Job Vacancies at Meristem Securities Limited, 18th December, 2018

Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB) – Our client, Meristem Securities Limited is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Programmer
Location: Lagos

Job Description

• This role reports to the Head of IT, he/she will provide assistance in the day-to-day operations of the company.
• The ideal candidate will be doing most of his/her development in Java & PHP, with a focus on developing and consuming Web Services, utilizing JavaScript, J2EE technologies, core development in Spring, web application development using established frameworks such as Struts and Spring MVC, etc.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer  Programming or related field
• Ability to focus on multiple projects at once and to troubleshoot problems quickly
• Commitment to continuing education in computer programming
• Good understanding of object orientated methodologies and design patterns.
• Experience with XML a plus.
• Experience with Web Services a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft .NET and PHP is a plus.
• Thorough understanding of product/project workflow processes including requirements gathering and use cases, analysis & design, implementation, testing, and deployment.

Desired Experience:

• 3+ years’ software development experience
• Extensive experience with Java, C, PHP, SQL server database, Node.js, Laravel
• Advanced knowledge of Windows operating systems, Linux, Microsoft software, HTML and CSS experience preferred

Desired Requirements:

• Strong interest in Financial Markets and keen intellectual curiosity
• Strong proficiency in Database and server management.
• Team player with the ability to think and act independently who possesses excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Possess knowledge of open source applications
• Experience in developing applications
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Quick learner, comfortable dealing with ambiguous and fluid situations.
• Ability to multi-task; juggle multiple deliverables and perform under very demanding conditions.
• Superior analytical & critical thinking skills; ability to make good decisions when faced with complex data.
• High level of passion, integrity, creativity, inquisitiveness and self –confidence.

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Job Title: Chief Digital Officer
Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• This role reports to the Deputy Group Managing Director, he/she will drive the digital operations of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the company-wide digital transformation including concept, prioritization, and execution roadmap.
• Follow local and international trends from both a technological and a business perspective.
• Oversee digital project portfolio of reporting BU’s, which may include innovation initiatives, definition of Big data strategy, customer experience vision, data policy and e-commerce strategy.
• Coordinate reporting BU’s digital strategy
• Draft, oversee and manage digital budget for the entire organisation
• Fostering acceptance of an organization’s digital strategy
• Promoting the organization’s online presence through sites like Google or social media applications
• Overseeing lead generation activities designed to increase profits and improve customer experience
• Implementing and adopting digital initiatives to support the organisation’s strategic initiatives
• Any other task as assigned by Management

Desired Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or any related field
• Strong interest in Financial Markets and keen intellectual curiosity
• Team player with the ability to think and act independently who possesses excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Possess knowledge of digital applications.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills and report writing skills
• Quick learner, Collaborative, self-confident and not afraid to challenge, but in the right way
• Ability to multi-task; juggle multiple deliverables and perform under very demanding conditions.
• High level of integrity, creativity, inquisitiveness and self –confidence
• Strategic planning and execution capability
• Project management abilities.
• Outcomes-driven and achievement-orientated
• Excellent motivation, coaching and leadership skills

Desired Experience:

• Not less than 5 years’ working experience in a digital services firm with at least two years in a mid-management capacity
• Extensive knowledge of digital trends, business models and new technological capabilities
• Expertise in handling and managing the digital transformation process.

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply