SENIOR GENERAL MANAGER AT BOLT NIGERIA

About Company:

Bolt (formally Taxify) is one of the fastest growing startups in the world with over 30M happy customers in 30+ countries, from Europe to Mexico to Africa. We’re building a ride-hailing app to connect millions of riders and drivers around the world to make travel easier, quicker and more reliable.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Description:

• Are you ready to lead in two of Africa’s most dynamic and competitive mobility markets? Bolt is looking for a Senior General Manager (SGM) to oversee our Ride Hailing business across Nigeria and Ghana.
• This is a senior leadership role where strategy meets execution, and where your decisions will directly shape the future of urban mobility in West Africa.
• As SGM, you’ll own the performance of two critical markets, drive sustainable growth, and ensure Bolt remains the platform of choice for both drivers and riders.
• You’ll build and nurture high-level relationships, from regulators and government officials to local communities and business partners while keeping our teams engaged, motivated, and delivering at the highest level.

About The Role

• This is not just a management role, it’s an opportunity to lead transformational impact at scale. You’ll collaborate closely with HQ teams (Growth Analytics, Expansion, Central Operations, Marketing, Product, Regulatory, CS), report directly to the Regional Director for Africa & Southeast Asia, and inspire teams in two countries that are central to Bolt’s Africa growth story. Nigeria and Ghana are core growth markets for Bolt in Africa: fast-paced, competitive, and full of opportunity. As Senior GM, you’ll have the chance to shape the mobility landscape in two countries, drive measurable impact at scale, and leave a lasting mark on Bolt’s Africa journey. You’ll work with passionate teams, bold stakeholders, and some of the most exciting mobility challenges anywhere in the world.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Lead strategic and annual business planning for Nigeria and Ghana, ensuring bold plans are translated into strong execution
• Identify country specific risks, trends, and opportunities, and create tailored responses to drive growth and mitigate challenges.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and financial performance, ensuring efficiency and maximum impact from investments.
• Design and implement in-market expansion strategies and launch new services/features to strengthen our competitive edge.
• Own the P&L for both markets, delivering consistently against ambitious KPIs.
• Lead and inspire high-performing teams across Nigeria and Ghana

Requirements:

• You have at least 7 years of leadership experience in fast-paced, highgrowrth environment.
• Proven track record in P&L management and delivering results
• Experience in commercial operations, with leadership in complex, high-growth settings
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to identify growth levers across multiple markets.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage complex projects and priorities simultaneously.

Remuneration
Why you’ll love it here:

• Play a direct role in shaping the future of mobility.
• Impact millions of customers and partners in 600+ cities across 50+ countries.
• Work in fast-moving autonomous teams with some of the smartest people in the world.
• Accelerate your professional growth with unique career opportunities.
• Get a rewarding salary and stock option package that lets you focus on doing your best work.
• Enjoy the flexibility of working in a hybrid mode with a minimum of 2 days in the office each week to foster strong connections and teamwork.
• Take care of your physical and mental health with our wellness perks*.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

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