SECURITIES MANAGER.

A reputable investment company based in Lagos requires dynamic and resourceful persons to fill the following positions:

• To maximize returns from its securities portfolio by designing optimal development / exit strategies without compromising financial system stability.
• Assist in general portfolio management within all asset classes, executing the corporation's investment strategy/policy.
• Invest corporate actions in an efficient and profitable manner. Maintain overall portfolio compliance
• Work on various assignments as it pertains to the role, and may otherwise be assigned by senior management.
• Contribute to the corporation’s primary objective of generating alpha for the corporation without compromising financial system stability.

• University first degree in a relevant field, minimum second class lower
• Master’s degree preferred
• A relevant professional qualification such as the CFA would be an advantage

SKILLS:

• Quantitative and analytical
• Business writing
• Planning and organizing
• Attention to detail
• Innovative thinking
• Managing people
• Meeting deadlines in a high-pressure environment

KNOWLEDGE:

• NSE trading rules and securities trading cycles in Nigeria
• SEC guidelines and provisions of the Investment & Securities Act (ISA)
• Capital market products
• Genuine interest in fixed income and equities securities’ investing
• Successful experience working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment; drive to succeed.

• Minimum 5-8 years in one or more areas of research, bond / securities trading, investment management and capital markets product development

PERSONALITIES AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Must display original thinking, be very analytical and determined
• Must have the ability to turn theories into solid plans of action, and follow through with full implementation