Group Head, Asset Management in an Investment Banking and Capital Market Operator

A fast-growing and newly re-engineered Investment Banking and Capital Market operator with Head office in Lagos invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Group Head, Asset Management

REF: GHAML (02)
Location: Lagos

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing strategic direction for the organization.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders to ensure that the overall goals of the organization are achieved.
• Analyzes securities, portfolios, and asset allocation to ensure adherence to investment objectives and maximize investment returns within client and investment management guidelines.
• Articulate programs for the exploitation of new business opportunities. Ensuring sustenance and deepening the existing relationship.
• Direct human and material resources of the organization effectively and efficiently.
• Promote the corporate identity and public image of the organization (brand management).
• Maintain relationships with regulatory authorities with a view of ensuring the organization abides by all statutory regulations.
• To ensure strict financial controls and reporting practices within the organization to meet regulatory and legal requirements.
• To provide performance reports to the Board, Shareholders, Auditors and Regulators.
• Provide support with negotiations and closing commitments where required.
• Review product development process and outcomes for products under development.

Qualifications and requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in numerical discipline (Finance, Accounting, Economics) with a minimum of Second-Class Honors-Upper Division.
• MBA or Master’s Degree in Finance or Accounting will be an additional advantage.
• Minimum of 12 years of diverse experience with at least 5 years in top management positions
• Strong project management, change and business leadership skills
• Enthusiasm, resilience, drive and commitment, with the ability to work effectively in a changing environment.
• Proficient in MS office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) and sage accounting software.
• Good organizational and multitasking abilities
• Good leadership qualities with team Spirit and customer focus.
• A high level of business awareness and acumen.
• Understanding the intricacies of financial management
• Excellent Leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of the business models of financial services organizations.
• Proven excellent track record of achievement in this role or similar role in a dynamic corporate environment.
• Ability to think strategically whilst maintaining a pragmatic perspective.
• Ability to build and nurture strategic business relationships.
• Ability to provide business acumen, energy, and vision to the organization.
• In-depth understanding of the impact of changes/trends in the financial services industry.
• Deep understanding of the local and global financial services industry
• Ability to conduct high-level competitor analysis and benchmarking.
• Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent communication (written and oral), interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Strong influencing style, executive presence, and confident personality.
• Strong people management and interpersonal skills that infuse energy and spirit into an organization and challenge colleagues at all levels to push for excellence.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organization and management skills.
• Ability to multitask, manage time and prioritize across concurrent tasks.
• Strong attention to detail with high-value orientation.

Deadline: 25th September, 2023.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: Recruitment010101@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.