Head of Human Resources / Executive Assistant

Responsibilities:

• Work directly with the senior executive to manage their daily activities, including administrative duties, and ensure they are prepared for meetings, presentations, and
• events within the stockbroking industry.
• Manage the senior executive's calendar, schedule appointments, meetings, and speaking engagements related to financial markets and stockbroking operations, and make domestic and international travel arrangements.
• Assess and determine the urgency of matters requiring the senior executive's attention, redirecting non-essential matters to appropriate staff or handling them personally when necessary, considering the fast-paced nature of the stockbroking industry.
• Act as the first point of contact for the senior executive, managing internal and external communications, including correspondence with clients, regulators (e.g., SEC, NSE), and other stakeholders in the financial sector.
  
• Oversee the HR Department, handling recruitment for roles within the stockbroking firm, onboarding of new hires, managing employee engagement, performance appraisals, and ensuring compliance with labour laws and regulatory standards within Nigeria's financial sector.
• Ensure the firm’s HR practices adhere to the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulations, while also ensuring adherence to company policies and industry best practices.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree (BSc) in a relevant field such as human resources, business administration, or related disciplines.
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in an administrative, executive assistance, or human resource role, preferably within the financial services or stockbroking sector.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suites (Excel, PowerPoint & Word)
• Excellent planning and time management skills to prioritise multiple tasks in a high-paced financial environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly for dealing with clients, regulators, and internal teams.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive client and business information in the stockbroking space.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic and regulatory-driven industry.
• Strong organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Integrity and honesty in handling all aspects of HR management and executive support duties.

Location: Lagos.

Application Closing Date: 11th November, 2026.