Current Recruitment at PriceWaterHouseCooper, 9th July, 2018

PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC) - Our client is a widely recognised Specialist Life Assurance Company in Nigeria, serving thousands of customers with bespoke insurance products tailored for each phase of their lives. The company is aimed at improving the quality of life of clients by providing prompt and quality insurance service delivery. They offer a range of insurance products such as annuity, investment plans, group life plans and much more. We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Human Resources Manager Reference Number: 130-PEO00900 Location: Lagos Department: People & Change Nigeria Job type: Permanent Roles & Responsibilities The successful candidate will be reporting to the ED, Finance/HR/Admin. This individual will be responsible for maintaining, leading and enhancing the Organisational Human Resources programs and policies as they apply. Other responsibilities are as follows:

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy
• Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital.
• Develop, implement and manage Performance Appraisal systems that drives high performance in line with the Company’s Policies.
• Maintain pay plan and benefits program
• Assess training needs to apply and monitor staff training and development programs.
• Nurture a positive working environment.
• Maintain the work structure by updating job requirement and revising job description.
• Manage recruitment and selection of all new employees and contract staff
• Report to Management and provide decision support through HR metrics
• Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management

Qualification & Experience Qualification:

• An advanced degree in Human Resources or an MBA strongly preferred
• HND or BSc. in Administration or Human Resources Management
• Relevant professional qualifications e. g. CIPM, SHRM, etc.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years cumulative experience
• Experience in the Insurance Industry an added advantage

Skills & Competencies:

• Result Orientation/ Drive for results
• Teamwork
• Conflict and/or negotiation skills
• Customer focus
• Attention to detail
• Good communication skills (Verbal & Written)
• Numerical/Arithmetical Ability
• Strategic thinking

Knowledge Requirements:

• Proven working experience as HR manager or other HR Executive
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels
• Ability to influence others and manage change
• Demonstrable experience with human resources metrics
• In-depth knowledge of Labour law and HR Best Practices
• Understand confidentiality; capable of discretion & able to handle/treat sensitive / important information properly.

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Job Title: Investment Manager Reference Number: 130-PEO00903 Location: Lagos Department: People & Change Nigeria Job Type: Permanent Reporting To: the MD/CEO Roles & Responsibilities This individual will be responsible for providing investment information and financial advice; works with corporate and individual clients; and maintains knowledge of a wide range of investment and financial products, including trusts, stocks, bonds, and shares.  Other responsibilities are as follows:

• Responsible for management of investment portfolio of the Company which includes bonds, shares, and other money market instruments, properties, etc.
• Relationship Management with Banks
• Implement investment decisions of the Board/CEO in line with investment and operational objectives.
• Cash flow and treasury management
• Provide investment information/Report and financial advice to Board and Management on a regular basis
• Make recommendations to Management and Board on investment strategy, policy and guidelines
• Work closely with investment bankers to access financial information and investment opportunities
• Present investment opportunities and related analysis to management and the Board of Directors of the Company
• Use complex financial models to project future earning and profit potential of investee companies and uses this data to inform decisions and proposals for management and board review
• Responsible for asset allocation and liquidity monitoring and portfolio rebalancing
• Ensure all appropriate risk management measures are in place for internally managed portfolios.
• Research on competitor investment options/products as required.
• Ensure Consultants and Fund Managers meet required performance standards and adhere to Fund processes, systems and compliance requirements.
• Maintain current knowledge about financial products available to the Company, including bonds, stocks, etc.
• Recommend investment decisions that will increase the value of the Company’s investment fund and ensure that the best return on investment is achieved
• Collate detailed, up-to-date information about the Nigerian economy and financial markets
• Ensure safety of investment fund portfolio
• Write financial research summaries
• Conduct regular meeting with stock market traders, fund managers and stockbrokers for investment opportunities
• Make informed investment recommendations

Requirements Skills & Competencies:

• Result Orientation/ Drive for results
• Teamwork
• Conflict and/or negotiation skills
• Customer focus
• Attention to detail
• Decision making
• Good communication skills (Verbal & Written)
• Numerical/Arithmetical Ability
• Strategic thinking.

Knowledge Requirements:

• 4 year(s) experience working as an Investment Analyst.
• In-depth understanding of financial metrics, setup, and statistics.
• Familiar with relevant laws and regulations.
• Strong propensity for data research and analysis.
• Experience with appropriate software systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Attention to detail.

Qualification:

• An advanced degree in Finance or an MBA strongly preferred
• HND or BSc. in Accounting, Statistics, Economics and relevant professional qualifications e.g. ICAN

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years cumulative relevant experience with at least four (4) years in Investment Analysis
• Experience in the Insurance Industry an added advantage.

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Job Title: Financial Reporting Manager Reference Number: 130-PEO00904 Location: Lagos Department: People & Change Nigeria Job type: PermanentRoles & Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be reporting to the ED, Finance/HR/Admin
• This individual will be responsible for managing the entire financial reporting process within the company or organisation. He will supervise the finance department in order to ensure effective financial reporting and compliance with all financial regulations and procedures.

