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The Antal International Basildon office opened its doors in December 2015 and is run by Imo Etuk - Executive Recruiter / Managing Partner. Imo is a Chartered Accountant; he had his career in Banking where he rose up to an Executive Director level. This explains the choice of Finance, Financial Services, Banking, Fintech, Information Technology, Accounting, Internal Control, Audit and Compliance amongst others as core of the business.

The Basildon office is interacting with some well-known multinationals including but not limited to Banks, Insurance firms, government parastatals with emphasis on Finance Roles within United Kingdom and EMEA. We are building a reputation on filling the hard to fill niche Finance roles that most general agencies struggle with.

Our client’s confidence in us stems from over 30 years long built reputation of Antal International, the leader in EMEA & Asia Executive Search & Selection. Our network comprises over 150 fully-staffed offices in over 50 countries, recruiting talent in a range of industry sectors & skill functions.

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Imo Etuk, Managing Partner / Executive Recruiter - Antal International UK with operations in across African Continents (Anglophone & Francophone) of West, Central, Eastern and Sourthen Africa with intensity of focus in Banking, Financial Services, Sales & Marketing, Accounting & Finance, Audit, Internal Control and Compliance amongst others.

With 20+ years of success delivering large-scale Technology, Telecom, Digital and Business Transformation, and Change-Management strategies across 5 continents and diverse cultures.

Seasoned and accomplished international C-Level business and Savvy-Tech leader with outstanding track record directing complex value-driven technology solutions, business and digital transformation programmes; motivating and empowering onsite and off-shore teams in delivering short-term and big-picture organisational strategies.

20+ years’ experience of leading the development of banking / financial services strategy and operating plans; natured extensive telecom, financial services industry and regulatory network in key African / UK markets namely Nigeria, Ghana, DRC, Togo, Gambia, Ivory Coast, Gabon, Cameroon, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Malawi, Zambia, , and Burkina Faso as well as United Kingdom amongst others.

Effective communicator and relationship builder with internal and external stakeholders with deep passion for business growth through methodical ROI based portfolio and programmes delivery, brand building, researching customer insights, developing unique value-proposition, customer value management, loyalty and retention.

Excellent financial management specialist using established ROI framework for investment decisions, structured accounting framework and practice for effective CAPEX and OPEX management; sound financial and IT security audit.

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Banking & InvestmentFull time
Client Onboarding Analyst – Ghana
Accra, United Kingdom
GHS 380K - GHS 480K
Full time
Job Title: Client Onboarding Analyst – Ghana Industry: Banking / Financial Services Location: Ghana Salary: GHS 380,000– GHS 480,000 per annum, depending on experience Role purpose Our client, a reputable financial institution, is seeking a diligent, analytical and detail-oriented Client Onboarding Analyst to support its customer onboarding, due diligence and ongoing relationship review activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that new and existing customer relationships are appropriately assessed, documented and reviewed in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements, internal policies and established financial crime prevention standards. The role requires practical experience in Know Your Customer (KYC), Know Your Business (KYB), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF), customer risk assessments and sanctions screening. The position involves close collaboration with Relationship Management, Operations, Customer Service and Compliance teams to ensure efficient onboarding, accurate documentation and effective management of financial crime risks. Key responsibilities 1. Client onboarding and due diligence Conduct customer onboarding checks and due diligence reviews for new and existing customers, including individuals, corporate entities and other business relationships. Obtain, verify and assess customer identification documents and supporting information in accordance with internal policies and applicable regulatory requirements. Perform Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), where appropriate, based on identified customer risks. Review customer ownership structures, beneficial ownership information, business activities and relevant supporting documentation. Ensure accurate recording of customer information, including source of funds, source of wealth, purpose of the relationship and expected account activity. Identify missing, incomplete or inconsistent documentation and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to resolve outstanding requirements. 2. KYC, AML and financial crime risk assessment Conduct customer risk assessments using established risk-rating methodologies and internal guidelines. Identify potential financial crime risks, including politically exposed persons (PEPs), sanctions exposure, adverse media and other relevant risk indicators. Undertake customer screening using approved screening tools and databases. Review screening alerts, assess potential matches and escalate material concerns to the appropriate Compliance or Financial Crime teams. Identify unusual customer characteristics, complex ownership arrangements and other potential financial crime red flags. Support the application of appropriate risk mitigation measures and ensure that identified concerns are documented and escalated promptly. 