timely execution of agreed actions.
• Manage CEO’s calendar, travel arrangements, and high-level correspondence with key stakeholders.
• Support the CEO in internal and external stakeholder engagements, ensuring all touchpoints are strategic and productive.

Operations Management & Organizational Oversight

• Drive cross-functional alignment on strategic projects and company-wide priorities.
• Monitor business performance metrics and report progress against strategic objectives.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and lead initiatives to improve workflows, team effectiveness, and execution discipline.
• Oversee administrative and operational matters across departments, ensuring efficiency and accountability.
• Design and implement internal reporting structures and business processes that enhance decision-making and resource allocation.

Project Management & Venture Execution

• Manage key projects end-to-end, ensuring timely delivery and accountability across stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-sector research, investment analysis, and strategic assessments to inform executive decision-making.
• Work with internal and external partners to drive the setup and launch of new business units or internal initiatives.
• Prepare high-quality memos, pitch decks, financial models, and reports for strategic and investment purposes.

Leadership Enablement

• Serve as a liaison between the CEO and senior leadership, ensuring information flows efficiently and priorities remain aligned.
• Support talent management efforts including hiring for critical roles, performance tracking, and culture-building initiatives.
• Lead special projects, both personal and professional, ensuring precision, discretion and delivery.

Qualifications

• First-class Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, Finance, or other relevant disciplines.
• MSc or MBA from a top-tier institution is a strong plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, operations, or a high-growth business environment.
• Proven ability to lead strategic projects and deliver operational excellence.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and project management software.
• Discretion, emotional intelligence, and ability to work with senior executives and high-profile stakeholders.

Must have skills

• Ability to think clearly under pressure, anticipate needs, and manage multiple priorities.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills — written and verbal.
• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and execution discipline.

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Our client, a multi-disciplinary advisory firm with a wealth of experience in the Nigerian infrastructure space is looking for a Commercial Associate who will support the organization’s commercial activities by conducting market research, managing client relationships, preparing proposals, analyzing data, and contributing to the development and execution of business strategies. This role requires a proactive individual with strong analytical, communication, and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Deal Execution and Diligence- Lead financial models, market sizing, risk analysis, and data rooms for debt/equity raises, M&A opportunities, and project tenders.
• Portfolio Performance- Track commercial KPIs (tariff recovery, volume ramp-up, EBITDA vs. case) and drive corrective action with asset managers.
• Contracting and Negotiations- Draft/review term sheets (PPAS, EPC, O&M concession, offtake) and coordinate legal, technical, and tax advisors to support any contract negotiations.
• Stakeholder Management- Maintain investor, lender, and regulator touchpoints; prepare Board packs and investment memos.
• Growth Scouting- Source C&I and residential distributed-energy leads for the organization; build high-level techno-commercial screens and present go / no-go views.
• Process Optimization- Build repeatable templates (models, dashboards, checklists) for faster deal cycles and knowledge transfer to analysts.
• Mentoring- Coach analysts on modelling discipline, research depth, and presentation clarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Engineering, Finance, and any other related fields.
• Advanced Degree (preferred): MBA or Master’s in a relevant discipline.
• Advanced Excel / financial-model fluency; comfort with VBA or Power BI is a plus.
• 5 years in project finance, infrastructure advisory, or utility-scale energy development with at least one full deal cycle closed.
• Proven track record coordinating multidisciplinary teams under tight timelines.

Must have skills

• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.