Head - Research and Technical at the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS) - Nextzon Business Services Limited

Nextzon Business Service Limited was incorporated on March 7, 2005 to carry on business as a corporate venturing and management /business advisory company. It also assists businesses in operating at world class levels and is the custodian and manager of an emerging group of companies which are set up to compete favorably and exploit the commercial opportunities in their various markets. Copied: www.hotnigerianjobs.com

Nextzon - Our client, the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS), is primarily responsible for determining the standards of knowledge and skill to be attained by persons seeking to become chartered members. It also aims to promote and protect the interest of the securities and investment profession in Nigeria by upholding its members to the highest standards of service and integrity.

As part of its on-going transformation process, the institute seeks to recruit exceptional professionals to fill the senior level position below:

Job Title: Head, Research and Technical

Job Code: HRT-CIS
Location: Nigeria

Job Description

• The Head of Research and Technical is responsible for developing and implementing the institutes overall research strategy and collaboration with stakeholders including tertiary institutions and independent local and international researchers.
• He/She will also drive the process of generating new evidence-based research insights to support the advancement of best practices in the Nigerian securities and investment industry.

Other Primary Responsibilities will include the following:

• Publication of journals, articles, reports and policy recommendations.
• Tracking developments/innovations in market structures/financial products and regulatory developments locally and globally.
• Establishing and maintaining a world class physical and electronic library and other electronic platforms for collaboration and dissemination of information.
• identifying opportunities to commercialize the institutes research capabilities and engaging in advisory work for corporate members.

Job Requirement

• Masters degree in Finance, Economics or related course. Higher postgraduate qualification would be an added advantage.
• Track record of delivering high quality research and practical policy advisory.
• Strong relationships in the research community locally and internationally.
• In-depth working knowledge of the Nigerian economy in general and the financial markets in particular.
• Strong team player with results oriented mindset.
• Excellent oral, written and inter-personal communications skills.
• Outstanding research and analytical skills with the ability to thinking strategically and effectively engage with C-Level executives and regulators.
• Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in using relevant technology solutions to drive research
• Minimum of 10 years relevant professional experience at a senior level.

Application Closing Date
2nd September, 2014.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send in their resume (as an attachment) stating the relevant reference code as the subject of the email to: [email protected]

Note: No other format of application will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.