Head, Strategy & Business Development at a Microfinance Bank

Posted on Thu 07th Nov, 2019 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

A Microfinance Bank with international affiliation and a sub of a Financial Holding company is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Strategy & Business Development

Location: Lagos

Main Responsibilities

The chosen candidate will playa leadership role in business development and implementation of a long-range of strategic plans and objectives through the identification of strategic issues and opportunities that could influence business growth and profitability
He/She shall be responsible for competitor benchmarking, marketing program effectives, industry intelligence, consumer knowledge, and development of strategic initiatives
The Head of Strategy shall lead the department in launching high priority strategic initiatives, working directly with the business executives of various subsidiaries in implementation of the agreed strategies
The Head Strategy shall report to the Group Managing Director.

Responsibilities

Ensures the formulation & implementation of the strategic plan.
Drives the development of the corporate strategy, including periodic and annual formal reviews of the Group’s long-term strategic plan
Works closely with senior executives ( Holdco & Subsidiaries) to lead most critical strategic initiatives, including business unit strategies, geographic expansion efforts, and new business launches
Provides in-depth industry and comparative market analysis and recommendations in support of senior management decision making.
Put in place performance measures that will determine the effectiveness of implemented strategies and identify areas for strategic improvement.
Defines potential businesses in order to realize profitability opportunities and also to avail insightful qualitative analyses.
Effectively develops and motivates the sales team in alignment with strategic goal across the group.
Submit regular analysis reports for senior management, business leadership and executives, and relevant stakeholders for purposes of further decision making.
Collaborates across the organization with top leadership, aiding in individualized strategy formulation for different projects and initiatives.
Conduct research on industry trends and market demand to inform product development.
Create the right partnerships and also leverage on opportunities.

Qualifications/Skills Required

10-15+ years of experience in strategy, business development, or sales, preferably in the financial services or financial software industries
MBA & M.Sc in Finance & other relevant qualification and professional registration.
Proven analytical skills and problem solving ability paired with meticulous attention to detail
Understanding of the alternative investment space or related financial services experience
Self-motivated and proactive team player who takes ownership of projects
Strong organizational skills with an ability to effectively manage competing priorities
Ability to communicate complex issues to a wide array of internal stakeholders
Desire to work in a fast-paced environment, consistently adhering to deadlines and evolving priorities.
Communication & Analytical skills.
Excellent interpersonal & numerical skills.
Excellent team player.
Experienced in investment relations.

Application Closing Date
15th November, 2019.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

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