Job Openings at VFD Group

• At VFD Group, we're building bold, disruptive businesses across financial services and none of it happens without great people. We're looking for a Talent Acquisition Manager to lead hiring across our subsidiaries, from high-volume roles to executive searches, and build the talent engine that powers our next stage of growth.
• This isn't a back-office recruiting role. You'll be a strategic partner to business leaders, an architect of our employer brand, and the person candidates remember for making their hiring journey feel human, fast, and fair.

What You'll Own

• Shape workforce planning and hiring strategy across our subsidiaries, ensuring talent decisions align with where the business is headed not just where it's been.
• Lead end-to-end hiring across departments and entities, including senior and executive searches, with structured, competency-based interviews that surface the right talent, not just the loudest CV.
• Go beyond job boards: headhunting, social platforms, referrals, and partnerships to build a proactive bench of high-quality candidates before you need them.
• Tell VFD Group's story through digital platforms, events, and university relationships, and make sure every candidate hired or not walks away with a great impression of us.
• Champion inclusive hiring practices that bring diverse perspectives into every talent pool and every shortlist.
• Run our ATS/HRIS like a pro, streamline workflows, and turn recruitment data into dashboards and insights that help leadership make smarter people decisions.
• Work shoulder-to-shoulder with hiring managers to define roles, sharpen selection criteria, and coach teams on recruitment best practices.

Requirements

• 6+ years in recruitment, including proven experience in executive hiring and multi-entity/group environments
• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (a master's or certification like CIPM, SHRM, or HRCI is a strong plus)
• Real fluency with ATS/HRIS platforms;you don't just use the tools, you optimize them
• Sharp stakeholder management and communication skills; you can speak the language of a hiring manager and a C-suite exec in the same day
• Energy for a fast-paced, high-growth environment where priorities shift and ownership matters

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Job Description

The Head of Strategy will be a key member of the executive team, responsible for shaping and driving the strategic direction of VFD Group. This role requires a visionary leader with a strong track record in corporate strategy, investment management, and business transformation, particularly within the Nigerian context. The Head of Strategy will work closely with the Executive Committee, the Board, and the Transaction, Investment Management & Strategy (TIMS) team to formulate and execute strategies that enhance portfolio performance, drive growth, and create sustainable shareholder value. A critical aspect of this role is to provide strategic leadership and hands-on support to underperforming portfolio companies, guiding them through turnaround and growth phases.

• Lead the annual strategic planning process, from formulation and development to execution and monitoring.
• Ensure alignment of strategic plans with the Group's vision, mission, and long-term objectives.
• Continuously evaluate the performance of the Group's investment portfolio in collaboration with the TIMS team.
• Identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to optimize returns and mitigate risks.
• Provide direct, hands-on strategic support to underperforming portfolio companies.
• Conduct deep-dive analyses and develop and implement turnaround strategies.
• Work closely with management of these companies to drive performance improvement.
• Provide strategic input into the evaluation of new investment opportunities and potential divestments.
• Ensure alignment with the Group's overall strategic objectives and portfolio construction goals.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive landscape, and macroeconomic factors affecting portfolio companies.
• Provide thought leadership and strategic insights to the Executive Committee and the Board.
• Curate and prepare thought leadership content for external circulation, including to prospective investors, institutional stakeholders, and regulators.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with the Board, Executive Committee, portfolio company leadership, and external partners.
• Lead and mentor the Strategy team, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Preferred Qualification: MBA or other relevant postgraduate qualification.
• 10-15 years of experience in a senior strategic role, preferably within a holding company, private equity firm, or management consulting firm in Nigeria.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful corporate and business-level strategies.
• Strong experience in investment analysis, portfolio management, and business turnaround situations.
• Deep understanding of the Nigerian business environment, including regulatory and market dynamics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus at all levels.
• Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams.
• Strategic Thinker - sees the big picture while driving execution on the details.
• Results-Oriented - strong bias for action and focus on measurable results.
• Collaborative - works effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Resilient - thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, and challenging environment.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit - proactive, innovative mindset with a passion for building businesses.

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Job Description

The Risk Manager will be responsible for embedding a best-in-class Risk management culture within VFD Group. Build a Risk Management framework that supports the achievement of VFD Group corporate vision and objectives.

