Regional Operations Manager Nigeria

Job Title: Regional Operations Manager Nigeria

Employer: Cinq Music Group

Classification: Contractor

Reports to: Head of Europe / A&R East Coast

Location: Nigeria / Remote but Hybrid in the Future

About the Company:

Cinq Music is a technology-driven record label, distribution, and rights management company. Cinq’s repertoire has won Grammy awards, dozens of Gold and Platinum RIAA certifications, and numerous number one chart positions on a variety of Billboard charts. The repertoire includes heavyweights such as Janet Jackson, Anuel, T.I., Daddy Yankee, Sean Kingston, Bad Bunny and hundreds more. We have a flexible, creative environment, and pride ourselves on providing a fun and unique place to work.

About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned and hands-on Regional Operations Manager to oversee and scale our operations in Nigeria. This role is critical in ensuring operational excellence, team oversight, and infrastructure development as we continue expanding our presence in the region.

The ideal candidate will bring strong general management experience and the ability to balance strategic oversight with day-to-day operational execution. This individual will serve as the operational lead for Nigeria, supporting regional strategy, strengthening infrastructure, and ensuring alignment with global objectives.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all day-to-day operations within the Nigeria office, ensuring efficiency and structure
• Supervise payroll processing and administrative functions to ensure compliance and accuracy
• Lead and coordinate the existing local team, conducting regular meetings to track projects, priorities, and results
• Provide hands-on operational support while ensuring alignment with company objectives
• Oversee the build-out and infrastructure development of the office, including procurement of equipment and operational resources
• Establish and implement processes to support scalable growth
• Monitor performance metrics and operational effectiveness, identifying areas for improvement
• Act as the key operational point of contact for leadership regarding regional activities
• Support regional growth initiatives, including talent evaluation and potential signing processes

Experience and Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience in general management, operations leadership, or similar roles
• Proven experience managing teams and overseeing operational processes
• Strong understanding of business functions including payroll, administration, and office management
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
• Solid understanding of the music industry, including terminology, release workflows (EPs, singles, albums), artist development, and regional signing processes, is strongly preferred.
• Experience working in emerging or high-growth markets is a plus
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to operate independently and build structure in developing environments
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to scale operations efficiently

CInq Music is a GoDigital Media Group company and we operate with the following core values:

1. Personal Improvement & Wellbeing
2. Empowered Thinking
3. Integrity & Fairness
4. Service

Additional Information:

Cinq Music is a GoDigital Media Group company that is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our community. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race (or traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision-making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), sexual orientation, veteran or military status.