Syarpa is a neobank that focuses on Africans within the continent and outside the continent, offering tailored services that meet the unique needs of this market.
]We are a dynamic and innovative company at the intersection of wealth management, digital assets, and fintech. Led by a visionary CEO with over 5 years of consistent trading and investment success, we are building solutions that empower retail and institutional investors to grow their wealth. Our offerings include crypto indexes, hedge funds, tokenized equities, and tailored investment solutions leveraging cutting-edge technology such as AI, big data, and blockchain. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with the CEO and play a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives, operational excellence, and organizational growth.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Chief of Staff
Location: Lagos, Remote / Hybrid (Flexible)
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: CEO & Chief Portfolio Manager
Role Overview
The Chief of Staff will act as a strategic partner to the CEO, providing high-level support in planning, decision-making, and execution of key projects.
This role requires a proactive and analytical professional with a strong background in finance, investment, or fintech.
The ideal candidate will have exceptional organizational skills, a knack for problem-solving, and the ability to manage complex, high-impact initiatives across multiple domains.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Support:
Collaborate with the CEO to set, prioritize, and drive the execution of strategic goals across all business verticals.
Provide insights and recommendations based on market trends, business analytics, and competitive analysis.
Serve as a thought partner to the CEO, facilitating informed decision-making.
Operational Excellence:
Oversee and manage cross-functional projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with company objectives.
Develop and implement processes to enhance operational efficiency and scalability.
Create and monitor KPIs for critical initiatives, reporting progress and identifying bottlenecks.
Leadership and Communication:
Act as a liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment on project updates, proposals and planning.
Represent the CEO in meetings and negotiations when required.
Mentor and collaborate with team leads to ensure cohesive execution of company goals.
Special Projects:
Support the development of innovative financial products such as crypto indexes, tokenized equities, and hedge fund solutions.
Assist in the creation of investor-facing platforms and portals, ensuring a seamless user experience.
Lead initiatives involving partnerships, licensing, or regulatory compliance.
Serve as a subject-matter expert, handling inquiries, developing action plans, and assisting with the preparation and dissemination of communications.
Administrative Duties:
Manage the CEO’s schedule, priorities, and deliverables.
Prepare reports, presentations, and documents for internal and external use.
Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion.
Key Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related discipline. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Experience: 5+ years in finance, investment, fintech, or a related field. Experience in high-growth startups, wealth management, or digital assets is a plus.
kills:
Strong strategic and analytical thinking.
Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Proficiency in financial modeling, market analysis, and business intelligence tools.
Experience in data analysis and budget management.
Attributes:
Proactive and self-motivated.
Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented with a commitment to excellence.
Why Join Us?
Work directly with an experienced and visionary CEO.
Be at the forefront of innovation in the wealth management and fintech space.
Shape the future of financial products and investment solutions for a global audience.
Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.