Recruitment at Pulse Nigeria

Pulse is Africa’s leading innovative media company, informing and engaging Africa’s young audience – and providing expansive media reach and creative marketing solutions to partners. We run news websites and social channels and marketing and production across Francophone and Anglophone West Africa and East Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resources Associate

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

The Role

• We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Human Resources Associate to join Pulse Nigeria.
• In this role, you will play a key part in keeping our HR operations running smoothly, supporting recruitment, onboarding, performance management and employee engagement.
• You will work closely with the HR Manager to implement policies and initiatives that strengthen our culture, boost our employer brand and drive business growth.
• The ideal candidate is organised, collaborative and passionate about people. If you are eager to grow your HR career, love creating positive workplace experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment, this is the role for you.

Responsibilities
Implementation of HR Initiatives:

• Support the HR Manager in rolling out key HR initiatives, including policies, programs and processes that align with Pulse’s mission, vision, values and overall business objectives.
• Assist in ensuring these initiatives are effectively communicated and implemented across the organisation.

HR Support & Problem-Solving:

• Assist in gathering relevant information and conducting initial assessments of HR-related challenges.
• Provide timely and accurate support in offering objective advice, guidance and recommendations to managers under the supervision of the HR Manager.

HR Metrics & Reporting:

• Manage the process of tracking, compiling and reporting on HR metrics to aid informed decision-making as well as preparing surveys.

Employee Life Cycle Management:

• Assist in managing the employee life cycle from onboarding to offboarding.
• Support compliance with Nigerian employment laws and international best practices while ensuring a smooth and positive experience for employees at all stages.

Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition:

• Work closely with the HR Manager to support workforce planning activities.
• Manage the recruitment process, including sourcing candidates, reviewing applications, coordinating selection tests, scheduling interviews, meetings and conducting reference checks
• Ensure a smooth candidate experience by maintaining timely and professional communication throughout the process.

Performance Management Support:

• Coordinate the scheduling of performance reviews and check-in sessions.
• Help gather performance data and feedback to support alignment between employee performance and organisational expectations

Learning & Development Assistance:

• Support employees in accessing learning and development resources.
• Assist in organising internal training programs and liaising with external training providers as needed.
• Provide general support for coaching and employee growth initiatives.

Employee Records & Compliance:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files, payroll records, and organisational charts.
• Assist in ensuring expatriate documentation and all HR compliance requirements are met.

Confidentiality & Professional Conduct:

• Handle all employee and company information with the highest level of confidentiality and integrity, ensuring disclosure only when authorised and appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• 2 to 3 years experience in human resources, recruitment, talent sourcing, HR reporting, a related administrative role, etc.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• Solid organisational skills with a keen eye for details.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with HR management systems (HRIS).
• Ability to manage confidential information with integrity and discretion.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Recruitment & Selection
• Employee Relations
• Organisational Support
• Record keeping
• Performance Management Support
• Communication & Collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Hybrid work options
• Health Insurance Cover
• Group Life Insurance cover
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Annual Bonuses
• Telecommunication allowance.

Application Closing Date
9th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Senior Brand Strategist

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

The Role

• We are seeking to employ Senior Brand Strategist to join the team. As a Senior Brand Strategist, you will be responsible for developing strategies, presenting recommendations, market research, and generating original ideas.
• Our ideal candidate should be a seasoned professional who can develop business improvement plans and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Own all aspects of client projects, manage projects and work with campaign/project manager to establish timelines, and present key findings/deliverables when required
• Propose new concepts and approaches that may align with client goals
• Design and manage digital solutions to meet clients’ needs
• Communicate best practices that will help clients achieve their goals
• Provide expertise in developing and presenting new strategic opportunities
• Provide creative ideas working with the creative department and other business units.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a good First Degree in any discipline
• MBA/ Relevant Masters’ degree will be an advantage
• APCON certification is required/welcomed
• A minimum of 5 years experience in Marketing & Communications where 3 years must have been spent as a Strategist and 1 year in a senior role.
• Proficient use of presentation software/applications
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Flexible Hybrid Work Model
• Health Insurance Cover
• Group Life Insurance cover
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Annual Bonuses
• Telecommunication allowance.

Application Closing Date
28th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Candidates should share their CV and portfolio.

