Strategy Execution Executive

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Strategy Execution Executive

Business Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Reporting Line: Head, Research and Strategy

Language requirements: English

Required No. Candidates for the Role: 1

Job Purpose

Cordros Capital Limited needs a Strategy Execution Executive, with a focus on Client Acquisition. This individual will be focused on identifying opportunities in Abuja and the North, and drive large-ticket business acquisition for the Group. This role is crucial in expanding our client base across our Six (6) Businesses including Securities Trading, Asset Management, Insurance Brokerage, Trustees, Registrars, and Investment Banking.

Responsibilities

•    Conduct thorough market research to identify potential customers and business opportunities.
•    Identify and develop new business prospects through networking, market research, and industry events.
•    Maintain a robust pipeline of potential clients.
•    Initiate and establish contact with potential clients to introduce Cordros’s services.
•    Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers in target organizations.
•    Coordinate initial meetings between potential clients and Cordros’s relationship managers.
•    Ensure a seamless handover of potential clients to the relationship management team for further engagement.
•    Develop and implement strategies to penetrate new markets and expand Cordros’s client base.
•    Collaborate with internal teams to align business development activities with organizational goals.
•    Attend industry conferences, seminars, and networking events to represent Cordros and build professional relationships.
•    Leverage personal and professional networks to identify business opportunities.
•    Prepare regular reports on business development activities, potential client interactions, and market insights.
•    Provide feedback and recommendations to the Head, Research and Strategy.

 Job Requirements

Education:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• A Second Degree and/or Completion of Relevant Professional Certification will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in business development, sales, or a related role within the financial services sector.
• Proven track record of successfully identifying and securing new business opportunities.

Key Knowledge and Skills  

Knowledge

The incumbent must have proficiency knowledge in the following areas:

• Financial services industry, including Securities Trading, Asset Management, Insurance Brokerage, Trustees, Registrars, and Investment Banking.

Skills

The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:

• Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.
• Strategic thinking and ability to develop and implement effective business development strategies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills to analyze market trends and data to inform business decisions.
• Effective negotiation skills to secure new business deals.

Behavioral Attributes

• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.

Working Relationships        

Internal

Collaboration with Relationship Managers and other internal teams.

External

Interaction with potential clients, industry professionals, and key decision-makers in target organizations.

Work Cycle: Hours/Days the incumbent is required to work

• Monday – Friday (8am – 5pm)
• A flexible working schedule is also available i.e remote work

Physical Requirements

                          None   Moderate    Extensive

Lifting Required   X

Computer use                                       X