Adexen Recruitment Agency is mandated by the Closed Pension Fund Administrator of an international company. The company is looking for an Investment Analyst – research & Analysis for its Nigerian office.
Job reference n°: NGA0456
Sector: Banking, Insurance, Financial services – Nigeria – Western Africa
Function: Accounting & finance
Job description
Position will provide analytical and operational support to the Investment Manager. This position will enjoy exposure to a range of investment classes, including bonds, mutual funds, quoted equities, REIT, private equities and real estate. The analyst will determine the value of existing investments, create advice reports, and research new investments.
Responsibilities
Regular financial, industry and economic analyses to facilitate decision making
Accurate and regular investment/stock analysis report
Accurate investment timing and buy-and-sell order recommendations.
Timely Investment Strategy Committee review and presentation materials.
Qualifications and experience
A university graduate in a quantitative discipline (Maths, Science, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Admin); CFA qualification an advantage;
8 to 10 years post–B.Sc. work experience in the financial/investment industry with at least 3 years of experience in securities market, preferable in equities/bonds trading and or research and analysis.
Cross asset class experience (at least two out of credit, equity, fixed income and real estate).
The ability to research, analyze and evaluate companies and markets
Excellent understanding of the capital markets and the investment decision process
Strong financial modeling skills, solid grasp of company valuations, and analysis of financial statements and investments
Excellent analytical and computer skills and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team
Must be able to structure transactions; negotiate deal terms with brokers/agents and with internal investment/risk management team; and close the transaction.
What is on offer: Attractive package
If your experience, personal characteristics and qualifications meet the position specifications and your personal objectives are to seek such a challenge, then we would like to hear from you with details of your current earnings, up to date CV and explanation as to why your achievements to date fit you for consideration.
