Vacancy at Knight and Bishop Consultancy Nigeria Limited

Vacancy at Knight and Bishop Consultancy Nigeria Limited

Knight and Bishop Consultancy Nigeria Limited (“Knight & Bishop”) is a project management and professional business support services organization with expertise in organizational structuring, business processes, performance enhancement and capacity building. We focus on improving and proffering solutions to the various challenges that are faced as businesses grow in a well tailored and structured manner which will bring value by guiding the execution of the business strategy, integrating the organization through efficient processes and communication and also enabling the platform for new ideas or products to emerge.
Our client operates within the real estate and services business and is a foremost provider for large serviced gated communities. As a result of recent strategic reorganization and renewal initiatives, the company is desirous of filling vacancies at executive levels and management levels with the objective of imbuing the company with the right level of executive capacity required to achieve its corporate and strategic objectives. In view of this need, our client requires highly qualified, motivated, ambitious and experienced individuals to further support her business. Potential candidates must be confident, self-motivated and result-orientated individuals who can provide executive management leadership to ensure that all set targets for the company are met and surpassed. The following positions are therefore advertised. (Attractive remuneration package)

GENERAL MANAGER ADMINISTRATION KNB/PRJ-GMAD

The successful candidate will be a member of the executive management team supervising procurement, customer service, operations and outsourced services and playing a leading role in acquiring resources and co-ordinating the efforts of team members as well as third party contractors in ensuring clients are served better. Must be able to drive staff efficiency and productivity.



Skills and competencies

• At least 10 years hands on experience in an operations management related role with 5 years in a supervisory role.
• A degree or higher diploma in Business Administration, Public Administration, Estate Management or other related fields.
• Proven experience in people management and strategic planning
• Excellent organizational skills including ability to manage multiple tasks and teams
• Working knowledge of the entire real estate value chain.

GENERAL MANAGER FINANCE KNB/PRJ-GMFIN

The successful candidate will be responsible for raising finance and providing financial management advice/support to the company in order to make sound business decisions. He/She will manage budgetary planning for both the short and long term projects, and inform the organisation on the financial implications of any decision before proceeding. In addition, care must be taken to ensure that financial practices are in line with all statutory legislation and regulations
Skills and competencies

• Minimum of 7 years cognate experience in finance and account management with a reputable organisation, preferably in the service industry or other industries of the financial sector
• A Degree in Finance or Accounting and MBA
• Additional applicable qualification including ICAN added advantage
• He/She will be responsible for Budgeting, Forecasting, Cost & Credit Control, Margin Analysis, Costing & Profitability Analysis and Management Reporting

GENERAL MANAGER FACILITIES KNB/PRJ-GMFAC

The successful candidate will be a member of the executive management team supervising facility managers and playing a leading role in acquiring sites and co-ordinating the efforts of team members as well as third party contractors or consultants in ensuring clients are served consistently.Must be able to drive revenue along staff efficiency and productivity.
Skills and competencies

• At least 10 years hands on experience in facility management with 5 years in a senior management role.
• A degree or higher diploma in Civil Engineering, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Estate Management. MBA will be an added advantage.
• Proven experience in people management and strategic planning
• Excellent organizational skills including hands on ability to manage multiple tasks and engineering teams for facility management.
• Working knowledge of the entire real estate value chain.

SENIOR FACILITY MANAGER KNB/PRJ-SFM

The successful candidate will be responsible for the management and maintenance of the Estate facilities. He/She must ensure structures and facilities are up and running in line with stipulated HSE standards and government regulations.He/She will be responsible for generating revenue with accurate reports, track queries and complaints to ensure satisfactory resolution within set timelines.
Skills and competencies

• Minimum of 8 years cognate experience in facility management in a well-structured Estate.
• A graduate in Estate Management, Engineering or related fields.
• Must have analytical skills and be able to work under pressure for year-round service delivery without compromising quality and timeliness.
• Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with clients from different racial backgrounds.
• Ability to manage teammates of technical and facility officers

HUMAN RESOURCES/ADMIN MANAGER KNB/PRJ-HRM

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining and co-ordinating the Human Resources Capital of the organisation. He/She will also actively direct and monitor the Human Resource standards of operation across the organization to ensure quality/consistency and adherence to levels of expectation through various driven platforms.
Skills and competencies

• Minimum of 5 years cognate experience in a hands-on Human Resource environment.
• B.Sc in any of the art or social science related fields.
• Possession of an added professional qualification such as an MBA or CIPM is added advantage.
• Knowledge and insights of current trends in HR and proven innate ability to lead teams for optimal performance.
• Must possess sound organisational, administrative and managerial skills as well as good people management and negotiation skills.

MARKETING MANAGERKNB/PRJ-MRT

The successful candidate will be responsible for marketing and communications tactics in support of our Estate Management services and manage advertising campaigns. He/She will act as the exclusive broker for existing and newly developed properties on and theprimary resource for both buyers and sellers of existing properties.
Skills and competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field
• 8 years’ experience in an account management role in a Real Estate firm, or equivalent time hands-on leading marketing functions on the client side
• Superior strategic planning, critical thinking, and writing skills
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience with email marketing (Constant Contact, Mailchimp, etc.)
• Marketing research (SurveyMonkey) and CRM experience are preferred

CHIEF SECURITY OFFICER KNB/PRJ-CSO

The successful candidate will work closely with the management to understand corporate requirements related to security and regulatory compliance, and to map out those requirements to current security task. Oversee the continuous monitoring and protection of the Estate, personnel and information systems. He/She will be expected to conduct thorough investigations on incidents regarding security and safety breaches
Skills and competencies

• Minimum of 8 years cognate experience in security management of a well-structured organisation out of which 3 years must be in a supervisory role.
• A graduate in any of the art or social science related fields.
• Must have analytical and intelligence gathering skills and manage relationships with various occupants.
• Ability to maintain cordial relationship and effective communication with external agencies including police, fire authorities, local community and other related services.

PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR KNB/PRJ-PN

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing existing and new leases including building relationships with private landlords and property owners. You will be responsible for safe acquisitions, renewing leases upon expiry
Skills and competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Estate Management, Architecture,Law, Economics or any related field in Social sciences.
• 3-5 years’ experience as a Property Negotiator in a Real Estate or property development firm, or related role
• You must be able to conduct property inspections, assessing their suitability and condition, as well as being able to supply statistical information on acquisitions, renewals and hand backs.
• Travel between properties may be required for this role

SECURITY MANAGER KNB/PRJ-SM

The successful candidate will work closely with the chief security officer in providing adequate protection to life and property, physical deterrence to intruders and criminals. Oversee the continuous monitoring and protection of the Estate, personnel and information systems. He/She will be responsible for patrolling the Estate at intervals for the purpose of environmental scanning and deterrence of criminal intention.
Skills and competencies

• Minimum of 7 years working in a similar position.
• Minimum of a BA or B.Sc. with a professional certification in security management.
• Knowledge of security management
• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.

LEGAL OFFICER KNB/PRJ-LO

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal advice to the company and property related matters. Assist in the review of new property contracts and service level agreements or changes to existing contracts with external service providers. He/She will also serve as a legal resource on property and administrative services and projects when the need arises.
Skills and competencies

• Minimum of 6 years cognate experience in legal practise and administration with a reputable organisation, preferably in the service industry or other industries of the financial sector
• An LLB Degree and BL in Law
• Must possess litigation/solicitors experience
• Additional applicable qualification including ICSAN added advantage
• He/She will be responsible for interpreting the implication of all regulatory and internal policy issues for the appropriate departments to ensure compliance.

SALES OFFICERS KNB/PRJ-SO

The successful candidate will be responsible for marketing and distribution of marketing materials to target markets.Manage, coordinate and motivate company sales and marketing functions to achieve required sales targets.
Skills and competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or a related field
• 5 years’ experience in sales and marketing role in a Real Estate firm, or equivalent time hands-on leading marketing functions on the client side
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Help to implement processes, procedures and tools to maximize the productivity and performance of the sales and marketing functions and to facilitate integration with other departments such as Finance

ESTATE OFFICER KNB/PRJ-ETO

The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring repairs and unit management flats, ensuring properties are being used for intended purposes and statutory charges are paid by clients at due dates. He/She must be tactful, diplomatic and have an eye for details.
Skills and competencies

• 3 years’ experience in a well-structured organisation.
• A degree in Estate Management, Building or related discipline.
• Must possess interpersonal, negotiating, analytical and numerate skills.
• Knowledgeable in dealing with tenancy applications, monitoring tenancy agreements and assessing use of property for short and long term usage.
• Must possess revenue collection skills and marketing skills

PROCUREMENT OFFICER KNB/PRJ-PRO

The successful candidate will be responsible forprocessing purchase requisitions/orders within purchasing authority and be adept in the specification and identification of technical items. He/She will be expected to work with stakeholders to determine procurement needs, quality and delivery requirements.He/She will be responsible for the invitation, assessment and making recommendations for supplier tenders, bids, quotations and proposals.
Skills and competencies

• 5 years’ experience in purchasing and supply in a reputable company with at least 3 years in a supervisory role in a property management environment.
• B.Sc./HND in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
• Possession of an added professional qualification is added advantage.
• Candidate must possess effective negotiation skills, veritable contacts with manufacturers of required items.

STORE OFFICER KNB/PRJ-STO

The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring incoming and outgoing materials from the company store in line with LPO and post to inventory software. Conduct periodical stock count, documents and report to supervisors. He/She will be in charge of raising purchase requisitions for goods that have reached reorder levels and calculate both minimum and maximum order quantity.
Skills and competencies

• 4 years’ experience in a multi-technical material stock/stores environment
• Diploma or Degree in Engineering or numerate social science
• Experience in utilizing electronic stock management system is an added advantage
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and multitasking skills.

TRANSPORT/FLEET OFFICER KNB/PRJ-FLO

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the estates fleet operations. He/She will be in charge of monitoring fleet personnel’s operations. Manage health, safety and routine checks on all vehicles and fleet clerks/drivers. Oversee strategic development and maintenance of relevant fleet records and liaise with automobile suppliers. Must be able to recruit, interview, select, coach and train fleet clerks/drivers.
Skills and competencies

• 3 year experience gained in a similar position with various vehicle industry trucks eg. Pickups
• A diploma or degree in Transport, Automobile Engineering or related courses
• Must be able to use fleet management software, tracking system and have a good knowledge of Nigerian roads.
• Good knowledge of all transport legislation, traffic regulations and procedures to ensure company compliance.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory skills.

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