Listings Analysis Officer at Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group)

Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) is a leading financial market infrastructure provider in Africa, connecting Nigeria, Africa and the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Listings Analysis Officer

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• We are seeking an exceptional and passionate individual to work in close collaboration with the Team Lead, Listings Analysis.
• He/she should have a comprehensive background in analysis of Listing applications as well asreview, and analysis of Listing application documents.
• He/She will also convey approvalsto stockbrokers and coordinate post approval interface. 

Responsibilities

• Understand and interpret Capital Market rules, codes and regulations.
• Conduct preliminary and detailed review on applications submitted to NGX Regulation Limited in line with applicable Rules.
• Review financial statements and prepare analysis with a view to enabling informed investment decisions.
• Review and analyse listing application documents, to ensure adequate disclosures of information and adherence to listing requirements.
• Identify lapses in applications and liaise expeditiously with professional parties.
• Convey approval of NGX to issuers through stockbroker(s).
• Attending and monitoring proceedings of Board meetings.
• Provide post approval interface to Issuers and ensure listing process is initiated within  three months of approval of application.
• Support  yearly review of listing rules and effectively addressing any identified gaps.
• Provide support services to other units/departments on enterprise goals.
• Collaborate with other regulatory agencies to ensure a strong regulatory environment. 

Person Specification & Required Qualification(s)

• University Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Banking and Finance, Law or related fields.
• 3 to 5 years’ post NYSC work experience in the financial services sector.
• Adequate knowledge of IFRS, securities legislations and corporate governance principles and codes as well as tax laws.
• Proven ability to accurately analyse financial ratios.
• Committed to high standards and continuous improvement. 
• Superior organisational skills and detail orientation
• Ability to maintain the strictest levels of confidentiality and exhibit high standards of professionalism.
• Transformative mind set, visionary and goal oriented, team player, enthusiasm to acquire and share knowledge, self-disciplined and aself-starter.
• Must be able to build strong partnerships and relate with staff members on an enterprise basis.
• Excellent knowledge of the workings and operations of the securities market.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Time management skills.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Business writing skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications (excel, power point etc.).
• Research and teaching skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.