Job Title: Managing Director
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Brief
- We are looking for an experienced Managing Director to control and oversee all business operations, people, and ventures our Micro Finance Bank.
- The ideal candidate will be a strategist and a leader able to steer the company in the most profitable direction while also implementing its vision, mission, and long-term goals.
- Very strong crisis management skills will also be essential since the managing director is the one expected to “save” the company in times of need.
- The goal is to ensure the company is constantly moving towards fulfilling its short-term and long-term objectives and does not diverge from its strategic guidelines.
Roles & Responsibilities
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- Develop and execute the bank’s business strategies in order to attain the goals of the board and shareholders
- Provide strategic advice to the board and Chairperson so that they will have an accurate view of the market and the company’s future
- Prepare and implement comprehensive business plans to facilitate achievement by planning cost-effective operations and market development activities
- Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are communicated all the way from the top down in the company and that they are followed at all times
- Communicate and maintain trust relationships with shareholders, business partners, and authorities
- Oversee the bank’s financial performance, investments, and other business ventures
- Delegate responsibilities and supervise the work of executives providing guidance and motivation to drive maximum performance
- Read all submitted reports by lower rank managers to reward performance, prevent issues, and resolve problems
- Act as the public speaker and public relations representative of the company in ways that strengthen its profile
- Analyze problematic situations and occurrences and provide solutions to ensure company survival and growth.
Requirements and Skills
- B.Sc / BA in Business Administration or relevant field;
- Professional Certifications: MBA or MSc/MA will be an added advantage
- 10 – 15 years of proven experience in the banking and financial industry and at least 5 years as a Managing Director or other managerial position
- Demonstrable experience in developing strategic and business plans
- Thorough knowledge of market changes and forces that influence the company
- Strong understanding of corporate finance and measures of performance
- Familiarity with corporate law and management best practices
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Application Letter to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
Deadline: July 31, 2023
Job Features
Job Category | Director / Assistant Director |