Business Head

IndiHire

Management & Business Development

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Head to lead the overall operations, strategy, and growth of our Oil & Gas business in Nigeria. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial and operational background, deep knowledge of oil & gas sector, and proven leadership experience in driving performance, profitability, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Business Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement strategic business plans to achieve growth and profitability targets.
• Provide leadership to all functional heads (operations, commercial, finance, HR, HSE, etc.).
• Align company goals with market opportunities and regulatory developments.

2. Operational Oversight

• Ensure efficient management of upstream/downstream/midstream operations (as applicable).
• Drive operational excellence, cost efficiency, and productivity across departments.
• Lead performance monitoring, reporting, and operational reviews.

3. Financial & Commercial Management

• Drive revenue growth, cost optimization, and profitability.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance metrics.
• Build and manage client relationships, contracts, and commercial negotiations.

4. Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with Nigerian oil & gas regulations (e.g., NUPRC, NNPC, DPR).
• Liaise with government agencies, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain best practices in HSE and sustainability.

5. Business Development

• Identify and pursue new opportunities (exploration licenses, supply contracts, partnerships).
• Expand business into new markets or service lines where feasible.
• Represent the company in industry events, forums, and high-level meetings.

6. Team Development & Leadership

• Build and nurture a high-performing leadership team.
• Champion a culture of accountability, integrity, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Lead talent acquisition, development, and succession planning for key roles.

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas sector, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience in managing P&L, driving growth, and leading multidisciplinary teams.
Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and decision-making skills.

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