Jobs at Robert Walters

Job ID: PWYKSQ-D507A501

About The Role

• Our client is hiring for an experienced finance professional with extensive real estate market experience in Nigeria for Principal position within their Real Estate team.
• The ideal candidate should have significant experience in real estate financing or real estate development from an investment or commercial bank, IFI, private equity firm, asset management firm, or auditing/financial consulting firm operating to international standards.
• The candidate must have practical experience of participating in and leading complex transactions in the real estate and hospitality sectors through the full project life cycle.

Role responsibilities
Structuring and Execution:

• Work as a senior project team member with more experienced operation leaders on complex transactions, contributing to all aspects of project structuring and execution, including supporting the operation leader with the management of the project team

Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation and Reporting:

• As a senior project team member perform all such tasks as may be assigned by the operation leader and provide constructive portfolio monitoring advice, guidance and supervision to more junior members of the project team

Policy Dialogue:

• In cooperation with relevant units within the Bank and Banking country teams (if applicable), contribute to policy dialogue, in a leading role (project level initiatives) or supporting function (national level initiatives)
• Assist in providing necessary support, in the form of relevant information or documentation or meeting participation, towards efforts to procure grants and technical cooperation funds to complement investment projects or required as part of policy dialogue efforts.

Business Development:

• Assist with marketing and business development efforts in the relevant sector and countries to build reputable market contacts in order to develop a broad deal flow and cross selling of the Bank’s competencies

Staff Management:

• Assist in recruiting, training, coaching and mentoring junior bankers, in coordination with the team Director and Associate Directors, Senior Bankers, involving them in all aspects of the project cycle (appraisal, execution, implementation, monitoring and business development), ensuring adequate quality of project work and appropriate workload distribution amongst the project team members; contribute to their professional and competency development

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Strong quantitative / numerical skills are critical with the ability to interpret financial information and to design and use financial models.
• Credit analysis skills, with the ability to interpret accounts, understanding local and international accounting principles and practice of credit analysis.
• Computer literacy, conversant with Microsoft Office and spread sheet packages including financial analysis and modelling modules.
• Excellent understanding of relevant systems and processes.
• Stakeholder management skills.
• Coaching, mentoring & leadership skills.
• Relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines and under time pressure.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

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Description

• The Head of Supply Chain Finance will lead the finance function supporting the end-to-end supply chain, providing strong financial control, cost visibility and commercial insight across manufacturing and supply chain operations.
• The role will oversee Cost Accounting, Factory Accounting and Accounts Payable, while driving financial analysis and performance improvement across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Supply Chain Finance function and provide financial leadership to manufacturing and supply chain operations.
• Oversee cost accounting, factory accounting and accounts payable activities.
• Drive accurate product costing, standard costing, variance analysis and cost control.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support operational and commercial decision-making.
• Monitor manufacturing costs, inventory, working capital and supply chain financial performance.
• Partner with Operations, Procurement, Supply Chain and Commercial teams to identify cost optimisation opportunities.
• Strengthen financial controls, reporting processes and compliance across the supply chain.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning for supply chain and manufacturing operations.
• Develop and monitor key financial KPIs and provide actionable insights to the CFO and leadership team.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency and working capital through better financial management.

Candidate Profile

• 10+ years’ experience in finance, with significant exposure to FMCG, manufacturing or a complex supply chain environment.
• Strong track record in cost accounting, factory accounting, accounts payable and financial analysis.
• Proven experience partnering with manufacturing and supply chain leadership teams.
• Strong understanding of inventory, product costing, manufacturing variances and working capital.
• Experience managing finance teams and delivering robust financial controls and reporting.
• Strong analytical, commercial and problem-solving capabilities.
• Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to translate financial data into business insights.

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About The Role

• Our client is hiring for an experienced finance professional with extensive real estate market experience in Nigeria for a Principal position within their Real Estate team.
• The ideal candidate should have significant experience in real estate financing or real estate development from an investment or commercial bank, IFI, private equity firm, asset management firm, or auditing/financial consulting firm operating to international standards.
• The candidate must have practical experience of participating in and leading complex transactions in the real estate and hospitality sectors through the full project life cycle.

