Operations Director located in Abuja

Location: 100% office-based, Abuja, Nigeria

Salary: ₦500,000 – ₦600,000 per annum

Benefits: Medical insurance (after 6-month probation period)

Public Holidays: UK Public holiday schedule

Working Hours: 8.30am - 5.30pm UK time 

We are seeking a highly capable and proactive Operations Director to lead our Abuja office. This is a trusted and pivotal role, responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, managing the team, and ensuring efficient delivery of work.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Management


Oversee the smooth running of the Abuja office, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of work by the team.
Act as the guardian of company assets, equipment, and processes.
Identify and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and team collaboration.
Fill in for team members and fit into any role that needs extra help as and when required.


Team & HR Leadership


Manage the Abuja team, including recruitment, onboarding, HR administration, and performance management.
Run payroll and manage staff benefits, ensuring compliance with company policies.
Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where team members can learn from each other and grow.


Finance & Governance


Serve as a statutory Director of the Nigerian entity, with responsibility for processing payments.
Ensure compliance with local statutory, regulatory, and financial obligations.
Work closely with the UK Managing Director to align Abuja operations with overall company goals.


Business Partnering


Act as the point of contact for local suppliers, regulators, and external stakeholders.
Provide support in building and maintaining relationships that benefit the business.


Ideal Candidate


Minimum of 10 years’ experience in operations management or a similar leadership role.
Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise and work independently.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High level of integrity and professionalism, with proven experience in handling sensitive information.
Strong IT proficiency and comfort using digital tools to streamline operations.
Adaptable, flexible, and solutions-oriented with a “can-do” attitude.
Experience in payroll, HR administration, and managing small teams.
Confidence to take full ownership of office operations with autonomy and accountability.


Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role in a small but fast-growing business. You will have real ownership of operations, autonomy to make decisions, and the chance to shape how our Abuja office continues to develop.