3. Ongoing monitoring and customer reviews Conduct periodic KYC reviews of existing customer relationships in accordance with assigned risk classifications and review schedules. Perform event-driven reviews arising from changes in customer circumstances, ownership structures, business activities or other relevant risk factors. Assess the adequacy, accuracy and completeness of existing customer documentation. Liaise with Relationship Managers and relevant internal teams to obtain updated customer information. Support reviews of customer transactional activities where necessary to determine whether account behaviour remains consistent with the established customer profile. Ensure that customer records and risk assessments remain accurate, complete and up to date. 4. Stakeholder engagement and operational support Work closely with Relationship Management, Customer Service, Operations and Compliance teams to facilitate timely onboarding and customer reviews. Provide practical guidance to internal stakeholders on KYC documentation requirements and established onboarding procedures. Follow up on outstanding documentation and unresolved onboarding issues. Participate in regular operational meetings to monitor onboarding progress, review outstanding cases and resolve process bottlenecks. Escalate complex cases and potential compliance concerns through established reporting channels. Maintain a customer-focused approach while ensuring adherence to regulatory and internal control requirements. 5. Documentation, reporting and process improvement Maintain accurate and complete customer onboarding files, due diligence records and supporting documentation. Ensure that assigned cases are appropriately tracked, documented and completed within agreed service standards. Update relevant onboarding systems, customer databases, case management records and management information reports. Maintain clear audit trails for completed reviews, decisions, approvals and escalations. Support the preparation of periodic reports covering onboarding activities, outstanding reviews, exceptions and operational performance. Contribute to improvements in onboarding processes, documentation standards and operational efficiency. Support relevant departmental initiatives and other assigned activities. Person specification Educational qualifications Bachelor's degree in Banking, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Law or another relevant discipline. Relevant professional qualifications or training in Compliance, AML, Financial Crime Prevention or Risk Management would be an advantage. Professional certifications such as ACAMS, ICA or equivalent qualifications are desirable but not mandatory. Professional experience Minimum of three years' relevant experience in client onboarding, KYC, customer due diligence, AML compliance or related activities within a bank or regulated financial institution. Practical experience conducting customer identification, verification, onboarding and periodic review activities. Exposure to corporate and individual customer due diligence processes. Experience identifying and escalating potential financial crime risks. Familiarity with sanctions screening, PEP identification, adverse media reviews and customer risk assessments. Experience working with Relationship Management, Operations or Compliance teams would be advantageous. Technical knowledge and competencies Regulatory and compliance knowledge Good understanding of KYC, AML and CTF principles and their practical application within the banking environment. Working knowledge of applicable Bank of Ghana regulatory requirements and Ghana's AML/CFT framework. Familiarity with customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, beneficial ownership identification and risk-based customer assessments. Understanding of sanctions screening, politically exposed persons and adverse media risk indicators. Awareness of international financial crime prevention standards and industry best practices would be advantageous. Ability to interpret and apply internal policies, procedures and regulatory guidance in day-to-day onboarding activities. Analytical and operational skills Strong analytical skills and ability to assess customer information, identify inconsistencies and recognise potential risks. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation. Ability to manage multiple cases, prioritise competing responsibilities and meet established deadlines. Good problem-solving skills and willingness to recommend practical, compliant solutions. Strong organisational and record-management capabilities. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive customer information responsibly. Communication and interpersonal skills Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to engage effectively with Relationship Managers, Compliance teams and other internal stakeholders. Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills. Customer-focused approach balanced with sound risk awareness. Ability to communicate outstanding requirements and escalate concerns clearly and professionally. Proactive attitude, accountability and willingness to take ownership of assigned responsibilities. IT and systems proficiency Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook. Familiarity with Microsoft 365, SharePoint or similar document management platforms. Experience using customer onboarding systems, KYC databases or financial crime screening tools would be advantageous. Knowledge of Power BI or similar reporting and data analysis tools would be an added advantage. Key performance expectations The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate: Timely completion of assigned onboarding and customer review cases. High standards of accuracy and completeness in customer due diligence documentation. Consistent application of internal KYC, AML and financial crime prevention policies. Prompt identification, documentation and escalation of material risks. Effective management of outstanding cases and adherence to agreed service-level timelines. Strong collaboration with relevant internal stakeholders. Maintenance of complete, accurate and auditable customer records. Commitment to continuous improvement in onboarding quality and operational efficiency. Professional conduct and confidentiality The successful candidate will be required to: Comply with all applicable laws, regulatory requirements and internal policies. Maintain strict confidentiality of customer, employee and organisational information. Observe applicable data protection and information security requirements. Demonstrate integrity, professionalism and sound judgement in all assigned activities. Act in accordance with established ethical standards and the institution's risk management and compliance framework. Equal opportunity Our client is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates who meet the requirements of the position. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
