Requirements

• University degree in a business-related discipline.
  
• Recognized professional financial certification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CFA).
  
• A minimum of 20-25 years of progressive experience in Investment Banking, Corporate Finance, Capital Markets, or Financial Advisory, with a significant portion at a senior leadership level.
  
• Master’s degree (MBA/MSc Finance or related discipline) is an advantage.
  
• Demonstrated success in leading transformational initiatives, achieving market leadership, and driving shareholder value.
  
• Extensive network of corporate clients, institutional investors, regulators, and industry stakeholders
  

Origination and Execution of deals

• Originate, lead, and secure high-value Investment Banking mandates from new and existing clients across private and government sectors.
  
• Lead execution of complex transactions, including debt and equity capital raising, project and structured finance, mergers & acquisitions, and advisory mandates.
  
• Provide executive oversight for deal teams, ensuring optimal transaction structuring, rigorous financial analysis, and successful execution.
  
• Build and maintain a pipeline of high-quality mandates, ensuring sustainable revenue growth and market share expansion.
  

Strategy development and Business Performance management:

• Define the long-term strategic vision for the GCML and ensure its execution in alignment with the firm’s overall goals.
  
• Drive innovation in product offerings, capital market solutions, project & structure finance transactions and advisory services to strengthen competitive positioning.
  
• Monitor market dynamics, regulatory developments, and economic trends, adapting strategies to capture emerging opportunities and mitigate risks.
  

Stakeholder engagement:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with regulators (SEC, NGX, FMDQ), industry bodies, and key market participants.
  
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Corporate Banking, Treasury, Securities Trading, Trustees, Registrars, Asset Management and other Greenwich subsidiaries to deliver integrated client solutions.
  

Leadership:

• Build, mentor, and retain a high-performing Investment Banking leadership team.
  
• Oversee succession planning, performance management, and talent development initiatives.
  
• Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation across the division.
  
• Represent GCML in industry forums, media engagements, and strategic alliances to enhance brand visibility and credibility.