Chief Executive Officer at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria - Our client is the nation’s premier capital market infrastructure provider, responsible for ensuring seamless clearing, settlement, and safekeeping of securities in a dynamic and fast-evolving financial market. The organisation acts as the backbone of Nigeria’s securities market, facilitating efficient trade settlement while championing market integrity, operational resilience, and investor confidence.  

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer

Reference Number: 130-PEO01316
Job type: Permanent
Department: People & Change Nigeria

Job Description

• The organisation is at the nexus of innovation, market development, and regional integration, seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to steer the organisation through its next phase of strategic growth.
• The prospective role holder will provide strategic leadership and overall direction for the organisation, working in collaboration with the Board of Directors, Industry and External Stakeholders to drive digital transformation, shape regional integration, scale innovation and partnerships to deliver sustainable growth, profitability, and long-term value creation. 

The Role
As the CEO, you will:

• Shape and execute the organisation’s strategy in partnership with the Board, aligning with shareholder expectations.
• Strengthen stakeholder trust across capital markets, regulatory bodies, and investor communities to elevate institutional influence.
• Represent the organisation in key forums, forging strategic alliances and advancing regulatory cooperation.
• Champion global best practices (e.g., CPMI-IOSCO) to reinforce operational credibility and market integrity.
• Drive market expansion, customer engagement, and sustainable revenue growth through innovation and strategic partnerships.
• Enhance governance effectiveness and foster a high-performance culture anchored in integrity and continuous improvement.
• Empower the executive team to deliver on strategic priorities with excellence and accountability.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, financial stewardship, and talent development to support long-term resilience.
• Lead digital transformation to enrich stakeholder experience and future-proof the organisation.

What You Bring

• A Degree in a Finance / Business related discipline from a reputable institution.
• An MBA or Masters’ degree in any finance/business related discipline may give an edge.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIS, CISI, CFA, CPA) in relevant areas.
• Proven C-suite leadership and significant experience in financial markets, capital markets infrastructure, or fintech.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and change leadership abilities
• Passion for innovation, market development, and the African economic renaissance.
• Dynamic and easily adaptable to changing circumstances.

Additional Information:
Why Join? 
The opportunity to join this institution is both compelling and inspiring, offering a unique platform to: 

• Contribute meaningfully to the transformation of Nigeria’s capital market, with influence that resonates across global financial landscapes.
• Collaborate with a forward-thinking team dedicated to driving innovation and elevating the organisation to new heights.
• Engage with key stakeholders across domestic and international markets, fostering strategic relationships and broadening professional horizons. 

Application Closing Date
17th October, 2025.