General Manager- AAM

African Assets Acquisition is seeking a high-caliber, strategic, and growth-oriented General Manager to direct corporate operations, lead key asset acquisition initiatives, and drive long-term business performance across regional markets. The ideal candidate will bridge executive governance with hands-on operational execution—ensuring strict capital efficiency, risk mitigation, seamless portfolio management, and strategic market expansion.

This executive position offers a direct, performance-backed growth trajectory toward Chief Executive Officer (CEO) leadership and equity stakeholder ownership within the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Board Alignment Partner directly with the Executive Board and President to define, refine, and execute the company’s asset acquisition and growth strategy. Translate top-level strategic objectives into actionable operational roadmaps, investment criteria, and team performance metrics. Prepare comprehensive executive reports, financial valuations, and quarterly P&L analysis for board review.

Operational Excellence & Asset Management Direct day-to-day business unit operations to ensure optimal asset utilization, portfolio performance, and administrative efficiency. Formulate, standardize, and enforce rigorous Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), due diligence protocols, and risk governance frameworks. Oversee manpower planning, cross-functional team management, and talent performance optimization.

Financial Growth & Capital Allocation Drive portfolio revenue growth, capital deployment efficiency, and operational margin optimization in alignment with board mandates. Oversee operational budgeting, cash flow forecasting, asset yield performance, and resource distribution. Monitor operational KPIs and execute data-driven strategies to lower management overhead while maximizing return on capital.

Deal Origination & Stakeholder Relations Identify, evaluate, and capitalize on high-yielding asset acquisition opportunities across targeted regional markets. Build and sustain relationships with key corporate clients, financial institutions, co-investors, and ecosystem partners. Represent African Assets Acquisition at high-level corporate forums, investment summits, and strategic negotiations.

Requirements

8+ years of progressive corporate leadership experience, with at least 3–5 years in a General Manager, operations head, or asset management role.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Management, or related field; an MBA or relevant post-graduate degree is strongly preferred. Asset & Financial Acumen: Solid background in P&L management, budget control, deal structure analysis, and asset performance tracking. Strategic Execution: Proven capability in managing complex business portfolios, negotiating transactions, and executing cross-border growth plans.

Leadership & Executive Presence: Exceptional communication, negotiation, team coaching, and board-level reporting capabilities. Entrepreneurial Drive: Strong ambition to progress into a CEO position and build long-term value as an equity stakeholder .

Benefits

Compensation

& Performance Structure Base Salary: ₦350,000 monthly Target Achievement Bonus: Up to ₦500,000 monthly upon attaining defined financial, acquisition, and operational targets Commission: Tiered performance commissions for deal origination, asset growth, and revenue surpassing target thresholds Growth & Equity Pathway: Structured advancement pipeline to CEO and eligibility for equity stakeholder allocation based on sustained board-level milestones and organizational expansion Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Matrix Domain Key Indicator & Focus Area Target Impact & Reward Trigger Financial Performance Portfolio yield growth, budget adherence, and revenue optimization Triggers ₦500,000 monthly bonus & above-target commissions Operational Efficiency SOP enforcement, transaction speed, and overhead cost management Core benchmark for annual operational evaluation Team Leadership Productivity, team retention, and operational continuity Evaluated for CEO succession readiness Asset Expansion Successful deal execution and strategic partnership development Key requirement for Equity Stakeholder qualification