Technical Assistant to the Managing Director

Our client is a leading financial services firm in Nigeria providing innovative financial solutions to individuals, corporates, and government clients, supporting capital raising, wealth management, and strategic investments.

The Technical Assistant to the Managing Director provides high-level technical, analytical, and administrative support to the MD. This role is designed to facilitate informed decision-making, optimise operations, and ensure smooth execution of strategic initiatives.

• To support the MD in driving the execution of set corporate goals and objectives which include developing, monitoring, and implementing the Bank 's business strategy.
• To support the process of aligning business processes with organisational goals and regulatory requirements, establishing credible performance metrics across all business lines and functions.
• To support the activities of the Office of the Managing Director/CEO.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Strategy and Business Planning

• Support the MD in developing and monitoring corporate strategy initiatives and transformation programmes for the Bank.
• Prepare technical briefings, business cases, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyse industry trends, competitor performance, and emerging technologies to support strategic planning.
• Assist in annual business planning, performance tracking, and strategic reviews.
• Coordinate strategic projects across the Bank's business units to ensure timely execution.

  2. Project Coordination

• Assist in managing key projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met.
• Monitor progress of strategic initiatives and provide status updates to the MD.
• Liaise with cross-functional teams to collate inputs and align technical activities with business objectives.

  3. Decision Support

• Compile data and insights to assist the MD in making informed decisions.
• Draft reports, proposals, and correspondence on behalf of the MD.
• Provide recommendations based on data analysis and stakeholder feedback.

  4. Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate meetings, calls, and follow-ups with internal departments, clients, and partners.
• Represent the MD in selected meetings and communicate key outcomes effectively.

 5. Research and Innovation

• Conduct economic, financial, and industry research to support business decisions
• Track emerging industry trends, regulatory developments, and competitive intelligence.
• Identify innovation opportunities and operational best practices relevant to the organisation.
• Support development of strategic thought leadership materials and business insights.

Education/Experience Requirement

• Minimum eight years’ experience in a corporate environment with strong exposure to strategic planning and organisational transformation
• Commercial, Investment Banking, Private Equity or Merchant Banking experience is an added advantage 
• University Degree in a Management Science, Business, or Law field from a reputable university with a minimum of second-class upper-division grade
• Second degree and/or relevant professional qualification (e.g., MBA, ACA) will be added advantage.
• CFA qualification (completed or in progress) is strongly preferred

Competency Requirement

• Excellent judgment and discretion, maintaining the highest level of confidentiality 
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities, identify conflicts and proactively suggest resolutions  
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team skills  
• Excellent organisational skills, resourceful and detail-oriented with a track record of solving complex problems  
• Calm, professional, self-confident demeanour with a high work ethic  
• Strong analytical and presentation skills 
• Experience working directly with C-level executives.