Role responsibilities
Structuring and Execution:

• Work as a senior project team member with more experienced operation leaders on complex transactions, contributing to all aspects of project structuring and execution, including supporting the operation leader with the management of the project team

Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation and Reporting:

• As a senior project team member, perform all such tasks as may be assigned by the operation leader and provide constructive portfolio monitoring advice, guidance and supervision to more junior members of the project team

Policy Dialogue:

• In cooperation with relevant units within the Bank and Banking country teams (if applicable), contribute to policy dialogue, in a leading role (project level initiatives) or supporting function (national level initiatives)
• Assist in providing necessary support, in the form of relevant information or documentation or meeting participation, towards efforts to procure grants and technical cooperation funds to complement investment projects or required as part of policy dialogue efforts.

Business Development:

• Assist with marketing and business development efforts in the relevant sector and countries to build reputable market contacts in order to develop a broad deal flow and cross-selling of the Bank’s competencies

Staff Management:

• Assist in recruiting, training, coaching and mentoring junior bankers, in coordination with the team Director and Associate Directors, Senior Bankers, involving them in all aspects of the project cycle (appraisal, execution, implementation, monitoring and business development), ensuring adequate quality of project work and appropriate workload distribution amongst the project team members; contribute to their professional and competency development

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Strong quantitative/numerical skills are critical, with the ability to interpret financial information and to design and use financial models.
• Credit analysis skills, with the ability to interpret accounts, understanding local and international accounting principles and practice of credit analysis.
• Computer literacy, conversant with Microsoft Office and spreadsheet packages including financial analysis and modelling modules.
• Excellent understanding of relevant systems and processes.
• Stakeholder management skills.
• Coaching, mentoring & leadership skills.
• Relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines and under time pressure.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

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Job Summary

• The Senior Risk & Compliance Manager will support the development and implementation of a robust enterprise risk management and internal control framework, ensuring key business risks are identified, assessed, monitored and appropriately managed.
• The role will provide oversight of risk, compliance and internal control activities across the organisation and support a strong culture of governance and accountability. Client: A publicly listed group company

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the enterprise risk management framework across the organisation.
• Identify, assess and monitor key operational, financial, strategic and compliance risks.
• Develop and strengthen internal controls, policies and governance processes.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements and relevant standards.
• Conduct risk and control assessments and identify areas for improvement.
• Work with business functions to develop and monitor risk mitigation and remediation plans.
• Support internal and external audit activities and ensure timely closure of audit findings.
• Develop and monitor risk and compliance reporting, dashboards and key risk indicators.
• Provide management with insights on key risks, control gaps and emerging areas of exposure.
• Promote a strong risk, compliance and control culture across the organisation.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, Business or a related field.
• 5+ years' experience in risk, compliance, internal controls and/or internal audit.
• Strong experience within a large FMCG, manufacturing or complex corporate environment.
• Proven track record in enterprise risk management and internal control frameworks.
• Strong understanding of governance, compliance, audit and risk management principles.
• Experience identifying control gaps and implementing effective remediation plans.
• Professional qualification such as CIA, ACCA, ACA, CISA, CRMA or equivalent is advantageous.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and stakeholder-management skills.

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About the  job

• Our client is hiring for an experienced Head of Security. This role will provide strategic leadership and oversight for all physical security operations across the Group's manufacturing plants, distribution centers, warehouses, offices, and other business locations.
• The role is responsible for developing and implementing enterprise-wide security strategies, policies, and procedures to safeguard the organization's people, assets, facilities, products, and reputation.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Group's physical security strategy aligned with organizational objectives.
• Lead and manage security operations across multiple sites nationwide.
• Establish security policies, procedures, standards, and governance frameworks to ensure consistent implementation across the business
• Oversee the protection of all company assets, facilities, personnel, inventory, and critical infrastructure.
• Direct security operations at manufacturing plants, warehouses, distribution centers, depots, and corporate offices.
• Serve as the primary security advisor to executive leadership on security risks, emerging threats, and mitigation strategies
• Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses across business operations

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Security Management, Criminology, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Military Studies, or a related field.
• Professional security certifications will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years' progressive experience in physical security management, with significant leadership responsibilities.
• Proven experience leading security operations across multiple locations within a large FMCG or manufacturing organization.
• Experience operating at a senior management level, preferably at General Manager (GM) or Assistant General Manager (AGM) level.
• Demonstrated track record of developing and implementing enterprise-wide security strategies.