Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) Recruitment – December 2016

The Nigerian Stock Exchange services the largest economy in Africa, and is championing the development of Africa’s financial markets. The Exchange offers listing and trading services, licensing services, market data solutions, ancillary technology services, and more.
It is an open, professional and vibrant exchange, connecting Nigeria, Africa and the world.

Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) is recruiting to fill the vacant job positions of:

Job Title: Product Support Analyst
Location: Lagos
Division: Capital Market Division
Department: Secondary Market Department
Report to: Head – Secondary Markets
Department Grade: Product Support Analyst
Estimated Date of Resumption: Friday, March 31, 2017

Job Summary

• The Nigerian Stock Exchange, a leading Exchange in Africa that currently offers listing and trading in Equities, ETPs and Bonds, is searching for a Product Support Analyst.


• The Product Support Analyst will assist in all functions pertaining to the Product Management Department, with the overall goal of ensuring that all product lines get the necessary support, in line with the overall goals of the department.


• The Product Support Analyst will; not be restricted to any product -line or unit of the department, but his/her responsibilities will cut across the product -lines.


• The candidate will ensure the success of the products by working with all stakeholders (both internal and external).

Key Responsibilities

• Research & provide statistical reports on product (equities, fixed income, ETPs, derivatives/risk products) take-off/performance to be used for strategic planning sessions, presentations and Management briefings.


• Research & provide reports on capital market products, and or data to be used for strategic planning sessions, presentations, marketing plan & Management briefings


• Research & provide reports of industry best practice to be used by NSE/ad-hoc research proposals


• Monitor and report on weekly performance of NSE-traded products


• Liaise with other units and departments as and when necessary. Ensure efficiency of the department (administratively)


• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Head of Department


• Understand drivers of order flow to the Exchange


• Coordinate and partner with the other Product Management team members in conjunction with other stakeholders, to identify and address key issues that must be resolved before a successful product launch occurs. Serve as gatekeeper, ambassador and product line expert to internal/external parties


• Analyse new product ideas in conjunction with institutional/wholesale distribution and marketing firms to determine success potentials and uniqueness within the industry


• Monitor/interpret product pricing trends and recommend appropriate strategies


• Understand product profitability goals and provide inputs to appropriate financial areas


• Assist in driving the development process once a new product has been approved by all functional areas


• Provide insight and assist marketing on an on -going and proactive basis with respect to product positioning and communication strategies


• Continuously monitor industry trends and competitive environment; recommend initiatives to strengthen market position


• Assist in the preparation of presentations for EXCO and all key stakeholders

Functional Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking


• Strategic Research


• Risk Management

Behavioral Competencies:

• Attention to Detail


• Problem Solving


• Leadership

Qualifications and Experience

• A first degree in Quantitative or Business related areas


• 5 years of experience in financial services industry or in an investment product management/marketing role, distribution -related role

Job Title: Exchange Trade Funds (ETF) Product Manager
Location: Lagos
Division: Capital Market Division
Department: Secondary Market Department
Role: Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) Product Manager
Report to: Head – Secondary Markets Department
Estimated Date of Resumption: Friday, March 31, 2017
Job Summary

• The Nigerian Stock Exchange is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual who has a deep understanding of the competitive landscape in the relevant financial markets as ETF Product Manager.


• The ETF Product Manager will lead and guide the review /creation of ETF frameworks for scope of work, proposals, and research and business cases. He/She will oversee all functions


• pertaining to the ETF product line with the overall goal of ensuring that ETFs are appropriately priced, positioned, promoted, and supported in a way that will increase order flow as measured by number of transactions, trading volume and value in line with the overall goals of the product management department and will have responsibility for margins made on ETF Product line.


• The Product Manager will also be responsible for the NSE Index business. He/She will focused on the development and calculation of indices and play a lead role in developing new indices and implementing custom index requests.


• The Product Manager will become the “Product Advocate” by proactively disseminating related information while communicating the product message. He/She is expected to stay abreast of the competitive landscape and industry trends (utilizing internal and external data/information resources) to create a competitive platform that enables stakeholders realize their investment objectives.


