Portfolio Manager

Smart Partners Consulting Limited (SPCL) is an indigenous consulting firm poised on the business model of collaboration to provide professional services of Human Resources and Business Strategy to different companies in various sectors of Nigeria’s economy. It was incorporated in July 2013. Our idea of collaboration and partnership involves the synergy of tested experts in the market place to research, identify and proffer solutions to the ever dynamic needs of our Clients.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Portfolio Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The role involves conducting market research, analysing investment opportunities, making investment decisions, monitoring portfolio performance and implementing strategies that optimise returns while managing associated risks.
• The Portfolio Manager will be responsible for managing investment portfolios in line with clients' investment objectives, risk tolerance and agreed investment mandates.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage portfolio risks through diversification, asset allocation and continuous monitoring of market exposure.
• Develop and implement investment strategies for assigned portfolios based on investment objectives and risk profiles.
• Analyse financial statements, company performance, market trends and valuation metrics to support investment decisions.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis of financial markets, economic indicators, securities and investment opportunities.
• Make informed investment decisions regarding the purchase, sale and allocation of financial assets.
• Ensure investment activities comply with approved investment mandates, internal policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with investment analysts, research teams and other relevant departments.
• Identify emerging investment opportunities across relevant asset classes, including equities, fixed income, money market instruments and alternative investments.
• Maintain accurate records of portfolio transactions, valuations and investment decisions.
• Provide investment recommendations and market insights to the Chief Investment Officer.
• Monitor portfolio performance and recommend adjustments where necessary to achieve investment targets.
• Prepare regular investment performance reports and provide updates to management and clients as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5–7 years' experience in portfolio management, investment analysis, asset management or related financial services.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, investment analysis and relevant financial data tools.
• Strong understanding of capital markets, investment products, portfolio construction and risk management.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Statistics or a related discipline.
• Proven experience managing investment portfolios and analysing financial instruments.
• Professional certification such as CFA, CIS, ACCA or equivalent is an added advantage.

Required Competencies

• Excellent numerical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Risk analysis and management.
• Investment research and portfolio optimisation.
• Integrity, accountability and professionalism.
• Strong financial and quantitative analytical skills.
• Sound judgement and investment decision-making.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

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

Application Deadline: 25th November, 2026.