Group Head, Trustee Services at 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, Trustee Services

REF: GHTSL (01)
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Responsibilities

• Give strategic advice and report results and findings to board members.
• Design and implement new initiatives to drive revenue, and lower operating costs while maintaining quality products that are competitive, while delivering excellent customer support.
• Asset allocation to ensure adherence to investment objectives and maximize investment returns within client and investment management guidelines.
• Continuous monitoring of the annual budget and ensure that revenue targets are met.
• Manage and report on the practical implementation of marketing strategy to maintain market relevance and promote products and services to increase revenue.
• Manage key personnel, clients and service providers.
• Keep all relevant stakeholders informed of developments in line with the company’s objectives.
• Manage resources, including the attracting, hiring and retention of personnel.
• Ensure employees move in the same strategic direction to achieve their mission.
• Create and report on business plans, monitoring their efficacy and progress.
• Preparation of annual reports and attending/presenting at board meetings.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or its equivalent in a numerical discipline (Finance, Accounting, Economics) with a minimum of Second-Class Honors-Upper Division.
• An MBA or Master's degree in a relevant field.
• A Sponsored Individual Certificate with the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) will be an additional advantage.
• Possess a working understanding of Trusteeship Services and SEC guidelines on Trusts.
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years post-qualification experience in a leading financial services company, with at least eight (8) 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 organisational 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 insight, 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.

Application Closing Date
25th September, 2023.