Managing Director - Stock Brokerage at Trinity Financial Services

Job Summary

• The Managing Director (MD) will oversee the strategic direction, operational performance, and regulatory compliance of the stock brokerage firm.
• This role is responsible for driving business growth, maintaining client confidence, ensuring market integrity, and leading a high-performing team of brokers, traders, and analysts.
• The MD will work closely with stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and institutional and retail clients to achieve both financial and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and implement the firm’s vision, mission, and long-term strategy in line with market opportunities.
• Identify new business lines, market segments, and investment products to expand the firm’s portfolio.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to maintain a competitive advantage.

Operational Management:

• Oversee daily operations of the brokerage, ensuring efficiency and risk management.
• Implement and enforce compliance frameworks aligned with financial market regulations (e.g., SEC, FINRA, or local regulatory bodies).
• Manage financial performance, budgets, and P&L accountability.

Client & Stakeholder Relations:

• Build and maintain relationships with institutional investors, high-net-worth clients, and strategic partners.
• Oversee client acquisition and retention strategies to maximize assets under management (AUM).
• Represent the firm in industry events, media, and public relations engagements.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead, mentor, and motivate senior management, brokers, and support staff.
• Foster a culture of high ethical standards, transparency, and performance.
• Establish clear KPIs and performance evaluation systems.

Risk & Compliance Oversight:

• Ensure strict adherence to trading regulations, anti-money laundering (AML) standards, and risk management protocols.
• Review and approve high-value transactions and investment recommendations.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field (master’s/MBA preferred).
• Minimum 10+ years’ experience in stock brokerage, investment banking, and asset management, with at least 5 years in an executive leadership role.
• Valid securities and brokerage licenses as required by the jurisdiction.
• Strong knowledge of equity markets, trading strategies, investment products, and compliance regulations.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and strategic planning skills.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth and profitability.
• Highly experienced in marketing and investment.
• The candidate should not be less than 40 years old

Other Requirements:

• Skill in dealing with public and private sectors in Nigeria.
• Understanding of the business models of financial services organizations.
• Experience with capital/fundraising nationally & internationally.
• Proven excellent track record of achievement in this role or a similar role in a dynamic corporate environment.
• Registered as a sponsored individual with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
• Ability to think strategically whilst maintaining a pragmatic perspective.
• Ability to build and nurture strategic business relationships.
• Ability to provide business acumen, energy, and vision to the organization.
• In-depth understanding of the impact of changes/trends in the financial services industry.