Chief Investment Officer
Full-time
Lagos, Nigeria with flexible hybrid options
6 months
Role in Brief
The Chief Investment Officer (CIO) will be responsible for overseeing and guiding the firm’s investment strategies, AuM growth, portfolio management, and research initiatives. This senior executive will lead the investment team, ensuring alignment with the company’s objectives while optimizing risk-adjusted returns for our clients. The career path for this role leads to the CEO position.
Reporting Line
CEO
Roles & Responsibilities
- Sales: Build the firm’s Assets Under Management through strategic networks and relationships.
- Investment Strategy: Develop and implement the firm’s investment strategy across various asset classes.
- Team Leadership: Lead and develop a high-performing investment team, fostering a culture of results and deliverables tracking.
- Client Engagement: Work closely with HNI clients to understand their needs, provide strategic advice, and ensure high levels of satisfaction.
- Performance Reporting: Regularly report to the CEO and Board of Directors on investment performance, strategy execution, and market conditions.
- Strategic Partnerships: Establish and maintain relationships with external partners to enhance the firm’s investment capabilities.
- Compliance: Ensure all investment activities comply with regulatory requirements and the firm’s ethical standards.
- Innovation: Identify and explore new investment opportunities, including emerging markets, technologies, and alternative investments.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field. An advanced degree (MBA, CFA, or equivalent) is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in investment management, with a proven track record in portfolio management and investment strategy.
- Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and developing investment teams.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex investment concepts to a diverse audience.
- Deep understanding of investment regulations and compliance standards.
Remuneration
- Competitive salary in line with industry benchmarks
- Laptop and relevant financial software
- Health insurance
- Hybrid work
- Staff-only investment opportunities
- A high degree of autonomy and flexibility
- Global growth opportunities