• Ensure that a full set of frameworks and policies is in place that complies with regulation and ensures the upkeep thereof including Enterprise Risk Framework, Risk Appetite Policy, Operational Risk Policies etc.
• Ensure that process and systems are in place for the identification and reporting of risk across all risk types.
• Identifying where risk exceeds risk appetite, or has a heightened likelihood of exceeding risk appetite, and bring management and board attention to this in a timeous manner.
• To monitor control mechanisms implemented as part of the risk management process and assess the operational effectiveness.
• To coordinate and provide training programs related to specific risk management as required and guide users where necessary.
• To conduct and document risk assessments for each function in the business unit to ascertain compliance with risk management policy, standard operating procedures and set guidelines.
• To manage business risks to ensure opportunities are proactively leveraged and advise the Management accordingly.
• To coordinate with Business Unit Leads on updating the risk register and tracking closure of action plans.
• To ensure business continuity test is conducted based on the approved schedule signed off by the board.
• Drive the identification, measurement and analysis of, and reporting on, all risks in the company
• Monitor remediation of any breaches or misalignments reported per the above functions
• Serve as a trusted advisor to Executive Management and Board Risk Committee on strategic, operational, financial, and regulatory risks.
• Attend and actively participate in Executive Management Meetings, and Board Sub-Committee Meetings, providing independent risk insights and recommendations.
• Conduct portfolio-level risk assessments, stress testing, and scenario analysis to evaluate potential impacts on capital and profitability.
• Oversee counterparty risk management, credit risk assessments and due diligence reviews for investments and strategic partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, governance standards and industry best practices.
• Lead Business Continuity Management, Crisis Management and Incident Management programs across the Group.

Requirements

• Excellent organizational, analytical, time management, planning, problem solving, oral and written communication skills with strong attention to details.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications and other computer software e.g., spreadsheet, database and is comfortable reviewing numbers.
• Knowledge of relevant policies in a financial environment with strong business acumen.
• Good interpersonal and strong team management skill.
• Minimum of 5 years or more risk management with relevant experience in financial services.
• HND /Bachelor’s Degree in a Business-related Course, Economics, Accounting or Engineering.
• Masters’ degree in a relevant field of study or relevant professional qualification would be an advantage.

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Job Description

We're looking for an Investor Relations Lead to be the connective tissue between our company and the investment community shaping how the market understands our story, our numbers, and our trajectory.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating quarterly earnings calls and supporting the ongoing communications activities of the firm with shareholders and sell-side research analysts. Fosters positive relationships with existing and potential investors, providing timely and accurate information to support investment decision-making, and organizes and supports the annual meeting. Ensures employees have a sales-first orientation and drives the overall business development budget of the firm.

• Develop comprehensive investor relations strategies and communication plans.
• Draft documents including press releases, presentations, and annual reports for investors.
• Obtain necessary approvals from relevant stakeholders.
• Execute investor relations activities to enhance transparency and trust among investors.
• Ensure all frameworks/policies have milestones and measurable KPIs, achieved within one year of resumption and renewable every year afterward.
• Develop strategies for managing relationships with external stakeholders such as customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
• Draft external communications and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Obtain approvals and oversee the execution of external relations initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with institutional investors and analysts.
• Develop tailored communication strategies for institutional investors.
• Obtain approvals and implement initiatives to enhance relationships with institutional investors.
• Timely revision of all frameworks/policies annually based on the previous year's learnings.
• Understand the requirements and objectives of the J10 policy.
• Develop an implementation plan and timeline.
• Execute the J10 policy in alignment with board directives and organizational goals, within the first year of engagement.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Develop frameworks for assessing economic indicators and their impact on the organization.
• Obtain approvals and implement policies to support informed decision-making.
• Promote a culture of prioritizing sales and revenue generation across the organization.
• Develop training programs and initiatives to instill a sales-focused mindset.
• Monitor and evaluate the adoption of the "sales first" culture and provide guidance as needed.

Requirements

• BSc in Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Advanced degree or professional certification.
• 8-12+ years of proven experience in investor relations, research, financial analysis, or related roles within the financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, investment products, and economic trends; ability to analyze financial statements and interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex financial information and create compelling presentations and reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with investors, analysts, and other stakeholders, and to work collaboratively with internal teams and senior leadership.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and modeling, with the ability to provide insights into market trends and investor behavior.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with a detail-oriented approach to ensure accuracy in reporting.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to provide informed recommendations for investor relations.