Guaranty Trust Holding Company (Formerly Guaranty Trust Bank Plc) is a multinational financial institution that provides individuals, businesses, private and public institutions across Africa and the United Kingdom with a broad range of market-leading financial products and services. Headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria and with subsidiaries in Cote D’Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Liberia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Sierra Leone and the United Kingdom, the Bank currently employs over 12,000 professionals and has Total assets and Shareholders? Funds of N4.057trillion and N661.1Billion respectively.
We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:
Developer (Customizations & Development) at Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO)
1.)?Developer (Customizations & Development)
Location: Lagos
Guaranty Trust Holding Company (Formerly Guaranty Trust Bank Plc) is a multinational financial institution that provides individuals, businesses, private and public institutions across Africa and the United Kingdom with a broad range of market-leading financial products and services. Headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria and with subsidiaries in Cote D’Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Liberia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Sierra Leone and the United Kingdom, the Bank currently employs over 12,000 professionals and has Total assets and Shareholders? Funds of N4.057trillion and N661.1Billion respectively.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Developer (Customizations & Development)
Location:?Lagos, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Financial Services
Overall Responsibility
- As a Finacle Developer within our Systems Development and Integrations team, he/she will be at the forefront of enhancing our banking technology landscape.
- The primary responsibility will be to develop, customize, and maintain solutions within the Finacle ecosystem, ensuring seamless integration, improved functionality, and optimized performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze system requirements for customizations and new applications within the Finacle environment.
- Develop, test, and deploy high-quality software solutions that align with business needs, utilizing a variety of technologies including Unix, Oracle RDBMS, PL/SQL, SQL, HTML, Java, JSP, and JS.
- Design and implement system integrations between Finacle and other applications, ensuring seamless data flow and functionality across platforms.
- Lead the development and maintenance of customizations within the Finacle framework to enhance its capabilities and meet specific business requirements.
- Create and maintain documentation for developed solutions, including technical specifications, design documents, and user guides.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to software functionality, performance, and integration, providing timely support to address operational concerns.
- Collaborate with QA teams to conduct thorough testing of software components, ensuring high standards of quality and reliability.
- Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in banking technology, Finacle updates, and software development to propose innovative solutions for continuous improvement.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s Degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in software development, with a focus on banking systems and Finacle customization.
- Strong proficiency in Unix/Linux environments and hands-on experience with Oracle RDBMS, PL/SQL, and SQL for database development.
- Proficiency in web technologies including HTML, Java, JSP, and JavaScript, with the ability to develop user-friendly web interfaces.
- Prior experience in integrating and customizing Finacle, coupled with a solid understanding of core banking processes and workflows.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering software projects on time and in adherence to quality standards.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.
- Self-motivated and adaptable, with a strong drive to learn and implement new technologies and methodologies.
- Professional certifications related to software development, Oracle, or banking systems will be a plus.
Application Closing Date
11th September, 2023.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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2.)?Enterprise & Solutions Architect
Location:?Lagos, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Financial Services
Overall Responsibility
- As an Enterprise & Solution Architect, he/she will lead the design, integration, and alignment of the organization’s Enterprise Architecture framework.
- He/She will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that solutions are strategically designed, seamlessly integrated, and effectively contribute to our business objectives.
- He/She will leverage your experience in documentation, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure the reliability and efficiency of interfaces, while harnessing the power of Finacle to optimize our banking systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with stakeholders to align solutions with the bank’s Enterprise Architecture blueprint, ensuring consistency, scalability, and strategic alignment across the organization.
- Analyze integration requirements and document interface specifications, ensuring comprehensive documentation of integration points and interactions between systems
- Support unit tests and System Integration Testing (SIT) by providing architectural insights, validating the integration of components, and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Design robust and innovative solutions that address business needs while aligning with architectural guidelines.
- Create detailed documentation for interfaces, including data flow diagrams, API specifications, and integration protocols, ensuring clarity and effective communication across teams.
