MARKETING MANAGER - AFRICA AT CONTROL RISKS | MARKETING MANAGER JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Control Risks is an independent, global risk consultancy specialising in political, integrity and security risk. We help some of the most influential organisations in the world to understand and manage the risks and opportunities of operating in complex or hostile environments. 

Job Description:

As a Marketing Manager at Control Risks, you will be a strategic architect of our brand’s influence across the globe, with a specific focus on the African continent. This role is designed for a creative, data-driven professional who can balance global consistency (80%) with deep regional relevance (20%). You will partner with world-class Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to translate complex geopolitical and security risks into compelling commercial value propositions. From high-touch executive events to multi-channel digital thought leadership, you will own the full marketing funnel, driving both brand credibility and qualified lead generation for our global consulting practices.

Requirements:

1. Full-Funnel Campaign & Event Orchestration

• Multi-Channel Delivery: Lead the development and execution of integrated B2B campaigns targeting C-suite decision-makers across digital, social, and offline channels.

• Sales Enablement: Brief the in-house Brand team to produce high-impact collateral and tools that empower our account management teams to close complex deals.

• High-Stakes Events: Plan and execute premium in-person and virtual events, ensuring seamless client experiences and rigorous post-event ROI reporting.

2. Content Strategy & Thought Leadership

• SME Collaboration: Work alongside consultants and risk analysts to extract insights and shape them into authoritative thought leadership content.

• Messaging Mastery: Craft clear, concise, and persuasive messaging on complex global topics, ensuring our voice remains the "gold standard" in the risk consulting industry.

• Asset Coordination: Manage the creation of a diverse asset library, including long-form reports, email sequences, and social media content tailored for LinkedIn and other corporate platforms.

3. Performance Analytics & Commercial Growth

• CRM Governance: Track all campaign activity within Microsoft Dynamics 365, ensuring data integrity and adherence to global marketing processes.

• Insight-Driven Optimization: Analyze qualitative and quantitative metrics to measure campaign performance, presenting findings to senior stakeholders to guide future investment.

• Budget Stewardship: Manage regional marketing budgets and supplier relationships (agencies, event organizers) with high commercial acumen.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Experience & Education

• Academics: Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or a related business field.

• Tenure: 3–5 years of experience in B2B professional services marketing, with a proven track record in the African market.

• Matrix Navigating: Demonstrated experience collaborating with global stakeholders across different time zones and cultures.

Technical & Core Competencies

• Tech Stack Mastery: High proficiency in MS Dynamics 365, ClickDimensions, Eventbrite, and GoToWebinar. Familiarity with AI platforms for marketing optimization is a plus.

• Content Expertise: Exceptional copywriting and editing skills, with the ability to articulate complex value propositions.

• Project Leadership: Strong organizational skills to manage a high-volume calendar of activity under pressure.

• Commercial Sense: An understanding of business growth strategies and the ability to link marketing activity to revenue outcomes.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified? Go to Control Risks on jobs.workable.com to apply