Head / Manager, Fixed Income Lagos

The Bridge Recruiter - Our client, Sankore Investments, is  recruiting to fill the position below:  Job Title: Head / Manager, Fixed Income

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports to: Chief Investment Officer (CIO)

Direct Reports: Senior Fund Manager; Portfolio Manager; Head, Research About the Role

The Head/Manager, Fixed Income is responsible for leading the firm's fixed income investment strategy, portfolio management, and trading activities across money market instruments, government securities, corporate debt, and other fixed income products. The role is responsible for maximizing portfolio performance while ensuring compliance with the firm's investment policies, regulatory requirements, and risk appetite. The successful candidate will provide investment leadership, identify market opportunities, manage client portfolios, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop innovative fixed income solutions that support the firm's growth objectives.

Key Internal & External Interactions

Chief Investment Officer Funds Team Wealth Management

Institutional Investors & HNIs Credit Rating Agencies Counterparties & Financial Institutions Legal and Compliance Finance

Portfolio Management Industry experts, Investment Partners & Asset Managers,Regulatory Bodies:

Develop and execute fixed income investment strategies aligned with the firm's investment objectives and client mandates. Manage fixed income portfolios across government securities, treasury bills, bonds, commercial papers, corporate debt, Eurobonds, and money market instruments. Optimize portfolio performance through effective duration management, yield enhancement, and asset allocation. Monitor portfolio performance against benchmarks and recommend rebalancing strategies. Conduct portfolio reviews and provide investment recommendations.

Conduct macroeconomic, credit, and market research to identify investment opportunities. Analyze interest rate movements, inflation trends, monetary policy, and economic indicators. Produce investment outlooks and fixed income market commentary. Evaluate new investment opportunities and prepare investment memoranda. Develop interest rate forecasts and yield curve analyses.

Execute fixed income trades in accordance with approved investment mandates. Build and maintain relationships with brokers, banks, dealers, and market counterparties. Monitor market liquidity and pricing to optimize trade execution. Ensure efficient trade settlement and post-trade monitoring. Identify arbitrage and trading opportunities within approved risk limits.

Assess credit quality and investment risks associated with fixed income securities. Monitor portfolio exposure to interest rate, liquidity, credit, and concentration risks. Ensure adherence to investment guidelines, risk limits, and regulatory requirements. Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis on investment portfolios. Work closely with the Risk Management team to strengthen portfolio resilience.

Client Advisory & Business Development

Provide fixed income investment advisory services to institutional and high-net-worth clients. Participate in client meetings, investment committees, and business development initiatives. Develop customized investment solutions to meet client objectives. Support the preparation of investment proposals, pitch books, and presentations. Build and maintain strong client relationships to support asset growth and retention.

Support the design and launch of fixed income investment products and funds. Identify new investment opportunities across local and international debt markets. Collaborate with product, legal, compliance, and operations teams to launch new investment offerings. Contribute to innovation in investment solutions and portfolio construction.

Lead, mentor, and develop members of the Fixed Income team. Allocate responsibilities and oversee investment research and portfolio activities. Foster a high-performance, collaborative, and ethical investment culture. Drive continuous learning and professional development within the team.

Ensure compliance with SEC regulations, investment mandates, and internal investment policies. Prepare investment committee papers and portfolio performance reports. Support internal and external audits relating to investment activities. Maintain accurate investment documentation and transaction records. Ensure adherence to corporate governance and fiduciary responsibilities.

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or Master's Degree in Finance, Economics, Investment Management, or a related discipline is an advantage. CFA, CAIA, or FRM certification preferred. Minimum of 6–9 years of experience in fixed income portfolio management, treasury, asset management, or investment research. Demonstrated experience managing institutional or client investment portfolios. Experience within an asset management firm, investment bank, pension fund administrator, or financial institution is highly preferred. Deep expertise in macroeconomic research, performance analytics, portfolio optimization, and risk mitigation techniques. Proficiency in Bloomberg Terminal, portfolio analytics platforms, financial modeling tools, and risk assessment frameworks. Solid understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to investment governance.

Why Join Us?

At Sankore Investments, you will have the opportunity to define and execute global investment strategies, leveraging cutting-edge analytics and advanced portfolio management techniques. The work you do will have tangible social and economic impact, shaping market trends and driving long-term value creation. In addition, you will be part of an intellectually rigorous, flat, and performance-driven culture, working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. Expect competitive compensation, continuous professional development, and a dynamic environment that challenges you and rewards excellence.

14th September, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated Resume to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the  Job Title as the subject of the email.