- Utilize your experience in testing and troubleshooting interfaces to identify and resolve technical issues, ensuring seamless data flow and optimal system performance.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s Degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in Enterprise and Solution Architecture roles, with a proven track record of aligning architectural strategies with business objectives.
- Strong expertise in integration analysis, interface documentation, and testing methodologies.
- Proficiency in architectural frameworks, design patterns, and industry best practices.
- Experience in troubleshooting technical issues and providing effective solutions.
- In-depth understanding of Finacle or similar banking systems, leveraging its capabilities to architect innovative solutions.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to lead and influence technical teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
Application Closing Date
11th September, 2023.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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3.)?System Administrator
Location:?Lagos, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Financial Services
Job Description
Overall Responsibility:
- As a System Administrator, His/her primary responsibility is to oversee the upkeep of all servers, manage routine system administration tasks, and ensure the effective configuration management of various environments.
- He / she will leverage your experience in installing and operating systems, as well as your proficiency in web server administration, to maintain the stability and performance of our organization?s network and infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the maintenance and operational health of all servers, ensuring they are up-to-date, secure, and perform optimally.
- Monitor system performance, perform load balancing, manage processes, and implement necessary optimizations to maintain system efficiency.
- Manage configurations across production, test, training, development, and other environments, ensuring consistency and reliability.
- Install and operate systems, including servers, backup devices, peripheral devices, and specialized equipment.
- Administer and manage web servers to ensure the seamless functioning of web applications and services.
- Respond to system issues, troubleshoot technical problems, and implement solutions to minimize downtime and maintain system availability.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation related to system configurations, installations, and operational procedures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide technical support, share insights, and address infrastructure-related challenges.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications are a plus.
- In-depth proficiency in Finacle
- Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in System Administration, with a focus on network and infrastructure management.
- Proficiency in server maintenance, performance monitoring, load balancing, and process management.
- Strong understanding of configuration management principles and practices.
- Experience in the installation and operation of systems, including various hardware devices.
- Familiarity with web server administration and protocols.
- Practical experience in troubleshooting technical issues and incident response.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical teams.
Application Closing Date
11th September, 2023.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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4.)?Head, Corporate Sales
Locations:?Abuja, Lagos & Port Harcourt, Rivers
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Financial Services
Overall Responsibility
- The Head, Corporate Sales (Lagos, Port- Harcourt, Abuja) is responsible for developing sales strategies, establishing, and growing client relationships for corporate customers within the private sector. S/he will coordinate the marketing activities of the corporate team as well as conversion of prospects, optimization of existing relationships and maintaining service excellence.He/She will be?responsible for sourcing, acquiring and developing a portfolio of High-Net worth Individuals, driving sales strategies and growing a network of high-profile clients. She/he will solicit, develop and generate full-time relationships with clients and also increase the market share of customers? businesses thereby maximizing profitability for the organization and clients.
Job Description
- Lead and inspire a high-performing sales team to achieve and exceed targets.
- Develop and implement innovative sales strategies to drive business growth and increase market share.
- Foster strong relationships with corporate high-net-worth clients, understanding their needs and tailoring solutions to their financial goals.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless client experiences and product offerings.
- Analyse market trends, competitor activity, and client feedback to refine sales approaches.
Skills and Knowledge required for the Job
- Bachelor’s Degree in business, Finance, or related field. Minimum of Second-Class Lower Division. (MBA or MSC would be an added advantage).
- Proven track record of at least 8 years in sales within the sales and asset and wealth management space.
- Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate and mentor a diverse team.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, investment products, and industry regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
Attribute for success in the role:
- Natural comfort with numbers and a strong quantitative mindset.
- Be a problem- solver, ability to take decisions, love to research and be organized.
- Be able to see the big picture, make thoughtful trade-offs and focus on what matters.
- General understanding of the financial markets and investment vehicles
- Customer-oriented mindset.
Application Closing Date
11th September, 2023.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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5.) Head, Risk
Location:?Lagos
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Financial Services
Overall Responsibility
- The Head of Risk has oversight of the risk management function to identify, measure, assess, and mitigate internal and external risks that may hinder the organization from achieving its strategic objectives.
