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Our client is a reputable hotel in Lagos with vacancies in the following positions:

(1) Hotel Manager: Candidates should have a degree and have about 7 years in the hospitality industry (preferably in a well-structured and reputable hotel). Candidates for this role should have strong experience working in or overseeing the different aspects of a hotel's operations

(2) Receptionists/Front Desk Officers: Candidates should have between 1-3 years experience managing front desk/guest relations functions in a good hotel. Candidates should have a strong customer service orientation and excellent communication skills. Ability to use booking software is a plus.

(3) House Keepers: Experience of at least 1 year with house keeping in a reputable hotel is required.

For all roles, preference will be given to candidates who live in or around the Ikeja/Maryland axis and environs.

Interested candidates should send their CVs as a Microsoft Word attachment to jobs@bpsolutionsafrica.com with the subject of the email as the role being applied for before 5pm on Thursday 29th December 2016

A client in the oil and gas servicing industry with its Head Office in Ikoyi, Lagos is seeking to hire a Facility Officer.

Requirements for this role include the following:
1) 1st Degree
2) Minimum of 3 years experience managing a corporate facility in a structured environment
3) Ability to manage relationships with vendors contracted by the organization to ensure that they deliver on their Service Agreements


Qualified candidates should send their CVs to jobs@bpsolutionsafrica.com before 4pm on Tuesday 8th of November 2016.

Our Client is a clear market leader in the luxury home automation industry in Nigeria.

As part of their expansion, they require the services of Sales Executives focussing on a client base of High Networth Individuals and organizations.

Key requirements for this role include:
(1) Minimum of a 1st Degree
(2) Previous sales experience of between 1-4 years in a structured sales environment in an industry focussed on luxury/lifestyle products/services (eg luxury real estate, luxury hospitality services, luxury jewelry, luxury travel services or luxury furnishings/furniture/home decor products etc)
(3) Experience with selling to a client-base of high networth individuals
(4) Strong communication and presentation skills


Interested and qualified candidates should send a copy of their CV in Ms Word format and also a short note in the body of the email stating their current location , current and expected remuneration and years of experience. Subject of the email should be Luxury Sales Executive.

CVs should be sent to jobs@bpsolutionsafrica.com before 5pm on Friday 4th November 2016.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

As a recruiter with almost 15 years experience recruiting for top multinationals and local companies across Africa, I find that many good candidates shoot themselves in the foot with some very avoidable mistakes they make when applying for job openings.

I will focus on young graduates (in the 0-2 years experience range) in this post. I will write about more experienced candidates in subsequent posts (if I find the time to write).

(1) Not following simple instructions: When a recruiter tells you to send your CV in a particular format, or send an email with a particular subject heading or write a short essay etc, he/she must have a reason for those instructions. Primarily, it is to filter out candidates and also make his/her job easy when shortlisting candidates.

If you have to shortlist maybe 10 candidates from a pool of like 5000 CVs sent via email or even a recruitment portal, you would want to do this in the easiest way possible.

When a recruiter includes very simple instructions and you choose not to comply, you are telling the recruiter that (1) You are unable to follow instructions and/or (2) You are a lazy person who does not pay attention to details. Either way, you would hardly be contacted because the software would either filter you out or in the case where the shortlisting is done manually, the recruiter will not even look at your CV.

So instead of just praying for divine favour (which is not a bad thing), also favour yourself by complying with simple instructions

(2) Sending CVs as picture files or in-line text: This is truly a very ignorant practice by job applicants/candidates. Many candidates in 2016 still send a scanned or camera-snapped picture of their CVs to recruiters. Just recently, my firm was helping a big healthcare group find highly specialized doctors. Amazingly, one of the candidates simply snapped pictures of his printed CV and sent it as an attachment.

Another related practice is where a candidate pastes the content of his CV inside the body of the email instead of attaching it. These are wrong practices. Unless a recruiter requests for your CV in any other format, the professional formats for sending CVs are Microsoft Word or PDF.

(3) Inappropriate File Names for CVs : The recruiter often lives a very stressed life. Don't make it harder for him or her. The recruiter is typically meant to send your CV to either the client or the hiring manager. The more work you make him/her do on your CV, the less likely it would be sent to the client/hiring manager especially if there are other suitable candidates with less issues.

When sending your CV as an attachment, please name the file as your name. If your name is Abdul Okoro, then name the file as Abdul Okoro or Abdul Okoro CV. Don't name it as My CV or CV1 or something like that. It makes the recruiter's life a little more difficult especially for volume roles.

(4) Having just one version of your CV/Cover Letter : It is always amazing to find candidates send the same CV or Cover letter to ALL jobs they apply for. This is just sheer laziness. If you are too lazy to review and edit your CV each time, you are probably too lazy to work. It is very unfortunate to find a candidate send a cover letter stating he is applying for a Sales executive role when the role advertised is probably a customer service role. It shows unseriousness on your part.