Job Title: Senior Digital Account Manager

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

The Role

• Pulse is lookingfor an experienced Senior Digital Account Manager.
• Our Senior Digital Account Managers are post-sale Digital Marketing Strategists responsible for the successful management of digital strategy for our client brands.
• You will answer key questions such as how brands are communicated and experienced through digital interactions, and how 360 digital interactions fit into broader customer experiences.
• You will help to achieve the client’s strategic brand and business objectives by providing them with guidance and working with the internal team to achieve seamless strategy delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop effective post-sale strategies for clients in accordance with their requirements and ensure seamless execution.
• Proactively suggest innovative digital strategies to improve the quality of client campaigns.
• Ensure accountability is established during the project planning process.
• Produce content calendars according to dictated deadlines and to the highest standard.
• Full responsibility for ensuring work is delivered to the highest standard, on time and to budget.
• Achieve 100% realizations on all assigned accounts.
• Ensure proper internal QA is done before any work is shared with the client for review.
• Manage client relationships and provide clients with excellent service and support.
• Manage client expectations, bringing issues/concerns to clients’ attention before they become problems, offering potential solutions, and advising of potential delivery delays.
• Provide campaign performance reporting and analysis to clients.
• Communicate effectively with all team members and develop strong, trusting relationships with all internal partners.
• Research and analysis of customers, market conditions and competitor data for relevant decisions and advice.
• Review new and trending technologies for regular knowledge updates to ensure our client offering remains innovative.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a Client Account Manager
• A professional qualification in digital marketing a plus
• At least Bachelor’s degree level of education preferred
• Great relationship-building skills to foster client relationships
• Great project management skills
• An innovator, trendsetter, and creative thinker who can connect 360° digital to all other aspects of a client’s business and drive growth opportunities
• A great content creator able to craft compelling digital marketing strategies that deliver results for clients
• Great copywriting, verbal and written communication skills
• Results-oriented and able to work both independently and within a team environment.

Benefits

• Flexible Hybrid Work Model
• Health Insurance Cover
• Group life Insurance cover
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Annual Bonuses
• Telecommunication allowance

Application Closing Date
4th November, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Head of Public Relations

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

The Role

• We are launching a new Public Relations unit and are seeking a visionary and highly motivated Head of PR to lead it. We need a leader who will not only build and manage our PR service offering but also drive its growth by actively acquiring new clients and generating revenue.
• This is a leadership rolereporting to the Director of Marketing withan entrepreneurial spirit and a deep understanding of how to translate Public relations outcomes into measurable business value, which requires demonstrating the tangible impact of public relations on business goals like revenue, leads and customer acquisition.

Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Unit Development:

• Design, launch, and scale our new PR service offering from the ground up, defining its unique value proposition and service packages.
• Develop a strategic roadmap for the PR unit, outlining its growth trajectory, service specialisations, and hiring needs.
• Establish and maintain our agency’s reputation as a leader in PR.
• Mentor and build a high-performing PR team, fostering a culture of creativity, strategic thinking, and accountability.

Revenue Generation & Business Development:

• Actively prospect, pitch and close new PR clients to meet and exceed ambitious revenue targets.
• Identify opportunities for cross-selling PR services to our existing digital marketing clients.
• Develop and present compelling, data-driven proposals that showcase the value and ROI of our PR strategies.
• Build and maintain a strong professional network of media contacts, journalists, influencers and industry leaders in Nigeria and beyond.

Client Strategy & Management:

• Serve as the primary strategic advisor for all PR clients, overseeing the development and execution of impactful public relations campaigns.
• Ensure all PR activities from media relations to thought leadership and influencer engagement are integrated with our clients’ broader marketing and business objectives.
• Manage client relationships, expectations, and feedback to ensure high satisfaction and long-term retention.
• Provide regular, insightful reports that clearly demonstrate the impact of PR on brand awareness, reputation and key business metrics.

Execution & Innovation:

• Oversee the creation of all PR-related content, including press releases, media kits, pitches and executive-level communications, working closely with the creative team, strategy team and art directors.
• Working closely with the strategy team, develop and implement strategies for crisis communications, media training and reputation management.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging platforms, and new technologies in the PR and media landscape, incorporating innovative tactics into our service offering.
• Leverage SEO best practices to ensure all digital PR efforts contribute to improved search visibility and organic traffic for our clients.

Shared Services Responsibilities:

• Provide support on selected projects and initiatives for Pulse Africa
• Contribute to PR strategies, media relations and campaign planning for Pulse Africa-related projects where alignment is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in a senior public relations role, preferably within an agency environment.
• Proven track record of driving revenue and leading business development or sales initiatives.
• A strong portfolio of successful PR campaigns and a wide network of media contacts in Nigeria.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives and pitches.
• Deep understanding of the digital media landscape, including social media, SEO, influencer marketing, and content marketing.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, with experience in mentoring and managing a team.
• Strategic, entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building something from the ground up.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Hybrid work options
• Health Insurance Cover
• Group Life Insurance cover
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Annual Bonuses
• Telecommunication allowance

Application Closing Date
24th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online