Marketing & Growt Specialist

Duties & Responsibilities

A Marketing and Growth Specialist typically has a wide range of responsibilities, which can include:

- Hire, train, and supervise staff, including managers and executives
- Develop and implement business plans to achieve short and long-term goals
- Research and analyze market trends, demographics, pricing strategies, and other information that affects the company’s business
- Oversee daily operations of the company and make decisions regarding personnel, sales, operations, marketing, and other issues
- Meet with clients, vendors, and other business partners to discuss company initiatives and negotiate contracts, including developing terms and conditions of agreements
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, such as shareholders, board members, and employees
- Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and conferences
- Serve as a spokesperson for the company in the media and other public forums
- Write reports and deliver presentations to upper management, shareholders, and other groups
- Managing budgets and finances for departments within an organization
- Reviewing financial reports and making recommendations for improvements to business operations based on findings
- Evaluate the performance of the company and its employees and take corrective action when necessary
- Plan and oversee the launch of new products and services
- Establishing company policies and procedures for all departments within the company
- Developing and presenting proposals to prospective clients to win new business
- Managing employee performance by providing feedback and coaching to improve job skills
- Creating business plans for new ventures or divisions within an existing company
- Planning and coordinating events such as business meetings or social gatherings

Required Skills and Qualifications

- A bachelor's degree in business, economics, or related field (MBA is an added advantage)
- 5-10 years experience in business management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
- Strong marketing and sales skills
- Ability to identify new business opportunities and understand how to capitalize on them
- Proven track record of successful business ventures
- Strong understanding of financial analysis and budgeting
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Strategic thinker with the ability to see the big picture
- Experience in the immigration industry is an added advantage
- Experience in operations, and human resource management are added advantage