Financial Services

Head Of Strategy

Maurice Xandra Solutions·Lagos, nigeria·Full Time·Internship
Financial ServicesFull TimeInternship
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  • The successful candidate will work closely with executive leadership, the Board and portfolio companies to drive growth, improve performance and create sustainable shareholder value.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the annual strategic planning, execution and performance-monitoring process.
  • Ensure business strategies align with the organisation's vision and long-term objectives.
  • Evaluate portfolio performance and develop strategies to optimise returns and manage risks.
  • Provide hands-on strategic support to underperforming portfolio companies.
  • Conduct detailed analyses and lead business turnaround and growth initiatives.
  • Support the evaluation of new investments and potential divestments.
  • Monitor industry trends, competitors and macroeconomic developments.
  • Present strategic insights and recommendations to executive leadership and the Board.
  • Prepare thought-leadership content for investors, regulators and institutional stakeholders.
  • Build relationships with portfolio-company leaders and external partners.
  • Lead and mentor the Strategy team, promoting high performance and collaboration.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics or a related field.
  • An MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is preferred.
  • 10 - 15 years' experience in a senior strategy role within a holding company, private equity firm or management consulting organisation in Nigeria.
  • Proven experience in corporate strategy, investment analysis, portfolio management and business turnaround.
  • Strong understanding of Nigeria's business, market and regulatory environment.
  • Excellent analytical, financial-modelling and problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, presentation and stakeholder-management abilities.
  • A strategic, entrepreneurial and results-driven mindset.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDMBA/MSc/MA
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At a glance

Company

Maurice Xandra Solutions

Location

Lagos, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Internship

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

October 26, 2026

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