Head of Operations & Business Development, Nigeria

Blockchain.com is the world's leading software platform for digital assets. Offering the largest production blockchain platform in the world, we share the passion to code, create, and ultimately build an open, accessible and fair financial future, one piece of software at a time.

We are seeking an outstanding leader to join our fast-growing team as Head of Operations & Business Development, Nigeria. This role, reporting to the General Manager, Africa, will be responsible for overseeing regulated operations and strategic partnerships in Nigeria.

We are looking for a highly motivated, adaptable, and collaborative professional who can handle ambiguity and enjoys building. If you have experience in a fast-paced environment and are looking for an opportunity to be a member of an industry-leading team in the digital asset space, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Oversee the company’s regulated operations under the Nigerian VASP regulatory framework, guiding internal processes and product enhancements


• Collaborate closely with the General Manager, Africa and key global stakeholders to develop strategies for engaging customers and increasing customer acquisition


• Manage key-account customer relationships


• Manage business relationships and integration initiatives with banks and payment partners


• Forge strategic partnerships in-market to accelerate digital asset adoption and build on Blockchain.com’s existing reputation for excellence


• Create and implement innovative strategies to improve operational standards, shape the business framework, and drive day-to-day execution


• Evaluate customer insights to identify, develop, and execute initiatives to grow revenue and market share 


• Support Blockchain.com marketing, community outreach, and operational initiatives in Nigeria.


• Participate in new product and service development, driving product-market fit


• Maintain active dialogue with the digital asset industry and Nigerian business community to understand and meet market needs. 


• Manage other responsibilities assigned by the General Manager, Africa.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor's degree


• Interest in and familiarity with digital asset and regulated financial industries


• Entrepreneurial mindset with excellent attention to detail and follow through


• Experience and proven track record in the Nigerian market leading regulated operations, business development, and/or account management


• Experience managing and scaling a team 


• Ability to work a flexible full-time schedule to coordinate with global stakeholders


• Excellent organizational and workload management skills, especially with respect to verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills


• Ability to creatively deconstruct complex problems and develop precise plans of action

COMPENSATION & PERKS

• Bonus scheme based on both company and individual performance


• The opportunity to be a key player and build your career at a rapidly expanding, global technology company in an exciting, emerging industry.


• Unlimited vacation policy; work hard and take time when you need it.


• Apple equipment provided by the company


• Hybrid role from our office in Nigeria


• Work from Anywhere Policies

Blockchain is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, and apprenticeship. Blockchain makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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