Jobs at Dragnet Nigeria

Organisation Overview

• Our client is a licensed security services company backed by a leading real estate and infrastructure development group.
• The organisation currently provides security services across a portfolio of residential and commercial developments and is strategically positioned to expand into broader security, risk management, and integrated protection services.
• With increasing demand for professional private security solutions across Nigeria, the business is entering a significant growth phase focused on market expansion, capability development, technology adoption, and diversification of service offerings.
• The Board is seeking a visionary and commercially driven Managing Director to lead this transformation.

The Opportunity

• This is an opportunity to build and lead a next-generation security services organisation.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for transforming an established security operation into a recognised industry player with a diversified client portfolio, scalable operating model, and reputation for excellence.
• The role requires a leader capable of combining strategic vision, commercial execution, operational discipline, and stakeholder engagement to create sustainable growth and long-term enterprise value.

The Managing Director will be expected to:

Build:

• Strengthen governance, operational systems, service quality, compliance frameworks, and organisational capability.

Grow:

• Expand the business beyond existing mandates and develop a sustainable pipeline of commercial opportunities.

Diversify:

• Develop new service offerings, strengthen market positioning, and drive innovation through technology-enabled security solutions.

Lead:

• Build a professional, performance-driven organisation capable of long-term growth and market relevance.

Key Deliverables:

• Deliver sustainable revenue growth and profitability.
• Expand the organisation's client base across key sectors.
• Strengthen operational performance and service delivery standards.
• Lead strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Drive technology adoption and innovation.
• Build a strong leadership team and organisational culture.
• Position the business as a trusted provider of security and risk management services.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of corporate strategy.
• Drive business development and revenue generation initiatives.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and sound corporate governance.
• Provide financial stewardship and performance oversight.
• Champion organisational culture, talent development, and succession planning.
• Report regularly to the Board on business performance and strategic priorities.

Candidate Profile

• The ideal candidate will be a commercially astute executive with a demonstrated ability to lead growth, transformation, and operational excellence.

They will possess:

• Significant leadership experience within security services, facilities management, defence, law enforcement, risk management, or related sectors.
• Proven success in business development and client acquisition.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen.
• Experience leading organisational transformation initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Executive presence and exceptional communication capability.
• A track record of building and motivating high-performing teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Security Management, Law, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
• MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years' professional experience, including senior executive leadership.
• Demonstrated experience managing growth-oriented businesses.
• Strong understanding of governance, compliance, and operational risk management.

Why Join?

• This role offers the opportunity to lead the growth and transformation of a security services business positioned to become a significant player within the Nigerian market.
• The successful candidate will have the platform, backing, and mandate to shape strategy, drive expansion, and build a lasting legacy.

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Organisation Overview

• Our client is an established facilities management and property services organisation operating within Nigeria's rapidly expanding real estate sector. 
• Backed by a respected property development group, the business has built over a decade of operational experience managing residential and mixed-use developments while delivering maintenance, asset preservation, resident engagement, and property support services.
• With an existing portfolio under management and a strong institutional foundation, the organisation is entering a new phase of growth focused on expanding beyond its current portfolio to compete for third-party facilities management mandates across residential estates, commercial developments, mixed-use assets, and institutional facilities.
• The Board is seeking an experienced Managing Director to lead this transformation and establish the organisation as a recognised leader within the facilities management industry.

The Opportunity

• This is a build-and-grow leadership mandate.
• The successful candidate will inherit an operational business with an established portfolio and proven track record while leading its evolution into a scalable, commercially successful facilities management enterprise.
• The role requires a leader capable of strengthening operational systems, enhancing service quality, building organisational capability, and driving commercial growth through the acquisition and retention of third-party mandates.
• Success will be measured not only by operational excellence but by the ability to position the business as a trusted facilities management partner capable of competing with the industry's leading operators.

The Managing Director will be responsible for delivering four strategic outcomes:

Operational Excellence:

• Strengthen service delivery frameworks, maintenance systems, governance processes, and quality standards across all managed assets.

Commercial Growth:

• Develop and execute a strategy that expands the business beyond its existing portfolio and secures sustainable third-party revenue streams.

Client Experience & Asset Value Preservation:

• Ensure facilities are managed to the highest standards while improving resident satisfaction and protecting long-term asset value.

Organisational Development

• Build a high-performing, technology-enabled organisation capable of supporting future growth.

Key Deliverables:

• The successful candidate will be expected to:
• Deliver sustainable revenue growth and profitability.
• Secure new facilities management mandates from third-party clients.
• Improve operational efficiency and service quality across all managed properties.
• Implement scalable systems, processes, and performance management frameworks.
• Strengthen client retention and satisfaction.
• Build a strong leadership team and succession pipeline.
• Drive innovation and technology adoption across operations.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the organisation.
• Lead business development and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Oversee operational performance across all managed sites.
• Ensure sound financial management and budgetary control.
• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and customer focus.
• Maintain strong relationships with property owners, developers, regulators, and key stakeholders.
• Report regularly to the Board on business performance and strategic initiatives.

Candidate Profile

• The ideal candidate will be a commercially minded executive with a strong blend of operational, strategic, and business development experience.

They will possess:

• Demonstrated leadership experience within facilities management, property services, engineering, real estate operations, or related sectors.
• Proven ability to scale operations and drive business growth.
• Strong commercial and financial management capability.
• Experience managing multi-site operations.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client relationship skills.
• Strong communication and executive presence.
• A track record of building high-performing teams and delivering organisational transformation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Estate Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualification (MBA, MSc, or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years' relevant experience, including senior leadership responsibility.
• Experience within facilities management, property operations, engineering services, or related industries.
• Professional certifications within facilities management or related disciplines will be an advantage.

Why Join?

• This represents a rare opportunity to lead the transformation of an established facilities management business with a strong foundation, existing portfolio, and clear shareholder ambition.
• The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape strategy, influence growth, build capability, and create lasting enterprise value within a business positioned for significant expansion.