Commercial Strategy Officer

About this role

The Commercial Strategy Officer is a full-time, on-site role in Victoria Island, Lagos. The position focuses on developing and executing commercial strategies to drive revenue growth, market expansion and customer retention for Mixta Africa’s infrastructure and real estate portfolio. The role involves market analysis, identifying opportunities, and designing product strategies aligned with the company’s goals, with collaboration across multiple internal teams. It requires adapting quickly in a fast-paced environment and taking a product from concept to implementation. The role supports growth through data-driven insights and cross-functional execution.

What you would do

• Conduct market research and feasibility studies to identify new real estate opportunities.
• Analyse market trends, customer behaviour and competitor strategies to inform commercial decisions.
• Develop data-driven recommendations for new product development and market expansion.
• Define the commercial roadmap and identify high-impact initiatives in collaboration with the Head of Commercial Strategy.
• Support end-to-end product development, from conceptualisation to go-to-market strategies and financial projections.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Finance and Project Development to launch and scale new products.
• Evaluate monetisation strategies to align with revenue growth objectives.
• Align commercial strategies with customer needs and market demands in cross-functional work.
• Partner with Finance, Legal and Operations to ensure viability and compliance of initiatives.
• Identify and test new business models and stay updated on PropTech and real estate trends.

What they are asking for

• 4-5 years of experience in business strategy, product development, commercial analysis or related roles in real estate, consulting, investment banking or venture building.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Marketing or related field; advanced degree or professional certification is an advantage.
• Experience in real estate, infrastructure or related sectors within Africa is beneficial.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in Excel and business reporting tools.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in planning, business development or strategy.
• Excellent communication skills to present information clearly and influence stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Proficiency in customer service and relationship management with focus on client satisfaction and partnerships.
• Proven sales experience or close collaboration with sales teams, including setting targets and tracking performance.

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