Other responsibilities are as follows:

• Oversee the operations of the Finance department, including the design of an organisational structure adequate for achieving the department's goals and objectives
• Oversee the accounting operations of subsidiaries, especially their control systems, transaction-processing operations, and policies and procedures.
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements for the Company’s subsidiaries and parent Company
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Coordinate the preparation of the Company’s annual accounts
• Design and recommend measures by which the performance of company will be measured
• Calculate and issue financial and operating metrics
• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts
• Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to management
• Provide an efficient management cost report system
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Provide financial analyses for capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations
• Coordinate the provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit
• Comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Responsible for the filing of monthly, quarterly and annual returns to all regulatory bodies
• Research on technical accounting issues for compliance

Qualification & Experience Qualification:

• An advanced degree in Finance or an MBA strongly preferred
• HND or BSc. in Accounts, Economics or Business Administration and relevant professional qualifications e.g. ICAN

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years cumulative relevant experience with at least six (6) years in Financial Reporting
• Experience in the Insurance Industry an added advantage

Skills & Competencies:

• Result Orientation/ Drive for results
• Teamwork
• Conflict and/or negotiation skills
• Customer focus
• Attention to detail
• Decision making
• Good communication skills (Verbal & Written)
• Numerical/Arithmetical Ability
• Strategic thinking

Knowledge Requirements:

• Proven track record of working in a Financial Service and working as a Financial Reporting Manager
• Accounting experience
• Strong understanding of Securities and Exchange Commission’s reporting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, such as Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to manage large sets of data
• Ability to work in a fast –paced environment and manage well through ambiguity and complexity
• Ability to execute and follow- through to completion and documentation

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Job Title: Digital Channel Manager Reference Number: 130-PEO00901 Location: Lagos Department: People & Change Nigeria Job type: PermanentRoles & Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be reporting to the MD/CEO.
• This individual will be responsible for responsible for marketing across the firms various digital channels. This role is strategic and will also work across Mobile platforms including building optimized mobile applications through Pay per Click (PPC), Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Emails and affiliates.

Other responsibilities are as follows:

• To create and lead the development of digital marketing strategy across all digital channels including Search engine optimization (SEO), affiliates and display.
• Drive quarterly lead generation targets through management of digital marketing spend.
• Ensure daily digital spends are on-pace to budget, managing cost and providing detailed campaign reporting on a weekly basis.
• Come up with new campaign targeting ideas
• Integrate all campaigns with our internal tracking systems and make tracking and attribution improvement.
• Stay on pulse with all digital marketing industry trends and disruptions
• Responsible for developing, driving and implementing channel marketing activity with channel partners.
• Developing and overseeing the marketing plan for digital channels within the organisation.
• Implementing channel campaigns in order to expand market share and pursue aggressive growth targets.
• Plan and execute all digital marketing, including SEO, database marketing, email, social media and display advertising campaigns
• Design, build and maintain our social media presence
• Measure and report performance of all digital marketing campaigns, and assess against goals (Return On Investment and Key Performance Indicators)
• Identify trends and insights, and optimize spend and performance based on the insights
• Develop new and creative growth strategies
• Plan, execute, and measure experiments and conversion tests
• Collaborate with internal teams to create landing pages and optimize digital user experience
• Utilize strong analytical ability to evaluate end-to-end customer experience across multiple channels and customer touch points
• Collaborate with agencies and other vendor partners
• Evaluate emerging technologies. Provide thought leadership and perspective for adoption where appropriate
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements Skills & Competencies:

• Result Orientation/ Drive for results
• Teamwork
• Conflict and/or negotiation skills
• Customer focus
• Attention to detail
• Decision making
• Good communication skills (Verbal & Written)
• Numerical/Arithmetical Ability
• Strategic thinking

Knowledge Requirements:

• Proven track record of driving substantial revenue growth through digital channel management
• Extensive experience managing both Cost Per Mille (CPM) and Cost Per Click (CPC) acquisition, retargeting display and paid social campaigns.
• Very strong Excel and analytical skill
• Highly creative with experience in identifying target audiences and devising digital campaigns that engage, inform and motivate
• Mobile campaign experience/ good relationships with digital partners
• Expert knowledge of social media
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Application Programming Interface (API) integrations with digital vendors

Qualification & Experience Qualification:

• An advanced degree in Marketing or an MBA strongly preferred
• HND or BSc. in Administration, Mass Communication, International Relations and relevant professional qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years cumulative relevant experience with at least four (4) years in digital marketing
• Experience in the Insurance Industry an added advantage

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Job Title: Head, Business Development Reference Number: 130-PEO00902 Location: Lagos Department: People & Change Nigeria Job type: PermanentRoles & Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be reporting to the MD/CEO.
• This individual will be responsible for managing the organisations business development, ensuring consistent and rapid growth in sales across all channels.
• In addition, he/she will build market position by locating, developing, defining, negotiating, and closing business relationships.