• The Product Manager will own and drive the ETF product line and ensure the success of these programmes by developing and maintaining relationships with ETF market participants and relevant external and internal stakeholders.


• He/She will obtain and maintain knowledge of ETF client business. Set up and attend stakeholder visits and conduct stakeholder presentations.


• The position is situated Nigeria with a global focus to cover both local and international buy and sell side participants.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with fund experts to consistently develop and manage an array of offerings under ETF product line to meet the needs of the investing community and assimilate market feedback into new product development and positioning of existing ETFs


• Define the Exchange’s growth strategy and execution plan for the ETF product line to drive product sales & profitability


• Perform data analysis, such as trend and behaviour analysis related to the financial services industry and ETFs product development in general. Using the outcome of analysis and research, underpin recommendations for creating, developing, maintaining and enhancing NSE


• ETFs Market product development


• Responsible for the design and implementation of new ETF Product initiatives: Draft relevant documentation, perform analysis, research and carry-out appropriate planning with cross-market collaboration in mind, when relevant. Coordinate activities of ETF liquidity providers to appropriate their functions in promoting liquidity and market efficiency


• Enhance the market micro-structure (in areas such as transaction fees, index licensing fees) to increase product profitability


• Advocate transparency of ETFs listed on The Exchange by ensuring they observe documentation requirements in terms of structure, exposures and fair value at all times


• Liaise with index providers covering the Nigerian market or NSE index committee to ensure the providers meet a strong market demand for new and innovative indices to support ETFs across the asset class


• Maintain the MSCI relationship and work with MSCI by contributing meaningfully to the analysis, evaluation and NSE product vision of NSE/MSCI index offering


• Work with clients to implement custom index requests and co-develop custom index solutions


• Responsible for performance i.e. turnover & margins of ETF trading on The Exchange


• Liaise with the Market Operations and Technology Division to ensure system compatibility with market structure enhancements in support of the ETF product line and other business partners as necessary


• Create, review and amend ETF trading rules as necessary, to promote fair and orderly trading in ETF


• Manage key relationships with other stakeholders, Broker-Dealers, Market Makers, Institutional Investors (PFAs, CPFAs, Insurance companies, managed funds, portfolio managers, etc.) and other trading participants locally and internationally


• Develop and maintain a broad knowledge and awareness of trading industry developments, competitors, regulator rules that impact ETF trading


• Proactively disseminate investment and product resources to other areas of the organization in order to educate and train Internal/External stakeholders on Product attributes and new initiatives


• Coordinate and operate investor education in partnership with other stakeholders


• Understand drivers of ETFs order how to the Exchange


• Coordinate and partner with the other product development team members in conjunction with other stakeholders, to design and price products, identify and address key issues that must be resolved before a successful product launch occurs


• Serve as gatekeeper, ambassador and product line expert to internal/external parties


• Analyse new product ideas in conjunction with institutional/wholesale distribution and marketing firms to determine success potentials and uniqueness within the industry


• Monitor/interpret product pricing trends and recommend appropriate strategies


• Understand product profitability goals and provide inputs to appropriate financial areas


• Assist in driving the development process once a new product has been approved by all functional areas


• Provide insight and assist the Listing Sales and Retention team in marketing on an ongoing and proactive basis with respect to product positioning and communication strategies


• Continuously monitor industry trends and the competitive environment; recommend initiatives to strengthen market position


• Assist in the preparation of presentations for ExCo and other key stakeholders

Functional Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking


• Strategic Research


• Risk Management


• Market Analysis


• Capital Market Knowledge


• Knowledge of Trading Platforms

Behavioral Competencies:

• Attention to Detail


• Problem Solving


• Leadership


• Time Management

Qualifications and Experience

• A first degree in Quantitative or Business related areas


• A post graduate degree (M Sc or MBA) or professional certification and licenses (e.g. CIS, CFA, will be an added advantage


• Minimum 10 years of experience in financial services industry or in an investment product management/marketing role, distribution-related role.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply 

Application Deadline  30th December, 2016.

Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) Recruitment – December 2016

Business Manager at Total Contrast Beauty Studio

Total Contrast Beauty Studio is currently seeking application from a young talented female who has business management capability and flair for hair, nail and skin care to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Business Manager

Requirements

• She must have a sound knowledge of accounting


• Good understanding of digital/social media marketing.


• Must show a track record of past successes with digital marketing.


• She must have at least an OND degree


• Apt communication skills.


• Expert at delivering satisfaction always with her customer service skills

Location: Lagos

Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply as a person at:

Total Contrast Beauty Studio,
Road 2, WestEnd Estate,
Off Lekki County Road, Ikota,
Lekki-Epe Expressway,
Lagos State.

Business Manager at Total Contrast Beauty Studio

International Postgraduate Awards at University of Stirling, 2017

The essence of the University of Stirling is its great people: our graduates, staff and students are helping to shape the world. Founded by Royal Charter in 1967, the University of Stirling was the first genuinely new university in Scotland for over 400 years. We retain our pioneering spirit and a passion for innovation and excellence in all we do.We aim to be at the forefront of research and learning that helps to improve lives.
Working with academic, commercial, public, private and voluntary sector partners, Stirling is one of the UK’s leading research universities in the fields of health and wellbeing, the environment and people, culture and society, enterprise and the economy, and sport.

Title: International Postgraduate Awards

Description

• As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting academic achievement and encouraging student diversity, the University of Stirling is pleased to offer an awards scheme for international postgraduate students.


• Awards will be offered in the form of a reduction in the overall tuition fee payable. 


• Applicants requiring a Tier 4 student visa will still be required to pay the International Tuition Fee Deposit as part of the standard admissions process. 

Nationality 
Citizens of Canada, Ghana, Hong Kong, India, Kenya, Japan, Malaysia, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, USA and Vietnam are eligible to apply.

Eligibility
For entry in September 2017 International Postgraduate Awards are offered to taught postgraduate applicants who are self-funded and liable to pay tuition fees at the overseas rate. Awards are available for students domiciled in, or nationals of the following countries, subject to meeting country-specific academic criteria as outlined below:

Canada – minimum 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Ghana – minimum Second Class Honours (Upper Division)
Hong Kong  – minimum Second Class Honours (Division I)
Japan – minimum average grade profile of 75 percent
Malaysia – minimum Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Nigeria – minimum Second Class Honours (Upper Division)
Norway – minimum average grade profile of Grade B

Closing Date
31 August 2017

Method of Application 

• Students from eligible countries will automatically be assessed for an International Postgraduate Award as part of the admissions process; there is no separate application required for this award. Students who qualify for award will be notified by Admissions, once academic offer conditions have been met.

Click here to get more information 

International Postgraduate Awards at University of Stirling, 2017

Fresh Graduate Recruitment at a Leading Financial Services Institution

Workforce Management Centre – Our client, a Leading Financial Services Institution, is urgently recruiting qualified candidates for immediate employment into the vacant position below:

Job Title: Fresh Graduate Recruitment

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• We are urgently looking for graduates who are self-confident and believe so much in themselves.


• The role requires graduates that are young spirited, result oriented and very resourceful and also passionate about building a brand that is going through a transforming process towards spreading its tentacles across the African continent.


• Our client is also a leading player in the financial services industry in the West African region.


• Successful candidates would be joining a team of professionals in the transformation of the organization.

Candidates Requirements

• At least a B.Sc. or OND or HND (Second Class Honours or Diploma with Upper/Lower Credit)


• Must be resident in Lagos


• Must be a very resourceful individual.


• Must have flair for Sales, be self-confident and believe in the virtue of self-employment


• Qualified candidates must also have excellent presentation and communication skills, be smart, articulate and able to meet deadlines and targets in a fast paced working environment.

Remuneration
Quite good for an entry level position in the financial services industry.

Application Closing Date
15th December, 2016.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to: [email protected]The Subject of the mail should be “Fresh Graduate – Lagos”

Fresh Graduate Recruitment at a Leading Financial Services Institution

Human Resource Manager at a Reputable EPC Contractor

Workforce Management Centre – Our client, a reputable EPC Contractor, is currently recruiting suitably and qualified candidates for the position below:

Job Title: Human Resource Manager

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• To design and implement an ambitious, forward thinking HR Strategy to ensure delivery of strategic and operational business plans in the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the strategic planning process in the business and continuously ensure alignment of HR initiatives to key business drivers.


