Chief Commercial Officer

• Develop and execute commercial strategies to achieve business objectives and revenue targets.

• Oversee the Client Acquisition, Partnerships, and Business Development teams.

• Identify new market opportunities and lead initiatives to penetrate those markets.

• Build and manage strategic partnerships to grow the company’s brand and client base.

• Set and monitor KPIs for commercial activities, ensuring measurable growth.

• Collaborate with cross-functional departments (Agency Operations, Finance, Strategy) to align client solutions with internal capabilities.

• Represent the company in high-stakes negotiations and partnerships.

• Provide market intelligence and competitor insights to inform strategy.

• Report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and play an active role in the leadership team.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior commercial or business development role.

• Prior experience in marketing, digital, media, or consulting industries is essential.

• Proven success in revenue growth, partnerships, and strategic planning.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Strategy, or a related field.

• Strong leadership and team-building experience.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and decision-making skills.

• MBA or Master’s degree in Business Administration or Strategy.

• Experience working with or within creative or marketing agencies.

• Strong understanding of the African business environment and consumer behavior.

• Familiarity with CRM systems and data-driven sales processes.

RS Hunter