Goldenbridge is a fund and portfolio management company offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management to individuals, companies and organizations. We have added value and offered strong returns to our clients since 2015.
We have extensive experience and considerable understanding of Nigeria, and the global markets. Over the years our investment team has demonstrated exceptional performance, even during varying market conditions. With innovative ideas and real-life solutions, we have also helped make financial progress towards a more secure financial future viable for clients of all income and portfolio sizes.
Goldenbridge Asset Management has helped more individuals and organizations achieve their long-term financial goals through a wide variety of solutions. Our way of managing assets is comprehensive. We have a thorough view of the client's financial wealth and we adjust our services according to the client's needs. The client's priorities as well as ensuring stable future wealth are our guiding principles. Our core values at Goldenbridge are integrity, transparency, excellence, accountability and teamwork. We believe in building long lasting relationships with both our clients and partners.
Goldenbridge Asset Management is regulated by the Nigerian Securities and Exchange commission (SEC).
We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Head Of Investment
Location: Wuse Zone 1, Abuja (FCT) Employment Type: Full-time
Summary
The Head of Investment leads the firm's investment function and is accountable for the performance, risk management and integrity of all client and fund portfolios.
The role sets investment strategy and philosophy, builds and leads a high-performing investment team, and ensures every investment decision is disciplined, well researched and compliant with regulatory requirements and client mandates.
Key Responsibilities Investment Strategy and Portfolio Management:
Develop and implement the firm's investment strategy, asset allocation framework and investment policy across mutual funds, discretionary portfolios and other mandates.
Oversee construction and management of portfolios across fixed income, equities, money market and alternative asset classes.
Chair the Investment Committee: present investment views, recommendations and portfolio performance, and ensure decisions are documented.
Ensure portfolios stay aligned with stated objectives, risk profiles and mandate restrictions.
Research and Market Analysis:
Direct macroeconomic, sector and company research to support investment decisions.
Monitor Nigerian and global market conditions, monetary and fiscal policy, interest rate and currency trends, and translate them into portfolio positioning.
Approve investment ideas, valuation models and research outputs before they are acted upon.
Performance, Risk and Compliance:
Monitor portfolio performance against benchmarks; produce regular performance attribution and reporting for management, the Board and clients.
Work with Risk and Compliance to set and monitor risk limits, liquidity, concentration and counterparty exposure.
Ensure adherence to SEC Nigeria rules, PenCom guidelines where applicable, the Investments and Securities Act, and internal policies.
Support regulatory examinations, audits and internal reviews.
Business Development and Client Engagement:
Partner with Business Development and Client Services to present investment strategy and performance to clients, prospects and institutional investors.
Support new product development, fund launches and mandate pitches.
Represent the firm at industry forums, with regulators and with market counterparties.
Team Leadership:
Recruit, develop and retain investment talent; set clear performance objectives and conduct appraisals.
Foster a culture of rigorous research, accountability, ethics and continuous learning.
Plan succession and manage the investment team's headcount and budget in line with the firm's workforce plan.
Investment Governance and Oversight:
Own the Investment Policy Statement, investment guidelines and mandate documentation, and review them at least annually.
Define the investment process end to end: idea generation, due diligence, approval, execution, monitoring and exit.
Maintain approved lists of securities, issuers, brokers, custodians and counterparties, in line with risk and compliance requirements.
Ensure best execution, fair allocation of trades across portfolios and clear conflict-of-interest and personal-dealing controls.
Approve valuation methodologies for illiquid or unlisted holdings and work with Finance on fund pricing and net asset value accuracy.
Product Development and Fund Management:
Lead the design, structuring and launch of new funds, discretionary mandates, structured products and alternative investment vehicles.
Prepare and review prospectuses, offering documents and fact sheets with Legal and Compliance, and support regulatory filings and approvals.
Review the existing product range regularly and recommend enhancements, mergers or closures.
ESG and Responsible Investing:
Integrate environmental, social and governance considerations into research, selection and monitoring of investments where relevant to mandates.
Set the firm's approach to responsible investing and stewardship, including engagement with issuers.
Institutional and Stakeholder Reporting:
Provide monthly and quarterly investment reports to the Board, the Investment Committee and senior management covering performance, attribution, risk and outlook.
Prepare client-facing commentary and attend client reviews and annual general meetings for funds as required.
Engage trustees, custodians, fund administrators, auditors and regulators on investment matters.
Operations and Business Continuity:
Work with Operations, Finance and Technology on settlement, reconciliation, custody and investment systems.
Ensure investment processes have documented procedures, adequate controls and business continuity arrangements.
Qualifications
Interested candidates should possess a Master's Degree with 10 - 12 years experience.
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