Information Technology & SoftwareFull time
Lead Oracle EPM / Hyperion Business Systems Analyst – USA
New York, United Kingdom
$140K-$160K
Full time
Job Title: Lead Oracle EPM / Hyperion Business Systems Analyst – USA Industry: Financial Technology / Enterprise Financial Systems Location: New York, USA (Hybrid) Salary: $140,000 – $60,000 + Other Benefits Visa Sponsorship: Not Available About the Opportunity Our client, a leading multinational organisation with complex global operations, is seeking an accomplished Lead Oracle EPM / Hyperion Business Systems Analyst to join its Financial Systems function. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Oracle EPM professional to play a pivotal role in designing, developing, implementing and optimising enterprise financial planning and reporting systems. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in Hyperion Planning, Essbase and Oracle EPM with strong business analysis capabilities, project leadership and exceptional stakeholder management skills. The position requires a confident professional capable of engaging with senior finance executives, including the Chief Financial Officer, and translating complex financial requirements into scalable technology solutions. Key Responsibilities Financial Systems Development & Implementation Design, develop, configure, test, deploy and maintain Hyperion Planning, Essbase and Oracle EPM Cloud applications. Lead or contribute significantly to end-to-end financial systems implementations, enhancements and cloud migration projects. Develop and maintain complex financial allocation models, calculation scripts, business rules and multidimensional databases. Implement and optimise reporting solutions using Smart View and Financial Reporting tools. Support budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, financial allocations and management reporting processes. Develop and maintain data integrations, security structures and application configurations. Business Analysis & Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with Finance, FP&A, Tax, Human Resources and Technology teams to identify business requirements. Translate complex functional requirements into detailed technical specifications and sustainable system solutions. Work closely with senior finance leadership to support strategic financial planning and reporting requirements. Evaluate the impact of proposed system changes on existing financial processes and applications. Serve as a trusted technical and functional adviser to business stakeholders. Project Delivery & Systems Optimisation Lead small- to medium-sized financial systems projects through the complete implementation lifecycle. Coordinate activities across internal teams, offshore resources and third-party technology providers. Manage competing priorities involving development, implementation, production support and continuous improvement. Monitor system performance, troubleshoot application issues and implement improvements. Support vendor management, service-level agreements and performance monitoring. Prepare technical documentation, training materials and user guides. Deliver end-user training and provide ongoing production support. Essential Requirements Candidates must demonstrate: Minimum seven years of hands-on experience with Hyperion Planning, Essbase or Oracle EPM technologies, preferably within complex multinational environments. Strong practical experience developing, implementing, supporting and enhancing Hyperion Planning and Essbase applications. Demonstrable involvement in at least one complete Hyperion Planning or Oracle EPM implementation lifecycle. Expertise in developing complex calculation scripts, business rules, financial allocation models and multidimensional databases. Strong understanding of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis and management reporting. Proven ability to translate business requirements into functional and technical specifications. Experience managing projects and coordinating cross-functional technical teams. Strong executive presence and excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage directly with CFO-level stakeholders. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organisational and stakeholder management capabilities. Technical Competencies Core Technologies Hyperion Planning Oracle Essbase Oracle EPM Cloud Calculation Scripts and Business Rules Oracle Smart View Financial Reporting Security Administration Relational Databases Data Integration Application Performance Monitoring Additional Advantageous Technologies Enterprise Performance Management Architect (EPMA) Data Relationship Management (DRM) Financial Data Quality Management Enterprise Edition (FDMEE) Web Analysis Desirable Experience Hands-on Oracle EPM Cloud implementation and support experience. Experience migrating on-premises Hyperion applications to cloud-based environments. Experience delivering enterprise-wide financial systems transformation projects. Exposure to globally distributed business and technology teams. Experience managing external vendors and service providers. Relevant certifications in Hyperion, Essbase, Oracle EPM Cloud, PMP or Six Sigma. Education Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration or a related discipline. Equivalent practical experience will also be considered. Compensation & Benefits The successful candidate will receive a competitive remuneration package, including: Annual base salary of $140,000 – $160,000. Medical, dental and vision insurance. Retirement benefits. Life insurance. Paid annual leave. Hybrid working arrangements. Additional employee wellbeing and professional development benefits, subject to employer policies. Additional Information This position is based in New York, USA, under a hybrid working arrangement. Candidates must be willing and able to attend the employer's designated office as required. Limited business travel may be necessary. Occasional after-hours support may also be required during critical financial processing periods. Applicants must have existing authorisation to work in the United States, as visa sponsorship is not available. Application Qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CV/resume in confidence through the application link provided.
