DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Execute trades across various asset classes using the firm’s capital.
  • Develop and implement trading strategies based on technical and/or fundamental analysis.
  • Continuously monitor markets and adjust strategies based on performance and market conditions.
  • Manage and control risk exposure in accordance with internal risk management guidelines.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market news, economic events, and trading technologies.
  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports.
  • Collaborate with other traders, analysts, and risk managers.
  • Back-test strategies and improve models to enhance profitability
  • Make marketing calls to investors along with the Sales Team where needed
  • Onboard institutional investors (PFAs, Asset Managers, Banks, Insurance companies etc) as corporate clients
  • Discretionary Accounts/Portfolio Management.

EDUCATIONAL & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, or a related field.
  • Member of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS)
  • Authorized Dealing Clerk of the Nigerian Exchange
  • Professional certifications (e.g., CFA, FRM) are an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE

  • 5 years of experience in proprietary trading or similar financial role.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of financial markets, instruments, and trading strategies.
  • Excellent risk management and decision-making skills.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Strong knowledge of the Nigerian capital market instruments and trading rules.
  • Proficiency in trading platforms such as X-Gen (NGX trading engine), Bloomberg (if available), or in-house trading terminals.
Job Category: Hybrid
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Ikoyi