Other responsibilities are as follows:

• Continually develop the Company’s brand and building increasing awareness in the market place
• Develop and manage relationships with potential clients, influencers and key stakeholders
• Screen potential business deals by analysing market strategies, deal requirements, potential, and financials; evaluating options; resolving internal priorities; recommending equity investments.
• Protect the organisation's value by keeping information confidential.
• Oversee the day to day management of the business development team.
• Devise strategies for driving sales growth across the business.
• Analyse existing approaches to the development of business and make changes where appropriate.
• Set targets for new business development for the business development managers and executives.
• Implement new business initiatives across the new business and sales teams.
• Work closely with members of the team to generate new businesses
• Identify sales opportunities as a result of market changes.
• Set up meetings with prospective customers to sell the company’s products and services.
• Implement sales incentives to drive sales performance within the team.
• Act as a key contact for large accounts.
• Form strategic partnerships with other companies to leverage their existing network.
• Set tough but achievable revenue targets for the business development managers.
• Negotiate sales contracts with customers and ensure product profitability.
• Work with the marketing team to devise marketing materials and tools to support new business teams.
• Monitor customer satisfaction with existing clients to ensure service delivery.

Requirements, Qualification & Experience Qualifications:

• An advanced degree in Marketing or an MBA or MPA strongly preferred
• HND or BSc. in Marketing and relevant professional qualifications.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years cumulative relevant experience with at least 10 years in Marketing.
• Experience in the Insurance Industry an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Result Orientation/ Drive for results
• Teamwork
• Conflict and/or negotiation skills
• Customer focus
• Attention to detail
• Decision making
• Good communication skills (Verbal & Written)
• Numerical/Arithmetical Ability
• Strategic thinking

Knowledge Requirements:

• Previous experience working in a senior business development role for a similar company.
• Proven track record of generating new business and achieving revenue growth.
• Natural leader and motivator of sales and business development teams.
• Ambitious and target focused with a drive to succeed.
• Excellent communication and presentation skill at all levels
• Demonstrable influencing skills
• Strong negotiating skills in marketing
• Excellent leadership and managerial skills
• Able to deal with varied tasks and to work under pressure to meet deadlines and targets
• Able to work effectively and responsibly without close supervision
• Capable of agile thinking to provide fast, accurate answers to questions
• Able to lead a team and be a member of a leadership team
• Experience in use of computer software applications.

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Job Title: Risk & Compliance Officer Reference Number: 130-PEO00905 Location: Lagos Department: People & Change Nigeria Job Type: PermanentRoles & Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be reporting to the Controller (CRO) Risk & Compliance.
• This individual will be responsible for ensuring that the business activity of the Company are carried out within a regulatory framework
• Prove compliance support to various departments by collecting and coordinating internal compliance data with auditors. Provide administrative support by implementing systems, procedures, and policies; completing projects in support of compliance auditors within the Organisation in line with the Company’s Policy.

Other Responsibilities are as follows:

• Perform risk assessments to understand the level, significance and scope of risk.
• Keep to date with, and understand, relevant laws and regulations
• Monitor compliance with laws, regulations and internal policies
• Ensure that Risk and Compliance findings are recorded and follow up with Management to rectify identified issues
• Educate employees on internal policies, laws and regulations; as well as the impact to the Company if these are not complied with.
• Investigate irregularities and non-compliance issues
• Report back to business functions on current risk and compliance performance.
• Highlight or escalate areas of concern
• Contribute to robust and effective compliance and controls with the Company
• Review marketing materials, presentations and websites to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Assist in the gathering of internal information in response to regulatory requests.
• Collate quarterly /yearly ERM reports
• Report and analyse identified risks
• Keep, update and report on risk register
• Coordinate and Compile Statutory Returns timely.
• Compile weekly report for Management meetings.
• Liaise with Risk Champions weekly and reporting on risk identified.
• Collaborate with other departments to create a culture of compliance.

Qualifications

• An Advanced Degree in Finance or an MBA strongly preferred
• HND or B.Sc. in Actuarial Science, Economics and relevant professional qualifications e.g. Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years cumulative relevant experience
• Experience in the Insurance Industry an added advantage

Skills & Competencies:

• Result Orientation/ Drive for results
• Teamwork
• Conflict and/or negotiation skills
• Customer focus
• Attention to detail
• Decision making
• Good communication skills (Verbal & Written)
• Numerical/Arithmetical Ability
• Strategic thinking

Knowledge Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Compliance Officer
• Risk assessment capability
• Ability to interpret risk
• Excellent Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards
• Good knowledge of legal requirements and Control (AML)

Interested and qualified candidates should:Click here to apply

Application Deadline 7th September, 2018.