About the job Operations Manager
Operations Manager
Location: Ikeja, Lagos (Fully Onsite)
Industry: Recruitment / HR Consulting
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Minimum 5 years
Salary Range: 170,000-200,000 monthly (net)
Start Date: Immediate
Position Overview
We are hiring a highly organized and results-oriented Operations Manager to lead and coordinate business development, recruitment delivery, and financial operations for our HR consulting and recruitment firm. This role requires a strategic thinker with hands-on leadership ability, excellent cross-functional coordination, and deep operational insight into recruitment workflows and revenue generation.
The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience managing operations in a structured professional services environment (recruitment, consulting, or business services preferred).
Key Responsibilities (by Function)
1. Business Development Oversight
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Monitor client acquisition, SLA signings, and monthly revenue delivery
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Review and analyze weekly BD reports and sales pipelines
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Ensure SLAs are operationally feasible and aligned with recruiter capacity
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Provide strategic support during large-client pitches and pricing proposals
2. Recruitment Delivery Management
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Oversee and manage recruitment placement delivery across all sectors
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Track volume and quality of CV submissions per SLA
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Approve recruitment capacity plans based on BD projections and SLA expectations
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Ensure adherence to recruitment KPIs, e.g., 5 CVs within 5 business days
3. Finance & Revenue Oversight
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Supervise invoice generation, payment tracking, and collections
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Approve client billing and ensure proper documentation
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Lead monthly and quarterly revenue forecasting
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Manage internal budget allocations and expense approvals
4. Performance Monitoring & Strategy Execution
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Conduct monthly performance reviews with Business Development and Operations teams
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Design and implement cross-functional improvement initiatives
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Lead strategic planning meetings with senior management
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Track KPIs across functions and adjust tactics to improve delivery and revenue
Qualifications & Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field (MBA is an advantage)
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Minimum of 5 years experience in operations, preferably in HR, recruitment, or consulting industries
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Strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making abilities
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Proven track record in managing multi-department performance
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Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and process optimization
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Proficiency with tools such as Excel, Google Sheets, CRM, and project management platforms
Benefits
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Competitive monthly salary: 170,000-200,000 (net)
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Opportunity to work in a high-impact leadership role
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Career growth and leadership development pathways
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Exposure to strategic client accounts and industry leaders
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Access to professional development and performance bonuses (based on results)
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Supportive team culture with clear KPIs and performance tracking tools
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a brief cover letter explaining their relevant experience to:
People@mysigma.io
Subject Line: Operations Manager Ikeja (Onsite)