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About the job Managing Director (MD)

Job Title: Managing Director

Industry: Digital Marketing & Performance Marketing

Reports To: Group Chief Operating Officer

Location: Accra, Ghana

Work Structure: Full-Time | Onsite

Remuneration: Competitive


Client Overview
Our client is a leading Digital Marketing and Performance Marketing Agency specializing in delivering innovative, data-driven marketing solutions that help businesses accelerate growth and strengthen their market presence. The organization provides end-to-end services across digital strategy, creative design, multi-channel advertising, performance marketing, compliance management, analytics, and campaign optimization.

With a strong reputation for delivering measurable business outcomes, the company partners with both local and global brands to create high-impact marketing campaigns that improve customer engagement, brand visibility, and return on investment. Operating in a dynamic and fast-evolving digital landscape, the organization is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and building sustainable growth for its clients through technology-enabled marketing solutions.


Role Overview
Our client is seeking an accomplished and visionary Managing Director to provide strategic leadership, drive commercial growth, and oversee the overall operations of its digital marketing business. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing the company's long-term strategy, strengthening market position, driving operational excellence, and ensuring sustainable financial performance.
This executive leadership role requires a commercially astute professional with proven experience leading high-performing teams, managing business operations, building strategic partnerships, and delivering profitable business growth within the digital marketing, media, advertising, communications, or technology sectors.



Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

  • Develop and execute the organization's long-term vision, strategic objectives, and business plans.
  • Provide executive leadership across all business functions to ensure alignment with corporate goals.
  • Identify new market opportunities, emerging trends, and innovative growth strategies.
  • Foster a high-performance culture that promotes innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Drive organizational transformation initiatives that enhance competitiveness and operational efficiency.

Business Growth & Commercial Strategy

  • Develop and execute strategies to accelerate revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion.
  • Identify new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, and revenue streams.
  • Strengthen relationships with existing clients while driving new client acquisition.
  • Lead commercial negotiations with key clients, partners, and strategic stakeholders.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to inform business decisions.

Operational Leadership

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization to ensure efficient service delivery.
  • Establish operational standards, policies, and performance frameworks that support business objectives.
  • Drive process improvement initiatives that enhance productivity and customer satisfaction.
  • Ensure optimal allocation of organizational resources across business functions.
  • Monitor organizational performance and implement corrective actions where necessary.

Financial Leadership

  • Lead the preparation and execution of annual business plans, budgets, and financial forecasts.
  • Drive profitability through effective financial planning, cost optimization, and revenue management.
  • Monitor financial performance against strategic objectives.
  • Identify financial risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure prudent utilization of organizational resources and investment decisions.

Marketing & Client Engagement

  • Champion initiatives that strengthen the company's brand positioning and market visibility.
  • Oversee integrated marketing and business development strategies that generate sustainable growth.
  • Utilize market intelligence and performance analytics to guide strategic decisions.
  • Maintain strong relationships with enterprise clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.
  • Represent the organization at industry engagements, conferences, and executive forums.

People Leadership

  • Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing executive leadership team.
  • Drive talent acquisition, leadership development, succession planning, and employee engagement.
  • Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and performance-driven organizational culture.
  • Establish clear performance expectations and accountability across business units.

Corporate Governance, Risk & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws, industry regulations, and corporate governance standards.
  • Develop and maintain effective enterprise risk management frameworks.
  • Safeguard the organization's reputation through sound governance and ethical business practices.
  • Review and strengthen internal policies, controls, and operational procedures.

Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as the principal representative of the organization with clients, regulators, investors, and strategic partners.
  • Maintain effective communication with executive leadership and the Board regarding business performance.
  • Build long-term partnerships that support business growth and innovation.
  • Strengthen relationships with key industry associations, technology partners, and regulatory institutions.


Requirements

  • Education
  • Master's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Media Studies, Digital Business, or a related discipline.
  • Relevant executive or professional certifications are an added advantage.

Experience

  • Minimum of 10 years' progressive leadership experience, with at least 5 years in an executive or senior management role.
  • Proven success leading business strategy, operations, and commercial growth.
  • Experience within Digital Marketing, Advertising, Media, Marketing Communications, Technology, Digital Services, or related industries is highly preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience managing P&L, organizational transformation, and strategic partnerships.
  • Strong understanding of digital marketing ecosystems, customer acquisition strategies, media buying, analytics, and performance marketing.


Core Competencies

  • Executive Leadership
  • Strategic Planning & Business Growth
  • Commercial & Revenue Management
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • Business Development
  • Financial Management & Budgeting
  • Performance Marketing
  • Operational Excellence
  • Corporate Governance
  • Stakeholder & Client Relationship Management
  • Change Management
  • Risk Management
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Negotiation & Influencing Skills
  • Communication & Executive Presence
  • Ideal Candidate Profile



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