- S/he will be responsible for providing hands-on development of risk models involving market, credit, and operational risk, ensuring controls are operating effectively, and providing research and analytical support as well as overseeing the communication of risk policies and processes for the organization.
Job Description
- Monitor investments limits in line with internal approved limits/regulatory standards
- Monitor operational risk indicators in the company and give feedback periodically to management and the Board.
- Develop the ERM framework for the business
- Implement risk management structure
- Set limits in line with the risk acceptance criteria/risk appetite of the organisation
- Coordinating and reporting risk management activities of the company
- Develop risk management strategies
- Conduct compliance risk assessment enterprise-wide
- Conduct internal reviews and audits
- Carry out regular trainings and workshop
- Following up on compliance issues that require investigation
- Evaluating control systems and ensuring best tools are deployed
- Advise internal management and business partners on the implementation of compliance programs
- Periodic report to both the Management and the Board Committee.
Skills and Knowledge Required for the Job
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or Legal (Master?s Degree is an additional advantage)
- Experience in Market risk
- Local and international certifications in risk management, such as Certificate in Risk Management (CIRM)
- Strong understanding of development and trends in both international and African financial sectors, as well as regulations and trends in these markets
- Strong understanding of enterprise risk management concepts, frameworks to proactively identify risks inherent in business operations that can have negative strategic implications for the organization
- Strong knowledge of portfolio risk management techniques, e.g. key risk metrics for players in the financial markets, capital management, database management, risk analysis etc.
- Good analytical & problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Application Closing Date
11th September, 2023.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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6.)?Sales & Business Development Officer
Location:?Lagos, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Financial Services
Overall Responsibilities
- The Sales & Business Development Officer will be responsible for the management of existing clients to ensure retention, development of new businesses and acquisition drive within a defined geography, for consistent and profitable growth.
- S/He will explore new business opportunities and carry out business strategies that are in line with organizational objectives.
- S/He will work with regional managers to identify regional market opportunities and build good working relationships with new and existing clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Cultivate and manage relationships with prospective corporate & HNI and existing high-net-worth clients.
- Provide personalized investment advisory services, offering tailored solutions to meet clients’ financial objectives.
- Collaborate with the sales team to develop and execute effective sales strategies.
- Stay abreast of market trends, economic developments, and investment products to deliver informed recommendations.
- Maintain accurate client records, track interactions, promote cross sales opportunities and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
- A proven track record of at least 3 years in sales and investment management within the Finance, Asset and Wealth Management industry.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, investment products, and portfolio management.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with clients and colleagues.
- Relevant certifications (e.g. ACCA, CFA, CFP) would be advantageous.
Application Closing Date
11th September, 2023.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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7.) Head Finance
Location:?Lagos, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Industry: Financial Services
Overall Responsibilities
- The Head, Finance is responsible for all aspects of financial management, including corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation, as well as development of internal control policies and procedures.
- S/he will also be responsible for establishing the Financial Reporting Controls Framework (FRCF) for the IFRS financial statements, statutory and tax reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage finance team, oversee day-to-day financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, fund accounting and financial reporting.
- Develop and executive strategic financial plans that aligns with the organization’s goals and objectives.
- Provide insightful financial analysis and guidance to support decision making by senior leadership.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards (e.g GAAP/IFRS), while maintaining a strong internal control environment.
- Identify and assess financial risks, developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional team to drive financial strategies that enhance business performance.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration within the finance department.
Qualification and Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA, MSC would be an added advantage).?Candidate?MUST?be ICAN or ACCA , or related, certified.
- Minimum of eight (8) years progressive finance experience, with significant knowledge of managing a Team.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Exceptional financial analysis and strategic planning capabilities.
- Proficiency in financial software, ERP systems, and advanced?Microsoft?excel skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, compliance, and reporting standards.
- High ethical standards, integrity, and a commitment to upholding the highest level of professionalism.
Application Closing Date
11th September, 2203.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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