• Revise the business organisation structures, role profiles, manning levels and competencies to ensure that they support the current and future requirements of the business.


• Ensure the organisation has a clear understanding of the labour/immigration laws and regulations of Nigeria.


• Formulating the HR policies for the company including code of conduct for personnel as well as compensation & benefits, rules and regulations, staff procedures and policies.


• Develop and implement a communication strategy that allows a better cascade of information throughout the business.


• Direct change initiatives and builds commitment to implement changes to improve business performance.


• Implement SAP HR module effectively; maintain all HR related records in full accuracy in SAP at all times.

Qualification & Experience

• First degree in Social Sciences or related field.


• Professional certification in HR (such CIPM, CIPD, SHRM) is compulsory.


• Must have a minimum of 10 years HR related experience, 5 of which should be in managerial position.


• Must have in-depth knowledge about the operational needs of the Business.


• Business driven with strong financial acumen.


• Must have a good knowledge of Human Resource Business Manuals, organizational development, talent management, performance management, workforce planning, retention strategies etc.


• Excellent communication and presentation skills.


• Sound knowledge of local and international labour relations.


• Business English is essential.

Skills & Competencies:

• High energy, pragmatic and a ‘can do’ attitude, creating a positive culture in the company.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Strong analytical capabilities.


• Open, honest and direct communicator.


• Customer focus, both internal and external, promoting the company as a preferred employer in the market.


• Ability to deliver results, meeting people goals and achieving employee satisfaction.


• Excellent negotiation and conflict management dealing with sensitive employee relation’s issues, while recognizing the sensitivities of cultural differences.

Application Closing Date
23rd December, 2016.

Method of Application
Qualified and interested candidates should kindly forward their CV’s to: [email protected] Kindly indicate “HR Manager” as the subject of the email.

Human Resource Manager at a Reputable EPC Contractor

Product Manager at the Nigerian Stock Exchange

The Nigerian Stock Exchange services the largest economy in Africa, and is championing the development of Africa’s financial markets. The Exchange offers listing and trading services, licensing services, market data solutions, ancillary technology services, and more.  It is an open, professional and vibrant exchange, connecting Nigeria, Africa and the world.
Job Title: Exchange Trade Funds (ETF) Product Manager 

Description

• The Nigerian Stock Exchange is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual who has a deep understanding of the competitive landscape in the relevant financial markets as ETF Product Manager.


• The ETF Product Manager will lead and guide the review /creation of ETF frameworks for scope of work, proposals, and research and business cases. He/She will oversee all functions


• pertaining to the ETF product line with the overall goal of ensuring that ETFs are appropriately priced, positioned, promoted, and supported in a way that will increase order flow as measured by number of transactions, trading volume and value in line with the overall goals of the product management department and will have responsibility for margins made on ETF Product line.


• The Product Manager will also be responsible for the NSE Index business. He/She will focused on the development and calculation of indices and play a lead role in developing new indices and implementing custom index requests.


• The Product Manager will become the “Product Advocate” by proactively disseminating related information while communicating the product message. He/She is expected to stay abreast of the competitive landscape and industry trends (utilizing internal


• and external data/information resources) to create a competitive platform that enables stakeholders realize their investment objectives.


• The Product Manager will own and drive the ETF product line and ensure the success of these programmes by developing and maintaining relationships with ETF market participants and relevant external and internal stakeholders.


• He/She will obtain and maintain knowledge of ETF client business. Set up and attend stakeholder visits and conduct stakeholder presentations.