(5) Not Reading the Job Descriptions: Most of the information you require to apply for a job would often be in the job description. Many times, applicants only focus on the email address or website they should apply through. Key instructions and information about the role or application process that would ordinarily be stated in the job description or other parts of the advert are missed and this often leads to doing something wrong while applying.

I will stop here for now. But please take your job search seriously. Sending CVs all over the place may seem like effort but it helps to make your efforts smarter by doing the above and more.

All the best.

Our client in the Oil & Gas Servicing sector based in Ikoyi, Lagos requires the services of a front desk officer.

The preferred candidate should be female with a minimum of a 1st Degree, possessing strong communication skills and an engaging personality.

Previous experience (1-2 years experience) in a front desk role in a structured environment is a MUST.

Interested and qualified candidates should send CVs in Ms Word format with a short cover letter in the body of the email to jobs@bpsolutionsafrica.com with the subject "Front Desk Officer" before 5pm on Tuesday 1st November, 2016.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Our client is part of a Global online sports entertainment franchise based in Lagos. As part of its expansion, it requires the services of online customer support executives to manage interactions and engagement with its customers and provide first level support to its customers using online and social media channels like (live chat, twitter and email).

Requirements for this role include:
1) A first degree. (a strong candidate that meets ALL the other requirements but with a diploma may also be considered)
2) Excellent oral and written communication skills
3) Strong passion for and extensive knowledge of sports (especially football)
4) Ability to effectively use social media platforms and email
5) 1-3 YEARS EXPERIENCE WORKING IN THE CALL CENTRE OR CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT OF ANY SPORTS ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY OR ANY OTHER COMPANY WITH A STRONG ONLINE/SOCIAL MEDIA CUSTOMER CARE DEPARTMENT.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs in Ms Word format to jobs@bpsolutionsafrica.com before close of work on Friday 28 October 2016 with ONLINE CUSTOMER SUPPORT EXECUTIVE as the Email Subject. In the body of the email, please write a SHORT essay on WHY I SHOULD BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE. Please DO NOT apply if you do not meet the qualifications stated above.

Only qualified shortlisetd candidates will be contacted.

Our Client, a manufacturing company producing a wide range of cosmetics and beauty care products is seeking to hire Quality control officers in its quality/laboratory department.

Preferred candidates must have a degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry,Microbiology, Industrial Chemistry or Science Laboratory Technology with at least 2 years experience in a manufacturing firm.

Interested candidates should send their CVs to jobs@bpsolutionsafrica.com with the subject QUALITY CONTROL OFFICERS before noon on Friday 30th September 2016.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

A confectionary company based around Gbagada, Lagos seeks to hire an accountant with hands-on experience in quick-books and payroll management.

Candidates should also be able to use Excel.

Preferred candidates should be resident around Gbagada, Anthony, Maryland, Ilupeju, Mushin or Ikeja axis.

Please send CV to talentsearchglobal@gmail.com before end of Thursday 21 January 2016.

DgRaNdShErifF:
Sir, thanks for heads up.
I've got a concern though. I chose lagos as my test centre and has since got the details of my PBT test. Infact, I got the invite/details the same day (on Tuesday eve) invites were sent to all successful applicants. This is an excerpt of the invite:

Dear Dgrandsheriff,

We are pleased to inform you that you were
successful at the online assessment and you
will be progressing to the next phase of the
recruitment which is a Paper Based Test.
Kindly see your schedule as follows;

Venue: Workforce Group, Plot 9, Block A,
Gbagada Industrial Scheme, Beside UPS
Gbagada Expressway, Gbagada, Lagos.
Date: Tuesday November 24, 2015
Time: 9:00AM

You are required to come along with a form of
identification, HB pencil, a copy of this Letter
and a passport picture affixed to the copy of
this mail.
Do not bring any calculator.

Note: if you are successful at the Paper Based Test,you will be invited for an assessment in Lagos state by the bank next week. Please make proper travel arrangements.

Please acknowledge this mail by confirming
your availability for the test.

Now my concern is, was my test details sent in error? coz you said those successful for Lagos will start getting their invites from next week or upper week. As a matter of fact, it seems like I'm the only one who has got the test details for Lagos.

Please, clear my doubt; as I won't want a disappointing situation when I zoom in Lagos.

No it wasn't sent in error. I'm sure you are currently resident in Edo or Delta. Those from that region who chose Lagos as their test center have been invited for next week.

Guys, do not allow anyone deceive you that anybody has started receiving success mails and invitations for interviews.

Success mails and invitation for interview will only start coming in from Monday/Tuesday.

