Technical Assistant to the GMD at EdgePlus Capital Limited

EdgePlus Capital Limited is an investment and financial advisory organisation focused on activating capital in middle market economies across Africa and the world. EdgePlus Capital Limited was founded with the goal of connecting communities through Finance, Strategy, and Advisory in order to build a sustainable business structure, promote financial inclusion, and increase social impact. We help clients achieve their financial and capital goals quickly and easily by supplying funding needs.

Title: Technical Assistant to the GMD

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting research and preparing reports, presentations, and documents for the Group CEO.
• Assisting in the preparation and follow-up of meetings, including drafting agendas, taking meeting minutes, and tracking action items.
• Coordinating and liaising with internal and external stakeholders, such as senior executives, regulators, clients, partners, and vendors.
• Assisting in project management tasks, including tracking project progress, monitoring timelines, and ensuring deliverables are met.
• Keeping abreast of industry trends and developments to provide relevant information and insights to the Group CEO.
• Supporting the Group CEO in special projects, initiatives, and strategic planning processes.
• Collaborating with other members of the executive team and providing support as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the CEO’s office.
• Providing high-level administrative support to the Group CEO, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements.
• Handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Managing communication on behalf of the Group CEO, including responding to emails, phone calls, and other correspondence.

Qualifications

• Education: Candidates should possess minimum of post-graduate Degrees or professional certifications in a relevant field such as Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline with 2 – 4 years relevant work experience.
• Experience: Previous experience in a similar role providing executive-level support, preferably within the financial services industry, can be beneficial. Experience in project management, digitisation, research, or administrative support roles is also valuable.

Technical:

• Skills: Proficiency in using office productivity software such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant tools for data analysis, research, and communication.
• Familiarity with project management software may also be advantageous.

Communication:

• Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for effectively interacting with stakeholders, drafting reports, and preparing presentations.

Analytical:

• Skills: Ability to analyze data, conduct research, and provide insights to support decision-making processes.

Organizational:

• Skills: Strong organizational skills to manage calendars, schedules, meetings, and projects efficiently.
• Discretion: Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities, flexible work hours, work under pressure, and respond to unexpected situations effectively.

Interpersonal:

• Skills: Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships with colleagues, clients, and external partners, and collaborating effectively withdiverseteams.

Deadline: 10th March, 2024.

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.