Applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates for Leading Financial Service Firm Recruitment 2023/2024.
Alan & Grant – Our client is a leading financial service partner that helps build enduring legacies that lead to sustainable wealth creation in Africa.
They are recruiting to fill the position below:
- Job Title: Managing Director
- Location: Lagos
- Job Type: Full-time
- Industry: Financial Services
Role Summary
- The Managing Director will have the primary responsibility of supervising all operational aspects of our organization, leading a team of professionals, and ensuring the provision of top-notch services to our clients.
- This position necessitates a strong combination of leadership, strategic thinking, financial expertise, and exceptional communication abilities.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy:
- Clearly articulate the overall direction for the Company, establish strategic objectives, and drive growth.
- Align the Company’s strategies and targets with its vision, mission, and values to support the fulfillment of strategic requirements.
- Effectively communicate the Company’s vision, values, strategic priorities, and plans to influence stakeholders and foster commitment.
- Identify and assess business opportunities to determine their viability.
- Develop strategies and plans to achieve growth and financial profitability.
- Provide effective leadership, foster a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
Operational Management:
- Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
- Define key metrics and targets for measuring business performance.
- Monitor industry, national, and global developments, trends, and events to maintain and enhance the company’s competitive positioning.
- Drive the development of annual operating plans, including operational requirements, staffing, and budgets aligned with the strategic plan.
- Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and support the governance framework.
- Align risk management strategies with the Company’s strategic objectives.
- Provide strategic oversight for continuous improvement initiatives in processes, systems, and goal setting.
- Define and lead organizational change to achieve desired strategic outcomes.
Client Relationship Management:
- Foster and nurture strong relationships with existing clients, ensuring their satisfaction, and addressing any concerns or issues.
- Collaborate with the Sales team to understand client needs and preferences and develop strategies to enhance client experience.
- Identify opportunities to expand the Company’s client base and develop strategies to attract and retain clients.
- Establish and maintain networks and relationships with strategic partners to support the Company’s strategies and objectives.
- Guide the development of operational plans to achieve customer loyalty and retention strategies.
Financial Management:
- Oversee the Company’s fiscal activities, including budgeting, reporting, and auditing.
- Collaborate with the finance team to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize revenue generation and effectively manage costs.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Drive partnerships with other companies within and outside the Ecosystem.
- Collaborate with external stakeholders, such as regulatory bodies, industry associations, and professional networks, to stay informed about industry trends and best practices.
- Act as an effective Board member and foster positive relationships with the Board to meet the Company’s needs.
- Represent and promote the Company at key strategic forums.
Others:
- Oversee the development of succession management strategies in consultation with the human resources function and other relevant personnel to facilitate succession planning.
- Promote engagement strategies to improve performance.
- Oversee the development of business continuity strategies, policies, and guidelines, aligning them with business strategies.
- Anticipate the impact of changes in regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Foster a culture of productivity and innovation within the Company
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
- Advanced degree in Finance or Business Management (e.g. MBA, M.Sc Finance e.t.c)
- Professional certifications in finance and/or accounting from a recognized professional body (e.g. CFA, CGMA, ACCA, ICAN e.t.c)
- Familiarity with corporate law and management best practices
- Excellent Leadership, communication and organisational skills.
- Minimum of 15 years of work experience in financial services, with at least 5 years proven experience in a managerial position
- Experience with audit, legal compliance, and budget development
- Strong understanding of corporate finance and measures of performance
- A high level of business awareness and acumen.
Salary
N1,650,000 Monthly.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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