Those who chose Lagos as their test centre will need to exercise some patience. You will be invited in batches for your test starting next week or upper week.


All the best to those writing their PBT today.

Dahveydson:
If it was that, they would have done it through peopleplus. I don't know sha

You are right. It is NOT Zenith Bank. The guy just faked the email to deceive others.

If someone actually sent you this, you are being scammed.

I can tell you AUTHORITATIVELY that the bank being recruited for is NOT Zenith Bank.

It's either someone is trying to deceive you or just fabricated this fake email to deceive others.

chaddy16:
ZENITH BANK PANEL INTERVIEW

Dear YYY,
Please be informed that you were successful at the paper based test held at workforce group Beside Lakeview Homes Phase 1, Behind Setraco, Along Mabushi Express way, Abuja on Thursday November 19, 2015 and have been scheduled for a Panel Interview scheduled to hold as follows:

Date: Wednesday November 25, 2015
Time: 11:00am prompt
Venue: Victoria Island - Plot 84, Ajose Adeogun Street, Victoria Island, Lagos State.

You are required to come along with a copy of this invite, 2 copies of your CV (using the attached template), a passport photograph, Original NYSC discharge certificate, First Degree certificate( Original and Photocopy), WAEC Certificate (Original and Photocopy) and Birth certificate (Original and Photocopy)

Kindly respond to this e-mail to confirm your availability


Anybody with me?

I can confirm that this is actually genuine.

It is a Graduate Management Trainee role in one of the top banks. It is NOT a contract job. It is a permanent full time employment opportunity.

For those who meet the criteria and are shortlisted, prepare to write an aptitude test in less than a week from now.

Wish you all the best.

fodiyo:
location please.
Also check and be sure that this email address is correct

Location is Ikoyi, Lagos.

Yes the address is correct: jobs@wfmcentre.com

The services of an experienced accountant with 3-5 years experience is required by a multinational client.

This is a temporary position that will last between 5-7 months.

Interested candidates must have very strong excel skills and very strong experience in budgeting and planning.
ACA or ACCA qualification is an added advantage.

Please send CVs(only if you qualify) to jobs@wfmcentre.com with the subject "Temp Accountant"

Onyeka32:
I smell. Full time scam

Please check the history of my job posts before you make unsubstantiated claims

bomafelix:
Job Location Please!

Gbagada, Lagos

A start up company requires the services of a project manager to help implement the execution of its launch strategy by ensuring strict adherence to time lines in the strategy document.

The project manager will be required to start almost immediately if found suitable. Interested candidates must have a 1st degree, a project management certification and experience in managing a project management office (PMO).

Pay is about 200k per month for the 3 months.

Interested and QUALIFIED candidates should send CVs via email to talentsearchglobal@gmail.com with the subject Project Manager.

A multinational company is looking to hire very brilliant grads into its grad program.

If you have minimum of a 2nd Class Upper degree, a business related Masters Degree and between 1-3 years (maximum of 3 years) experience in sales/marketing/customer service, this may be the right opportunity for you.

Send your CV to the recruiters at jobs@wfmcentre.com before the end of Wednesday May 6. Email Subject should be "Multinational Grad Opportunity"

Please only interested candidates who meet ALL the pre-requisites above should send their CVs.

An organization that specializes in providing management consulting services requires the services of a finance assistant. The candidate is required to support the head of finance in the day-to-day running of the department

The candidate will be expected to have understanding of accounting principles and some knowledge of quick-books accounting software. Candidate should have a minimum of OND in accounting.

Qualified candidates should send their CV to talentsearchglobal@gmail.com

Our client, a reputable organization in the food processing industry requires SALES EXECUTIVES who are resident in Ogun State for employment.

Candidates are expected to have at least an OND and MUST BE resident in Ogun State ( key areas are Ota, Shagamu, Ijebu-Ode and Abeokuta). Salary is about 70k monthly guaranteed. Monthly bonuses will be paid based on performance and standard benefits like medical cover, leave allowance etc also apply.

Candidates must demonstrate a passion for building a career in sales in a structured organization.

Interested candidates should send their CVs to talentsearchglobal@gmail.com with the subject SALES EXECUTIVE--OGUN STATE.

Just to add that candidates should be willing to start almost immediately if successful at the interview.

A multinational FMCG company requires the services of experienced recruitment specialists to work on a high volume recruitment project for about 9 months.

Interested candidates should have at least 2 years experience in recruitment management and administration and should have verifiable experience in sourcing and pre-screening candidates, as well as experience in managing and running assessment centers.

Interested and qualified persons should send their CVs to talentsearchglobal@gmail.com with the subject "PROJECT RECRUITER". Interviews will be scheduled almost immediately as the project has started already and the need to engage recruiters is very urgent.