Banking & Investment
Head, Asset and Liability Management (ALM) – USA
New York, United Kingdom
$180K-$230K
Job Title: Head, Asset and Liability Management (ALM) – USA Industry: Banking Location: New York, NY Salary: $180,000 – $230,000 + Benefits + Bonus The Opportunity Our client, an established international financial institution, is seeking an accomplished Head of Asset and Liability Management (ALM) to join its Treasury leadership team in New York. This is a senior and commercially significant appointment with responsibility for developing and executing the institution's asset and liability management, liquidity, funding, investment and balance-sheet strategies. The successful candidate will play a key role in optimising the cost and structure of funding, strengthening liquidity management, supporting sustainable balance-sheet growth and contributing to Treasury profitability. The role requires a strong combination of strategic ALM expertise, hands-on Treasury experience, market knowledge, risk management capability and commercial judgement. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute the organisation's ALM, liquidity, funding and Treasury strategies, aligned with overall business objectives and approved risk appetite. Optimise the funding structure and cost of funds while maintaining appropriate liquidity and balance-sheet resilience. Develop and manage funding programmes across instruments including commercial paper, repo funding, term funding and institutional deposits. Develop investment strategies for liquid assets, balancing liquidity, profitability, capital preservation and regulatory requirements. Forecast cash-flow positions, borrowing requirements and funds available for investment, while actively managing the liquidity portfolio. Produce and monitor key liquidity, funding and market-risk metrics and provide timely management information. Assess the liquidity and funding implications of new products and business initiatives. Monitor regulatory developments affecting liquidity, funding, capital and Treasury activities and ensure appropriate implementation. Develop and utilise hedging strategies to manage interest-rate and foreign-exchange risk within approved policies and limits. Provide senior management with advice on liquidity, funding and balance-sheet considerations relating to short- and long-term strategic planning. Oversee fixed-income investment activities in accordance with approved investment strategies, risk appetite, liquidity requirements and return objectives. Work closely with relevant trading, relationship management, Finance, Risk, Operations and Technology teams to support Treasury and wider business objectives. Maintain robust policies, procedures and controls governing Treasury activities and the end-to-end Treasury transaction lifecycle. Oversee regular Treasury and ALM reporting for senior management and relevant governance committees. Monitor market developments, funding conditions, interest rates, foreign-exchange markets and competitor activity to support informed decision-making. Ensure Treasury activities are conducted within approved credit, market, liquidity, operational, KYC and AML frameworks. Lead, coach and develop Treasury professionals, promoting strong governance, accountability and performance. Contribute to business development and the strengthening of relationships with banks, financial institutions and other relevant counterparties. Qualifications & Experience The successful candidate is expected to bring: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related discipline. MBA, Master's degree or other relevant advanced qualification is desirable. Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) qualification is strongly preferred. At least 10 years of progressively responsible Treasury, trading and/or asset and liability management experience. Strong practical experience in foreign exchange and hedging, ideally gained over at least 5–7 years. Demonstrable expertise in liquidity management, funding, investments, balance-sheet management and Treasury risk. Strong understanding of cash management, deposit products, commercial paper, international funds flows and investment products. Experience developing and executing funding, deposit and investment portfolio strategies. Sound understanding of Treasury Management Systems and Treasury-related management information. Strong knowledge of relevant U.S. regulatory and risk-management expectations affecting Treasury and ALM. Key Competencies We are particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate: Strong analytical and quantitative capability. Deep understanding of the mathematics and economics underpinning Treasury and ALM. Excellent commercial judgement and balance-sheet awareness. Strong knowledge of funding and deposit markets. Ability to translate market and regulatory developments into actionable Treasury strategies. Excellent stakeholder-management and influencing skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present recommendations to senior management. High standards of accuracy, control and attention to detail. Collaborative leadership style with the ability to develop high-performing teams. Initiative, adaptability and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving environment. Application This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Treasury and ALM professional to assume a senior leadership position within an international financial institution and play a central role in shaping its balance-sheet, liquidity and funding strategy. Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Early applications are strongly encouraged as the selection process will commence immediately.
