Corporate Services Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: ₦400,000 – ₦600,000 monthly

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Services Manager to oversee office operations, human resources, financial management, procurement, and administrative services. The successful candidate will ensure efficient, secure, and cost-effective operations while leading teams, maintaining financial controls, improving business processes, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.

Job Description

Leadership and Management

Work closely with the Managing Director to improve working practices and support organisational changes.

Review business policies and processes to improve operational efficiency.

Lead, motivate, and coach the Corporate Services team.

Participate in internal committees and collaborate with colleagues across Africa.

Communicate corporate services updates and organisational changes to staff.

Human Resources

Develop staff pay structures and management policies in line with labour laws and company policies.

Provide guidance on sensitive employee matters.

Review staff salary scales and performance-related pay policies.

Coordinate recruitment, interviews, and hiring.

Oversee performance management, staff development, and training programmes.

Ensure compliance with office procedures and HR policies.

Financial Management

Manage the annual budget in collaboration with the Managing Director.

Coordinate with finance teams on monthly reviews and quarterly budget assessments.

Oversee financial planning, budget monitoring, and expenditure control.

Manage budgets covering salaries, travel, administration, and other operational expenses.

Coordinate procurement activities and ensure value for money.

Manage requests for additional funding and refunds of surplus funds.

Administration

Develop and improve administrative procedures and systems.

Establish customer service standards and monitor employee performance.

Oversee office correspondence, documentation, and information flow.

Provide administrative and logistical support.

Manage schedules, deadlines, office supplies, and inventory.

Monitor operational expenses and support budget preparation.

Oversee facility maintenance, vendors, renovations, and office events.

Ensure compliance with organisational policies and regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, Human Resources, Finance, Estate Management, or a related field.

Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA) is strongly preferred.

Previous experience in corporate services management or a similar role.

Proven experience in team leadership and staff management.

Demonstrable experience in budget management and financial control.

Strong knowledge of HR processes, administration, and procurement.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, organisational, and time-management skills.

Ability to handle confidential financial and HR information.

Excellent decision-making, prioritisation, and multitasking abilities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and collaborate with senior management and other stakeholders.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Experience working in a real estate or facility management firm.

Experience using finance and HR software systems.

Required Competencies

Strategic thinking and seeing the bigger picture.

Change management and continuous improvement.

Leadership and effective communication.

Collaboration and partnership.

Staff development and capacity building.

Delivering value for money.