VFD Group is an alternative financial service holding company that creates value by working within Nigeria’s informal financial sector to create innovative products and solutions that are accessible to the everyday Nigerian.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Investor Relations Lead

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• We’re looking for an Investor Relations Lead to be the connective tissue between our company and the investment community shaping how the market understands our story, our numbers, and our trajectory.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating quarterly earnings calls and supporting the ongoing communications activities of the firm with shareholders and sell-side research analysts.
• Fosters positive relationships with existing and potential investors, providing timely and accurate information to support investment decision-making, and organizes and supports the annual meeting. Ensures employees have a sales-first orientation and drives the overall business development budget of the firm.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive investor relations strategies and communication plans.
• Draft documents including press releases, presentations, and annual reports for investors.
• Obtain necessary approvals from relevant stakeholders.
• Execute investor relations activities to enhance transparency and trust among investors.
• Ensure all frameworks/policies have milestones and measurable KPIs, achieved within one year of resumption and renewable every year afterward.
• Develop strategies for managing relationships with external stakeholders such as customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
• Draft external communications and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Obtain approvals and oversee the execution of external relations initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with institutional investors and analysts.
• Develop tailored communication strategies for institutional investors.
• Obtain approvals and implement initiatives to enhance relationships with institutional investors.
• Timely revision of all frameworks/policies annually based on the previous year’s learnings.
• Understand the requirements and objectives of the J10 policy.
• Develop an implementation plan and timeline.
• Execute the J10 policy in alignment with board directives and organizational goals, within the first year of engagement.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Develop frameworks for assessing economic indicators and their impact on the organization.
• Obtain approvals and implement policies to support informed decision-making.
• Promote a culture of prioritizing sales and revenue generation across the organization.
• Develop training programs and initiatives to instill a sales-focused mindset.
• Monitor and evaluate the adoption of the “sales first” culture and provide guidance as needed.

Requirements

• BSc in Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Advanced degree or professional certification.
• 8-12+ years of proven experience in investor relations, research, financial analysis, or related roles within the financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, investment products, and economic trends; ability to analyze financial statements and interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex financial information and create compelling presentations and reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with investors, analysts, and other stakeholders, and to work collaboratively with internal teams and senior leadership.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and modeling, with the ability to provide insights into market trends and investor behavior.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with a detail-oriented approach to ensure accuracy in reporting.
• Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to provide informed recommendations for investor relations.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.