First Excelsia Professional Services Limited | Full-time

CHIEF INVESTMENT OFFICER AT FIRST EXCELSIA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LIMITED

Lagos, Nigeria | Posted on 25/04/2025

About Company:

First Excelsia Professional Services Limited - Our client is recruiting to fill the position 

Job Description:

  • Our client is seeking a highly competent and result-driven Chief Investment Officer to join its dynamic team.
  • The Chief Investment Officer (CIO) will be responsible for setting and executing the investment strategy of the asset management company.
  • The ideal role holder will lead portfolio management, research, and trading functions to drive superior investment performance across all asset classes. 
  • The role requires balancing long-term investment strategy with short-term performance targets while managing risk and ensuring compliance.

Requirements:

  • Develop and implement the company’s overall investment philosophy and strategy.
  • Set asset allocation models and risk parameters in line with client objectives and market conditions.
  • Advise the Board and Executive Management on market trends, investment opportunities, and risks.
  • Oversee the management and performance of all investment portfolios.
  • Monitor and adjust portfolios to achieve targeted returns and risk metrics.
  • Ensure consistency in the investment approach across all asset classes.
  • Lead and mentor the investment and research teams, including portfolio managers, analysts, and traders.
  • Build a high-performance culture that fosters collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
  • Supervise trading activities and ensure alignment with portfolio strategy and market conditions.
  • Ensure trades are executed efficiently, ethically, and in compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Support client relationship teams with performance reporting and investment communication.
  • Participate in client meetings and presentations as needed to explain strategy and results.
  • Ensure investment activities comply with internal policies, regulatory guidelines, and fiduciary standards.
  • Work closely with compliance and risk management teams to monitor portfolio and market risks.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field (required).
  • MBA, CFA or other advanced investment qualifications (strongly preferred).
  • Relevant regulatory certifications/licensing (as applicable in your jurisdiction).
  • Minimum of 10–15 years’ experience in asset or investment management.
  • Proven track record of leading investment teams and managing portfolios across multiple asset classes.
  • Experience in developing and executing investment strategies and asset allocation models.
  • Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and portfolio risk management.
  • Ability to set and articulate long-term investment strategies.
  • Proven ability to lead and inspire investment teams.
  • Deep analytical skills and ability to interpret complex data sets.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain complex investment concepts clearly.
  • High level of professionalism and a strong orientation to client needs.
  • Strong integrity, judgment, and commitment to regulatory and fiduciary responsibilities.

Salary

Very attractive

Application Closing Date: 01st May, 2025

Company Website

https://www.fuzu.com/

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: talentsearch@firstexcelsia.com using "Chief Investment Officer" as the subject of the mail.



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Job Information

Deadline

01/05/2025

Job Type

Full-time

Industry

Administration

Work Level

Experienced

State

Lagos

Country

Nigeria

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