Head, Investment & Treasury at Radix Pension Managers Limited

JOB SUMMARY: 

To grow Radix Pension’s assets under management to sustain network growth and impact through insightful investment of funds available to ensure very competitive returns for our account holders.

The successful candidate will need to be a strategic thinker, with an entrepreneurial mind-set and a high tolerance for risk, as well as being adaptable and able to deal with ambiguity and change.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Utilise financial models for forecasting/testing the robustness of the Company’s investment strategy
• Present investment opportunities and related analysis to management and the Board of Directors of the Company
• Recommend investment decisions that will increase the value of the Company’s investment fund and ensure that the best return on investment is achieved
• Monitor/manage risks that may affect the returns on investments
• Devise  investment strategies to achieve Radix Pension’s strategic objectives
• Present investment and divestment cases for specific investment opportunities, supporting the provision of all necessary information needed to make investment decisions
• Prepare periodic research reports and make recommendations to the investment committee
• Frequently monitor the performance of investments and make informed decisions accordingly
• Maintain current knowledge about financial products available to the Company, including bonds, stocks, etc
• Manage stakeholder relationships (including reporting)
• Develop processes and data systems to enable effective analysis, estimation and decision-making
• Refine existing investment facilities and develop new ones where required
• Develop and inspire a team to implement the strategy and to achieve objectives and targets
• Ensure all team members represent Radix Pension in the best light
• Mentor staff to ensure personal and organisational development

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of first degree or its equivalent in numerate or semi-numerate disciplines such as actuarial sciences, statistics, mathematics, accounting, economics, banking, finance, insurance, and other related courses.
• A Master’s degree from a reputable institution is highly recommended.
• An acceptable professional qualification from any relevant professional organization such as ACCA, CFA, CSI. Etc.

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 10 years post qualification experience of which at least 8 years must have been in the financial sector and 4 years in a supervisory role.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Technical acumen
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Analytical skills and a good eye for detail
• Planning and organisation skills
• Commercial awareness
• Numerical skills and the ability to evaluate costs
• The ability to understand broad business issues

BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS:

• The ability to cope under pressure
• Negotiation skills and the ability to influence people
• Good communication and presentation skills