Technical Assistant to the CEO Head Office

Westfield Consulting Limited - Our client in the Banking sector (One of the new generation banks), is  recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:   Job Title: Technical Assistant to the CEO

Grade: SBO - DM

Location: Head Office, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports to: MD/CEO Job Summary

The  job role provides high-level administrative, research, and project management support to the MD/CEO. Coordinate strategic initiatives, prepare board/exco materials, and drive execution of key bank priorities across Retail, Corporate, Treasury and Operations etc.

Principal Duties and Responsibilties

Strategic Initiatives: Own and drive MD-level projects. Examples: Digital bank launch, Cost optimization, Branch expansion, CBN compliance projects Follow-ups: Track all MD directives and ensure closure with EXCO and Business Heads. Problem Solving: Investigate issues escalated to the MD and propose solutions within agreed timelines

Calendar & Gatekeeping: Manage MD’s calendar. Prioritize meetings, brief MD before key engagements Correspondence: Draft speeches, memos, board papers, and emails on behalf of MD. Handle confidential documents Stakeholder Management: Interface between MD and EXCO, Board, Regulators CBN/NDIC, and key clients

Research, Analysis & Reporting:

Market & Competitor Intel: Weekly brief on other banks moves, CBN circulars, fintech trends Data & Presentations: Build slides for Board, EXCO, and Investor calls. Bank metrics: NPL, CASA, NIM, Cost-to-Income Briefing Notes: 1-pager for MD before every meeting with regulators, investors, or large clients

Board/EXCO Support: Prepare agenda, collate papers, take minutes, track action items Regulatory Liaison: Coordinate bank’s response to CBN queries and regulatory exams Special Assignments: Handle any ad-hoc task assigned by MD.

Speed of response to emails Number of grammatical or style errors in email correspondence and draft documents Timeliness of delivery of meeting agenda to stakeholders Efficiency of document filling Efficiency of the CEO in meeting his targets.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Banking & Finance, Economics, Business. MBA/MSc is a strong advantage Experience: 6 years and above in Banking, Consulting, or Investment Banking. Must have worked in Strategy, Operations, or MD’s Office Certifications: ACA, CFA Level 1, or CIBN is an advantage Ability to understand complex banking issues and simplify for MD Banking Knowledge: Understands P&L, Risk, Treasury, Retail Banking, and CBN regulations Excellent writing, PowerPoint, and executive presence Discretion & Integrity: Handles sensitive M&A, HR, and regulatory info Stakeholder Management: Can chase a GM and a Branch Manager with equal firmness.

Not Specified. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send your CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using the Job Title as the subject of the email

Note: The role is strictly for qualified candidates currently working in the Banking Industry.