HR & Operations Manager (Head of School & Strategy)

About the role

MOD Arts Academy (Lekki, Lagos) is looking for a dynamic HR & Operations Manager (Head of School & Strategy) to act as its main operational engine and growth leader. Reporting directly to the Executive Directorship, the role covers operational, administrative and strategic leadership across the academy, the orchestra and expanding business units, including the operational launch of new subsidiaries.

Key responsibilities

• Refine end-to-end HR frameworks, performance management models, corporate governance protocols and digital management platforms (ERPs/HR software)
• Drive growth across all revenue streams: direct student enrollment, B2B school partnerships, subsidiary monetization and market expansion
• Provide hands-on operational execution for new business units, setting up SOPs and structures until they are handed over to dedicated management
• Chair operational alignment meetings, oversee centralized digital student and parent records, maintain elite service standards and drive student retention

Required profile

• Solid HR background (process design, performance management, policy enforcement) combined with strong operational leadership
• Proven track record as a commercial growth leader in B2B partnerships, multi-channel marketing and revenue expansion
• Ability to project-manage and execute new business initiatives or subsidiary rollouts
• Exceptional leadership, strategic foresight and executive communication skills

Required skills

• Hands-on proficiency with digital management tools and administrative software
• Project management of new business units

The position is based in Osapa London, Lekki, Lagos, on a full-time schedule of 6 days per week (5 days on-site, 1 day off-site). Applications are sent by email with CV and cover letter, under the subject line "HR & Operations Manager - [Your Name]"; applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.