Corporate Strategist and Integration Specialist at Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group)

We seek an individual with experience in Financial Analysis, Project Management, Relationship Management, Financial Modelling, and an ability to collaborate with operating divisions to drive strategic analysis and decisions, amongst other areas listed:

• He/She will develop organic strategic initiatives that supports key business drivers at the Nigerian Exchange Group;
• He/She will implement key external development opportunities, including partnerships, acquisitions, and divestitures;
• The Corporate Strategist and Integration Specialist will report to the Group Chief Strategy Officer.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic planning and execution of corporate strategy;
• Lead implementation of initiatives that support enterprise’s vision and direction;
• Develop and oversee initiatives that build corporate capabilities, e.g., Environmental Scanning, Industry Benchmarking, and Functional Planning;
• Identify investment opportunities and potential acquisition candidates as well as perform financial valuations and due diligence on potential opportunities and acquisitions;
• Develop financial models to evaluate business opportunities;
• Develop business plans for new opportunities;
• Present data analysis and research findings to senior and executive management.
• Manage relationships with international trade associations;
• Support development of corporate publications, e.g., Annual Reports, Annual Market Reviews, etc;
• Participate in planning and brainstorming sessions for new business initiatives;
• Update strategy policies, guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOP) regularly;
• Conduct regular research and liaise with professionals across various industries to ensure best practices for strategy are practised in the organisation.

Person Specification & Required Qualification (s)

• B.Sc./HND degree in Finance, Economics, or any other quantitative discipline;
• An MBA or any other relevant degree is an added advantage;
• A minimum of ten (10) years cognate experience is required, with at least 2-4 years’ experience in a middle management position, in Investment Banking, or a top-tier management consulting firm;
• Expertise in the Nigerian, US, EU, or UK financial services sectors;
• Significant financial and strategic analysis experience;
• Fluency with Financial Modelling and presentation (PowerPoint);
• Superior problem-solving abilities; Project Management, teamwork, and quantitative aptitude;
• Proven ability to effectively synthesise and communicate complex business issues;
• Proven track record of strong performance, measured against KPIs;
• Experience in the financial services industry is highly desirable, ideally with a Financial Institution Group (FIG);
• Ability to build trust and work respectfully with team members and other colleagues