About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and suitably qualified professional to join our dynamic team as a Securities Trader. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for executing securities transactions, monitoring market developments, managing client and proprietary trading activities, and providing timely market insights to support high-impact investment decisions. You will ensure that all trades are executed efficiently, accurately, and in strict compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and internal policies within the fast-paced Nigerian financial landscape.
Key Responsibilities- Execute client and proprietary securities transactions accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with approved trading limits and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor market movements, price trends, volumes, corporate actions, and macroeconomic developments to support informed trading decisions.
- Develop and implement trading strategies that align with client objectives, portfolio mandates, and the firm’s risk appetite.
- Provide timely market updates, trade ideas, and execution advice to institutional, corporate, and high-net-worth clients.
- Collaborate closely with research, sales, operations, compliance, and risk management teams to ensure seamless trade execution and settlement.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of SEC rules, NGX trading rules, capital market regulations, and relevant industry developments.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline; postgraduate qualifications are an advantage.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in securities trading, equities trading, stockbroking, investment management, or capital market operations.
- Must be a registered SEC Sponsored Individual.
- Relevant professional certifications such as CIS, ACS, CFA, or other recognized capital market qualifications.
- Strong understanding of Nigerian capital market operations, trade lifecycle management, and settlement processes.
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives and bonuses.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage for employee and dependents.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous career growth.
- A collaborative, high-performance work environment with industry leaders.