Fresh Jobs at Comercio Partners

Role Description:

• The Research Analyst will support the firm’s investment, advisory, and market intelligence activities by conducting rigorous financial, economic, industry, and company research. The role requires a highly analytical professional who can interpret complex data, identify trends, prepare insightful reports, and provide evidence-based recommendations to support strategic and investment decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on financial markets, macroeconomic trends, sectors, companies, and investment opportunities.
• Analyse financial statements, market data, valuation metrics, and economic indicators to generate actionable insights.
• Develop financial models, forecasts, dashboards, and valuation analyses to support investment and advisory recommendations.
• Prepare research reports, investment notes, market updates, presentations, and briefing documents for internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor industry developments, regulatory changes, competitor activity, and market risks relevant to the firm’s business areas.
• Support due diligence processes by gathering, validating, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information.
• Work with portfolio, investment, advisory, business development, and management teams to provide timely research support.
• Maintain databases, research files, and documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of information.
• Present research findings clearly and professionally to senior management, clients, and other stakeholders when required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in research, investment analysis, financial analysis, asset management, capital markets, consulting, or a related financial services role.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, investment products, economic indicators, and business analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse financial statements and interpret quantitative and qualitative data.
• Professional certifications or progress toward CFA, ACCA, ICAN, or other relevant qualifications will be an added advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong research, data interpretation, and financial modelling capabilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with Bloomberg, Refinitiv, Capital IQ, Power BI, SQL, or similar tools is an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to high-quality outputs.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, professionalism, and commercial awareness.

Key Performance Indicators

• Timeliness, accuracy, and relevance of research outputs.
• Quality of financial models, market insights, and investment recommendations.
• Effectiveness in supporting decision-making across investment, advisory, and business development activities.
• Ability to identify emerging market trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Stakeholder satisfaction with research reports, presentations, and analytical support.

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Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals to clients for new business
• Prepare returns to regulatory authorities
• Master provisions of all relevant laws/regulations
• Responsible for building and maintaining accurate investor and transaction databases
• Handle day-to-day interface with clients and other parties involved in the department’s transactions.
• Responsible for retrieving data from a wide variety of data sources and interpret and present accurate and dependable data
• Responsible for developing sound, presentable models with integrity
• Responsible for uploading financial data into model templates with minimal errors in line with standard financial principles & conventions
• ECM and DCM valuation utilising various methodologies
• Responsible for preparing pitch documents to prospective clients
• Responsible for supervising proper filing records
• Understanding of transaction timelines and deliverables
• Ensure that transactions are executed in line with the relevant rules and regulations within the financial advisory internal procedures.
• Assist with special ad-hoc projects, presentations and initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years’ experience in similar roles
• First Degree from a reputable university
• ICAN/ACCA/CFA certified
• Good knowledge of the Nigerian Capital Market is essential
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Good presentation and communication skills

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Role Description

• The Portfolio Manager is responsible for managing discretionary and non-discretionary investment portfolios in line with clients’ mandates, risk appetite, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Portfolio Construction & Management

• Develop and implement portfolio strategies aligned with clients’ investment objectives.
• Conduct asset allocation across equities, fixed income, money market instruments, and alternative investments.
• Monitor portfolio performance and rebalance portfolios in response to market movements and mandate guidelines.
• Ensure portfolios remain within approved risk parameters and investment limits.
• Oversee trade execution in collaboration with the dealing desk.

Investment Research & Analysis

• Conduct macroeconomic, sectoral, and company-specific research.
• Prepare investment memos and recommendations for the Investment Committee.
• Analyze financial statements, valuation metrics, and market trends.
• Track global and local market developments and assess impact on portfolios.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Monitor portfolio risk exposures (market, credit, liquidity, and concentration risk).
• Ensure compliance with SEC regulations and internal investment guidelines.
• Prepare reports for internal risk committees and regulatory bodies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of investment decisions.

Client Engagement & Reporting

• Participate in client meetings to explain portfolio strategy and performance.
• Prepare quarterly and monthly portfolio performance reports.
• Provide insights into the market outlook and investment positioning.

Investment Committee Participation

• Present research findings and portfolio updates.
• Contribute to strategic asset allocation decisions.
• Support development of new investment products.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, economics, or related field. 
• CFA or equivalent investment management professional certification preferred. 
• 5–8 years’ experience in investment research and portfolio management. 
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian and global macro environments. 
• Skilled in fundamental analysis, financial modeling, and portfolio construction 
• Solid understanding of investment theory, asset allocation and asset classes
• Familiarity with SEC regulations and compliance requirements. 
• Strong risk management awareness. 
• Proven experience managing institutional and HNI portfolios. 
• Proficient with Bloomberg. 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills. 
• Analytical and problem‑solving mindset. 
• Proficient in MS Office.