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Investor Relations Lead

VFD Group


Job Location:

Lagos - Nigeria

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Experience Required: 5years
Posted: 25 August 2026 (9 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 22 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Were 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.


  • 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 years 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.




Required Skills:

Strong understanding of financial services investment products and market dynamics. Excellent verbal written and presentation skills to effectively engage clients and stakeholders. Ability to influence decision-making negotiate favorable terms and close deals. Strong research and problem-solving skills with ability to analyze market data and business trends. Proven ability to build long-term partnerships and client networks. Self-driven proactive and able to deliver against set targets. Bachelors degree in Business Administration Marketing Economics or a related field. Masters degree or relevant professional certification (CIM CFA etc.) is an added advantage. 35 years proven experience in business development sales or client relationship management within the financial services investment or consulting industry.


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VFD Group has been building an industry-agnostic proprietary investment company with a portfolio of over 40 businesses across various sectors and geographies, creating innovative products and solutions for the African market, since 2009. With extensive multi-sector expertise, VFD Gro ... View more

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