• The position is situated Nigeria with a global focus to cover both local and international buy and sell side participants.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with fund experts to consistently develop and manage an array of offerings under ETF product line to meet the needs of the investing community and assimilate market feedback into new product development and positioning of existing ETFs


• Define the Exchange’s growth strategy and execution plan for the ETF product line to drive product sales & profitability


• Perform data analysis, such as trend and behaviour analysis related to the financial services industry and ETFs product development in general. Using the outcome of analysis and research, underpin recommendations for creating, developing, maintaining and enhancing NSE


• ETFs Market product development


• Responsible for the design and implementation of new ETF Product initiatives: Draft relevant documentation, perform analysis, research and carry-out appropriate planning with cross-market collaboration in mind, when relevant. Coordinate activities of ETF liquidity providers to appropriate their functions in promoting liquidity and market efficiency


• Enhance the market micro-structure (in areas such as transaction fees, index licensing fees) to increase product profitability


• Advocate transparency of ETFs listed on The Exchange by ensuring they observe documentation requirements in terms of structure, exposures and fair value at all times


• Liaise with index providers covering the Nigerian market or NSE index committee to ensure the providers meet a strong market demand for new and innovative indices to support ETFs across the asset class


• Maintain the MSCI relationship and work with MSCI by contributing meaningfully to the analysis, evaluation and NSE product vision of NSE/MSCI index offering


• Work with clients to implement custom index requests and co-develop custom index solutions


• Responsible for performance i.e. turnover & margins of ETF trading on The Exchange


• Liaise with the Market Operations and Technology Division to ensure system compatibility with market structure enhancements in support of the ETF product line and other business partners as necessary


• Create, review and amend ETF trading rules as necessary, to promote fair and orderly trading in ETF


• Manage key relationships with other stakeholders, Broker-Dealers, Market Makers, Institutional Investors (PFAs, CPFAs, Insurance companies, managed funds, portfolio managers, etc.) and other trading participants locally and internationally


• Develop and maintain a broad knowledge and awareness of trading industry developments, competitors, regulator rules that impact ETF trading


• Proactively disseminate investment and product resources to other areas of the organization in order to educate and train Internal/External stakeholders on Product attributes and new initiatives


• Coordinate and operate investor education in partnership with other stakeholders


• Understand drivers of ETFs order flow to the Exchange


• Coordinate and partner with the other product development team members in conjunction with other stakeholders, to design and price products, identify and address key issues that must be resolved before a successful product launch occurs


• Serve as gatekeeper, ambassador and product line expert to internal/external parties


• Analyse new product ideas in conjunction with institutional/wholesale distribution and marketing firms to determine success potentials and uniqueness within the industry


• Monitor/interpret product pricing trends and recommend appropriate strategies


• Understand product profitability goals and provide inputs to appropriate financial areas


• Assist in driving the development process once a new product has been approved by all functional areas


• Provide insight and assist the Listing Sales and Retention team in marketing on an ongoing and proactive basis with respect to product positioning and communication strategies


• Continuously monitor industry trends and the competitive environment; recommend initiatives to strengthen market position


• Assist in the preparation of presentations for ExCo and other key stakeholders

Skills

• Analytical Thinking


• Strategic Research


• Risk Management


• Market Analysis


• Capital Mkt Knowledge


• Knowledge of Trading Platforms


• Behavioral Competencies:


• Attention to Detail


• Problem Solving


• Leadership


• Time Management

Qualifications 

• A first degree in Quantitative or Business related areas


• A post graduate degree (M Sc or MBA) or professional certification and licenses (e.g. CIS, CFA, will be an added advantage


• Minimum 10 years of experience in financial services industry or in an investment product management/marketing role, distribution-related role.

Location: Lagos

Closing Date
30th December, 2016

APPLY HERE

Product Manager at the Nigerian Stock Exchange

Project Management Vacancy at International Facilities Services Limited, Wednesday 14, December 2016

International Facilities Services Limited, is an international facilities management company operating global standards to wide range of clients in Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa and the Middle East.

PROJECT MANAGER

RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects

Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget

Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility

Ensure resource availability and allocation

Develop a detailed project plan to track progress

Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs

Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques

Report and escalate to management as needed

Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders

Perform risk management to minimize project risks

Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors

Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation

REQUIREMENTS

2-3 years relevant work experience

Bachelor Degree

PMP / PRINCE II certification is a plus

TO APPLY

Applicants should send their CV’s to: jobs@ifs-ng.com

DUE DATE: 27 December, 2016

Project Management Vacancy at International Facilities Services Limited, Wednesday 14, December 2016