Job Vacancies at FirstExcelsia Professional Services

FirstExcelsia is a firm of highly versatile and renowned Human Resources, Organisational Development and Management consultants with operations across several states in Nigeria. We have an in-depth understanding of the Nigerian business terrain and we are very passionate about partnering with indigenous organisations to develop glocalised HR solutions, processes and structures required to develop and effectively drive our clients' corporate strategies.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Experiential Marketing Business Manager

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Marketing

Summary

• We are seeking a results-driven Experiential Marketing Business Manager to lead the strategic planning, execution, and management of experiential marketing campaigns. 
• The ideal candidate will develop brand engagement strategies, oversee campaign execution, and manage client relationships.

Job Responsibilities

• Leading and managing experiential marketing projects, including product launches and brand activations.
• Collaborating with clients to understand objectives and develop marketing strategies.
• Overseeing event logistics, creative development, and execution.
• Managing budgets to ensure cost efficiency and meet financial targets.
• Preparing reports on campaign performance and post-event insights.
• Leading project teams to ensure seamless execution and adherence to timelines.
• Handling vendor management, staffing, and scheduling.
• Providing clients with post-event reports and recommendations.
• Overseeing the strategic development of brand experiences and campaign analysis.

Person Specification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field (minimum CGPA of 2.1).
• 3 - 5 years of experience in experiential marketing, brand activation, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of experiential marketing and consumer engagement.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and budgets.
• Excellent communication, storytelling, and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of digital marketing tools and platforms.
• Experience with data analysis for campaign optimization.
• Strong planning, multitasking, and leadership abilities.

Application Closing Date: 21st April, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and portfolio to: talentsearch@firstexcelsia.com using “Experiential Marketing Business Manager” as the subject of the mail.

2.) Senior Creative Strategy Executive

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Marketing

Description 

• Our client is seeking to hire a competent and driven Senior Creative Strategy Executive to join its team.
• This role involves conducting research, generating creative ideas, and collaborating with internal teams to craft compelling campaigns that drive brand engagement and business growth.
• The Senior Creative Strategy Executive will be responsible for developing and executing innovative marketing and brand strategies that align with client objectives and market trends.
• The ideal candidate should be highly creative, strategic, and have a deep understanding of consumer behavior, digital trends, and brand storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Developing and executing creative strategies that align with client goals and brand positioning.
• Conducting market research and consumer analysis to identify insights that inform campaign development.
• Collaborating with internal teams to conceptualize and implement engaging marketing campaigns.
• Generating innovative and compelling content ideas across multiple platforms, including digital, social media, and experiential marketing.
• Working closely with designers, copywriters, and production teams to bring creative concepts to life.
• Ensuring that all creative outputs align with brand guidelines and messaging consistency.
• Developing and presenting creative proposals and strategy decks to clients and stakeholders.
• Monitoring industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies to inform strategy and innovation.
• Analysing campaign performance and providing recommendations for optimisation and continuous improvement.
• Supporting the execution of brand activations, events, and experiential marketing initiatives.
• Assisting in storytelling, scripting, and ideation for video, digital, and social media content.

Person Specification

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, or any related field with at least a second-class upper division (2.1) from a reputable institution.
• 2-4 years of experience in Creative Strategy, Marketing, Advertising, or Brand Management.
• Experience working on multi-channel marketing campaigns, including digital and experiential activations.
• Ability to translate consumer insights into compelling creative strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and familiarity with creative tools such as Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for pitching ideas to clients and internal teams.
• Strong research and analytical skills to interpret data and market trends.

Annual Gross Remuneration
N2,400,000  - N3,000,000.

Application Closing Date: 15th April, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: talentsearch@firstexcelsia.com using " Snr. Creative Strategy Executive" as the subject of the mail.

3.) Senior Project Executive

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Marketing

Job Summary

• The Senior Project Executive will be responsible for supporting the execution of marketing projects, ensuring smooth planning, implementation, and delivery of experiential campaigns.
• The role holder will coordinate project teams, manage client relationships, oversee brand activations, track performance, and ensure high-quality execution in alignment with client objectives.

Job Responsibilities

• Driving marketing projects to ensure strong client relationships and value exchange.
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring project teams and budgets effectively.
• Generating and reviewing production briefs with all project stakeholders.
• Ensuring rehearsals for events and projects to maintain high-quality standards.
• Setting up and execute events and projects with a hands-on approach.
• Understanding clients' needs and objectives, ensuring clear communication of briefs.
• Liaising closely with clients throughout campaigns, providing regular updates.
• Sharing contract reports promptly after every client meeting.
• Coordinating experiential brand activities and marketing communication efforts.
• Creating and executing bespoke marketing communication solutions for clients.
• Drawing and submitting daily, weekly, and monthly reports on experiential brand activities.
• Monitoring project performance and ensure alignment with marketing goals.
• Conducting project field visits regularly to ensure execution aligns with brand objectives.
• Working on all strategic brand operations from planning to execution.
• Ensuring seamless integration of brand messaging across all experiential activities.
• Tracking and evaluating event effectiveness against client briefs and KPIs.
• Identifying and mitigating project risks to maintain seamless operations.

Person Specification

• Bachelor's degree / HND in Sciences, Social Sciences, or any related field with at least a second-class upper division (2.1) from a reputable institution.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a marketer or similar role within Commercial/Microfinance Banks.
• Basic understanding of branding, digital marketing, and marketing activation strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.

Salary
N2,600,000 - 3,000,000 Annually (Gross)

Application Closing Date: 16th May, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: talentsearch@firstexcelsia.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.