Managing Director - Asset Management at Bridgemead Limited

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We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Managing Director - Asset Management

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Level: Management
Direct Report(s): Executive Management Team

Job Objective(s)

• To provide strategic leadership and direction in driving growth, profitability, and sustainable performance of the Asset Management Company, while ensuring compliance, operational excellence, and value creation for clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement the company’s strategic plans and objectives.
• Lead and manage all operations to ensure profitability, growth, and sustainability.
• Oversee the formulation and execution of investment strategies and policies.
• Drive innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the business.
• Supervise portfolio management teams to ensure optimal asset allocation and performance.
• Monitor market trends and adjust strategies to maximize returns and minimize risk.
• Approve key investment decisions in line with company policy and regulatory frameworks.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and performance reporting.
• Ensure effective risk management, cost control, and corporate governance practices.
• Present periodic performance reports to the Board and key stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with institutional and individual investors.
• Representing the company in strategic meetings, industry forums, and regulatory engagements.
• Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and retention through excellent service delivery.
• Ensure full compliance with SEC, CBN, and other relevant regulatory bodies.
• Uphold ethical business practices and promote transparency across operations.
• Ensure accurate reporting, disclosures, and audit readiness.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing executive team.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional excellence.
• Oversee succession planning and staff development initiatives.

KPIs

• Financial Reporting Accuracy – Ensure ≥ 99.5% accuracy in financial and operational reports prepared for
• management review and decision-making.
• Financial Reporting Timeliness – Achieve 100% on-time submission of internal management and regulatory reports.
• Account Reconciliation Oversight – Maintain ≥ 99.5% accuracy by supervising reconciliation of all accounts and transactions.
• Regulatory Compliance – Ensure 100% compliance with SEC, NSE, CSCS, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
• Internal Control Effectiveness – Achieve > 90% effectiveness in internal control implementation and monitoring.
• Risk Management Effectiveness – Maintain > 90% effectiveness in identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational risks.
• Financial & Performance Analysis – Ensure > 90% accuracy in financial, operational, and market analysis used for management decisions.
• Budgeting Accuracy – Achieve > 90% alignment of departmental budgets and forecasts with actual performance.
• Forecasting Accuracy – Maintain > 80% accuracy in business forecasts and performance projections.
• Operational Efficiency – Ensure processing of accounts payable and receivable within < 5 days.
• Financial Close Process – Complete month-end and quarter-end closing activities within < 10 days.
• Profitability & Liquidity – Support achievement of profitability targets and ensure liquidity ratios are maintained as directed by the Managing Director.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Maintain strong relationships with regulators, investors, and stakeholders, with >90% satisfaction feedback.
• Team Leadership & Development – Maintain employee satisfaction at > 80% and achieve > 80% score in staff development initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• A minimum of 8 - 10 years of relevant experience in securities trading, investment banking, asset management, or related fields, with at least 3 - 5 years in a senior executive or leadership role.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field. An MBA or professional certification (e.g., CFA, CIS, SEC-recognized certifications) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of the Nigerian capital market landscape and regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated success in leading teams, managing P&L, and achieving business growth.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and visionary leadership
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills
• Deep analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• High integrity and sound judgment
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a results-driven approach
• Familiarity with financial technology and its application in capital market

Certifications:

• CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst)
• CIS (Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers, Nigeria)
• FRM (Financial Risk Manager)
• CAIA (Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst
• ACCA/ICAN (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants / Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria)
• (Certification in institute Stockbrokers is a must).

Application Closing Date
3rd May, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should Send CV to: career.bridgemeadnghr@gmail.com Using "MD-Asset Management" as the subject of the email.