Operations Manager

About this role

A Lagos-based luxury event management company is hiring an Operations Manager to oversee daily operations, coordinate event logistics, manage resources, and ensure high standards of delivery for weddings, corporate events, and other luxury celebrations. The role combines operational leadership with a focus on décor aesthetics and creative presentation, including mood boards, client proposals, and use of design tools. The position reports to the CEO and a Business Operations & Performance Manager, and requires balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution in a full-time role across Surulere or Lekki, Lagos. The company operates in the events and luxury décor space, delivering planning, coordination and décor services. The role entails working Monday to Saturday with additional hours as required for events.

What you would do

• Manage day-to-day business operations and cross-department coordination.
• Plan and coordinate event logistics including vendor management, equipment rentals, staff scheduling, and transportation.
• Supervise event setup, execution and breakdown to meet client and company standards.
• Oversee inventory of décor materials, equipment and supplies.
• Implement operational procedures, quality standards and health and safety protocols.
• Monitor budgets, timelines and resource utilisation; identify and address inefficiencies.
• Develop mood boards and contribute design concepts for luxury events.
• Prepare client proposals, presentations and concept documents.
• Use Canva, PowerPoint and AI tools to create client-facing materials.
• Collaborate with CEO, Project Manager and vendors to translate concepts into execution.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Event Management or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant operations management experience, preferably in events, hospitality or creative industries.
• Proven experience coordinating event logistics, vendors and operational teams.
• Strong organisational, leadership, multitasking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation abilities.
• Keen eye for luxury décor, aesthetics and styling; able to create mood boards and proposals.
• Proficiency in Canva and Microsoft PowerPoint; experience with AI tools for design/presentation.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Workspace and project management tools.
• Ability to work independently under pressure; flexible to work evenings, Sundays and additional hours as needed.
• Knowledge of Lagos venues, vendors and regulatory requirements is an advantage.

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