Communications Analyst at Verod Capital Management Ltd.

Location: Lagos, Nigeria (frequent travel may be required)

Overview

• Verod’s Analyst, Communications is ultimately responsible for the firm’s communication and public relations.
• This role will report to the Head, Investor Relations and will be responsible for leading the strategy development and execution of the communications plan across the business.
• This is an opportunity for a candidate with strong experience across both internal and external communications to join a fast-growing emerging markets private firm.
• The role will focus on developing and delivering an engaging stakeholder communications plan, to include investor, portfolio companies and client communications, marketing communications and media relations.
• She/he will work with third party media outlets to connect with potential customers, investors, and other stakeholders with the goal of establishing or maintaining favourable public opinions.
• The successful candidate will be a results-driven and solutions-oriented individual, adept at multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
• This person must be a strong collaborator, and able to drive the role of communications in Verod.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head of Investor Relations to ensure implementation of a strong global communications plan, budget and strategy for execution
• Be a strong consultant to the Management team and support business leaders across our portfolio for communications needs
• Lead on appropriate positioning of the firm as part of the communication strategy and content, ensuring consistency and ‘one voice’ across internal and external communications
• Develop social media presence and strategy for execution across various media platforms such as the company Website, LinkedIn and Twitter
• Write thought pieces to position the firm as a thought leader in the space
• Manage and co-produce website, newsletters, story-coverages about partner companies, submitting and highlighting Verod (and partner companies) for awards, etc.
• Support the ExCo and other Management Team/Colleagues with preparation and participation in conferences, panels, business publications other external representation of the firm
• Support with distilling the Firm strategy clearly and concisely into clear goals, and position appropriately for internal and external stakeholders (LP’s, Sector experts etc.)
• Responsible for all internal and external communications regarding CSR activities, speaker events, sponsored events ensuring tone represents our brand and values appropriately
• Support portfolio companies with communications as the need arises
• Disseminate accurate information across a range of media such as printed reports, websites, password protected websites, regular meetings and one-on-one visits depending on the unique needs of each stakeholder

Key Experience

• University Degree in Business, Communications, Marketing or English
• 3 - 5 years of experience in a Communications role gained in the Financial Services, Investment Management (or related) sector or Professional Services firm (ideally within the Financial Services arm)
• Experience across both internal and external communications
• Excellent content writing skills. Design and copy writing skills advantageous
• External communications experience to include experience in raising brand profile eg. through client communications, marketing communications and media relations
• Experience of improving social media presence across multiple platforms
• Experience in using thought leadership content for marketing purposes
• Proven ability to establish and maintain high level of credibility with senior executives
• Must be creative, agile and adept in building relationships with internal and external stakeholders and leverage multiple resources to meet the firm’s objectives
• Ability to collaborate with the Head, Investor Relations as a strategic thought partner, aligning around a shared vision for the firm and shaping the communication strategy in support of the Fund’s and Partner Companies
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a natural skill for public speaking
• Proven ability to network and engage and influence key internal and external stakeholders (board, committee, regulators, investors etc.)

Personal Attributes:

• A self-starter with strong relationship building, influencing and leadership skills
• Able to work collaboratively with peers and colleagues at all levels to execute and deliver or exceed expectations/targets
• A strong and clear communicator who effectively engages with all stakeholders
• A creative but strategic thinker who holds expertise in balancing both aspects in all communication pieces
• Resilient yet flexible approach, is able to encompass multiple competing demands with proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and maintain a single version of communication to all
• Adaptable working style cognizant of situational requirements
• Exceptional integrity and work-ethic, seeks to embed this in all relationships
• Sets and drives an exceptional standard of practices for self and the business.

Compensation
Remuneration package will be highly competitive based on qualification, experience and profile of the candidate.