Polaris Bank Limited is one of Nigerias leading Financial Institutions. A Systematically Important Bank (SIB) committed to promoting customer convenience and lifestyle through its wide-range of electronic banking solutions.
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Business Research: Perform frequent and rigorous research on key Business topics both internally and externally to identify organization's fitment to strategic frameworks, establish industry trends, and collect benchmark data.
Data Analysis: Involved in data analysis for functional and organizational data using a combination of digital and critical thinking skills. Carefully evaluates financial data and creates reports that identify areas of concern or opportunity.
To work with the leadership teams on design and deployment of both short-term and long- term strategic business objectives & programs.
To perform Market review and competitor analysis of developments/ new trends in different business units.
Support in long term strategic planning, QPRs, MPRs and other Business reviews
Support in representation of organization performance to shareholders and investors by the management team
Research related to sectors, organizations, geographies, products, etc. as the requirement arises.
Analyze and synthesize information in various forms about projects to develop reports and presentations to assist the Directorate Head in decision making.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:
A First Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related fields.
A Masters or MBA in Finance or CFA (Certified Financial Analyst) will be an added advantage
An extensive knowledge of the Banking industry and the financial markets in Nigeria. A minimum of Five (5) years’ post-qualification experience in a similar function.
Basic knowledge of asset management, Investor relations, infrastructure development and general investment.
Excellent communication skills both written and oral. Good relationship management skills.
Proficiency in use of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) (Mid to Advanced level) High level of pro-activity and ability to follow through on assigned tasks.
Highly organized and extremely detailed orientation.
Proven ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Political savvy, maturity, and tact, including the ability to relate with different levels of stakeholders and interested groups.
Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
Demonstrated commitment to ethical standards and high level of integrity.