Head of Asset Management Job at the People Practice

The People Practice - Our client, a real estate and lifestyle development organization, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Head of Asset Management 

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Our client is looking to hire a Head of Asset Management will lead the organization Asset Managers’ efforts to provide innovative and high-quality asset management solutions to high-net-worth individuals (HNIs), institutional investors, and retail clients. 
• This role includes overseeing portfolio management, advisory services, collective investment schemes, and securities trading, while also focusing on research, data analysis, and department setup. 
• The ideal candidate will collaborate with the treasury team to optimise fixed-income opportunities and drive sustainable growth.

Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and implement the asset management strategy aligned with the firm’s objectives.
• Set up the asset management department, including defining operational structures, processes, and policies.

Portfolio and Investment Management:

• Oversee client portfolios to ensure optimal asset allocation and risk management.
• Identify and recommend investment opportunities across fixed-income, equities, and alternative investments.

Product and Service Development:

• Design and promote collective investment schemes, portfolio management products, and advisory services.
• Introduce digitally driven cutting-edge tools and services to enhance asset management offerings.

Client Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with HNIs, institutional investors, and retail clients.
• Deliver tailored investment solutions to meet diverse client needs.

Research and Analysis:

• Conduct in-depth research and data analysis to guide investment decisions.
• Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and macroeconomic factors affecting asset performance.

Collaboration and Team Leadership:

• Work closely with the Treasurer to maximise fixed-income opportunities and optimise liquidity management.
• Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing team.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure all activities comply with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
• Prepare regular performance reports and insights for management and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Investment Management, or a related field. An MBA or professional certification (e.g., CFA, CIS) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 - 10 years of experience in asset management, investment banking, or portfolio management.
• Proven track record in managing diverse investment portfolios and achieving measurable results.
• Strong knowledge of financial markets, investment products, and risk management.
• Proficiency in asset management tools and technology platforms.

Must have skills:

• Excellent communication and relationship management skills
• Leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with expertise in research and data analysis.