Job at First Point Group for IT Solution Architects

At First Point Group we’ve made the global telecoms & technology recruitment industry our business. For clients such as Huawei, Amdocs, Juniper and Ericsson the strategic contribution of FPG, a trusted global partner who knows their industry inside out, is an invaluable business asset. Over the years, we’ve gained deep industry expertise and experience, and developed close relationships with a vast network of telecoms and technology professionals around the world. As a result, we’re perfectly placed to help our clients and candidates deliver the next generation of technology.
We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: IT Solution Architect (Oil & Energy Industry)
Location: Lagos
Job Description

• Position is based in Lagos, candidate must have oil & energy industry experience.

• Collaborate with corporate Solutions and Marketing Teams to develop content and strategy fitting the Nigeria market for the respective Energy Vertical( Power, Oil)
• Responsible for overall success of the Energy Vertical Solution in Nigeria.
• Research, define and drive Energy Solutions into the Nigeria in collaboration with the country sales teams

• Deep understanding of Energy IT infrastructure, technically and from a business and business model point of view
• Understanding of the Energy Vertical key players and providers
• Ability to run CXO level meetings and discussions
• Commitment to working with cross-functional teams
• Proven ability to work in virtual teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects at a time
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Enterprise with demonstrated success, in the Technology Sector of the Energy Vertical
• Strong creative, strategic, analytical, organizational and personal sales skills
• Demonstrated successful experience writing content, delivering presentations and negotiating with partners
• Bachelor degree in Communication/Computer Science or related field
• More than 10 years technical sales experience and 1 – 3 years management experience