First Excelsia Professional Services Limited – Our client is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Chief Investment Officer
Location: Lagos Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Asset Management
Job Summary
- 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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Person Specification
- 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.
Application Closing Date
1st May, 2025.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: talentsearch@firstexcelsia.com using “Chief Investment Officer” as the subject of the mail.
