Investment Manager via Ren San & Co. – Victoria Island, Lagos

Ren San & Co. is recruiting an Investment Manager in Victoria Island, Lagos, to provide investment research, analysis and advisory support to a Principal. The engagement is described as full-time with investment assignments carried out on an ad hoc or as-required basis.

Investment opportunities and due diligence

• Research opportunities aligned to the Principal’s investment objectives, risk tolerance and financial priorities.
• Assess equities, fixed income instruments, funds, real estate, private businesses and other relevant assets.
• Review financial statements, business plans, valuations, forecasts and investment proposals.
• Conduct or coordinate financial, commercial, operational, legal and regulatory due diligence.
• Identify opportunities and risks involving markets, liquidity, counterparties, concentration, currencies and reputation.
• Prepare objective analyses and investment recommendations identifying potential returns, investment periods and risk exposures.
• Compare potential investment options and recommend further investigation, negotiation, approval or rejection.

Portfolio monitoring and reporting

• Monitor existing holdings, investment income, maturities, distributions and capital calls.
• Review investment updates, flag material changes and recommend timely responses.
• Prepare investment briefs, performance summaries, risk assessments and recommendations for the Principal.
• Maintain investment records, legal documents, term sheets and reporting obligations.
• Coordinate with accountants, lawyers, investment advisers, fund managers and other specialists.
• Protect sensitive financial and personal information and disclose potential conflicts of interest.

Qualifications and capabilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, Investment Management or a related field.
• CFA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent professional qualification is an advantage.
• Demonstrable experience in investment analysis, portfolio management, financial advisory, wealth management, private equity or corporate finance.
• Knowledge of investment products, financial statements, commercial due diligence and financial modelling.
• Experience working with private investors, family offices or high-net-worth clients is an advantage.
• Strong reporting, commercial judgement, communication, negotiation and discretion.
• Knowledge of Nigerian financial markets; international investment familiarity is an advantage.