Banking & Investment
Database and Infrastructure Engineer – Ghana
Accra, United Kingdom
GHS 720 K - GHCS 980K
Job Title: Database and Infrastructure Engineer – Ghana Industry: Banking / Financial Services Location: Ghana Salary: GHS 720,000–980,000 per annum, depending on experience The Opportunity Our Client, a regulated financial services organisation, is seeking an experienced Database and Infrastructure Engineer to design, develop, administer and optimise secure, resilient and high-performing database and analytics solutions supporting banking operations, regulatory reporting, management information and digital services. This is a highly hands-on role combining advanced SQL development, database engineering and administration, data integration, Microsoft Fabric and Power BI. The successful candidate will work primarily with Microsoft SQL Server and related Microsoft data technologies, developing and supporting database structures, data models, stored procedures, functions, views, ETL/ELT pipelines and reporting datasets while ensuring strong performance, availability, security and data quality. The role will also contribute to modern data-platform solutions using Microsoft Fabric, OneLake, Delta Lake, Data Factory pipelines, notebooks and SQL analytics endpoints, working closely with application, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data, risk and business teams. Key Responsibilities Database Design & SQL Development Design, develop and maintain relational database structures, schemas, tables, views, indexes, stored procedures, functions and triggers. Write, test, review and optimise complex T-SQL and, where required, PL/SQL for applications, integrations and reporting workloads. Develop robust data models, reusable database components and coding standards supporting accuracy, scalability and maintainability. Support application teams with database requirements, release scripts, source control and database deployment automation. Database Administration, Performance & Resilience Install, configure, patch, upgrade and administer Microsoft SQL Server environments, with support for Oracle environments where applicable. Monitor database availability, capacity and performance, diagnosing bottlenecks and optimising queries, execution plans, indexes and database configurations. Implement and test backup, restore, high-availability and disaster-recovery arrangements. Provide production support, incident resolution, root-cause analysis and problem management for database and data-service issues. Data Integration & Microsoft Fabric Develop, operate and monitor ETL/ELT processes and data pipelines using SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Microsoft Fabric Data Factory, dataflows and related technologies. Ingest, cleanse, transform and reconcile structured, semi-structured and XML data from core systems, payment platforms, digital channels and third-party systems. Design and support Microsoft Fabric lakehouse and warehouse solutions using OneLake, Delta Lake tables, medallion architecture and SQL analytics endpoints. Use T-SQL and, where appropriate, Spark SQL, Python or notebooks to prepare curated datasets for analytics and reporting. Implement data-quality controls, metadata, lineage, reconciliation and repeatable deployment processes across the data lifecycle. Power BI & Reporting Develop and maintain Power BI semantic models, dashboards and reports for operational, management and regulatory requirements. Create efficient data models, relationships, measures and calculations using DAX and Power Query. Optimise refresh performance, gateways, DirectQuery or Direct Lake connectivity and row-level security. Work with stakeholders to translate reporting requirements into governed, accurate and reusable data products. Security, Governance & Production Support Implement appropriate database security controls, including least-privilege access, database roles, encryption, auditing and masking. Support strong standards around data security, governance, operational resilience and change management. Maintain appropriate technical documentation and evidence to support governance and audit requirements. Follow established SDLC, change, release and configuration-management processes. Collaborate with business users, developers, infrastructure engineers, cybersecurity specialists, vendors and other stakeholders. Skills & Experience The successful candidate should demonstrate: Strong hands-on experience as a Database Engineer, SQL Developer, Database Developer or similar within a production environment. Advanced T-SQL, including complex query design, stored procedures, functions, views, triggers, indexing, execution-plan analysis and performance tuning. Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server, including database builds, configuration, administration, support and performance optimisation. Strong understanding of relational database management systems, normalisation, dimensional modelling and transactional and analytical workloads. Practical experience with ETL/ELT, data pipelines, data migration, reconciliation, data quality, metadata and lineage. Practical knowledge of Microsoft Fabric or closely related Microsoft Azure data services, including lakehouse, warehouse, OneLake, Delta Lake, Data Factory and/or Azure Data Lake. Experience developing Power BI semantic models, dashboards and reports using DAX and Power Query. Knowledge of Power BI gateways, row-level security and appropriate connectivity modes. Experience integrating database solutions with applications, APIs, files and enterprise systems. Strong knowledge of database security, backup and restore, high availability, disaster recovery and operational monitoring. Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills. Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. Strong communication, documentation and stakeholder-management skills. Desirable Experience Previous experience within banking, financial services or another regulated environment. Experience supporting operational, management and/or regulatory reporting. Oracle administration and/or PL/SQL. SSIS and SSRS. Azure DevOps, Git and automated deployment processes. Python, Spark SQL and/or PowerShell. Relevant Microsoft database, Azure, Power BI or Fabric certifications. Degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related discipline. The Offer This is a 12-month fixed-term contract based in Accra, Ghana, offering an annual gross base salary of GHS 720,000–980,000, depending on experience. The opportunity would suit a strong hands-on database professional who can operate across traditional SQL Server environments and modern Microsoft data platforms and who is comfortable supporting secure, resilient and business-critical technology services within a regulated environment.
Banking & InvestmentFull time
Head of Risk - UK
London, United Kingdom
Full time
Job Title: Head of Risk - UK Industry: Banking Location: United Kingdom Salary: Competitive Salary + Other Benefits Role Overview An established UK-regulated banking institution is seeking an experienced senior Risk professional to lead its Risk Management function and undertake the SMF4 – Chief Risk Function, subject to regulatory approval. The Head of Risk will provide independent leadership and oversight of the organisation’s Risk Management framework, ensuring that principal and emerging risks are appropriately identified, assessed, monitored, managed and reported in line with the organisation’s strategy, Risk Appetite Framework, regulatory requirements, and the nature, scale and complexity of its operations. The role will provide independent challenge to Management and business functions and support the Board and relevant governance committees in maintaining an effective Risk Management and control environment. The successful candidate will report to the Chief Executive Officer and Board Risk Committee and will have appropriate access to other Board and Management governance forums. Key Responsibilities Risk Management Lead the implementation and ongoing management of the organisation’s Risk Management policies, frameworks and procedures. Develop, maintain and periodically review the Risk Management Framework (RMF), ensuring alignment with business strategy and evolving statutory and regulatory requirements. Develop and maintain the Risk Appetite Framework and provide appropriate recommendations to senior Management, relevant committees and the Board. Maintain effective policies, systems and procedures for identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring and controlling the key risks to which the organisation is or may become exposed. Review strategies, policies, systems and procedures for managing, monitoring, controlling and mitigating material risks. Ensure the Internal Audit plan appropriately reflects the key risks to which the organisation is exposed. Ensure appropriate systems and procedures are in place to produce timely and relevant Management Information, risk statements, Key Risk Indicators, dashboards and reports for Management, governance committees and the Board. Provide appropriate second-line oversight of technology, information security and cyber risks and controls. Develop, implement and maintain the organisation’s Business Continuity Plan and associated risk arrangements. Prudential Risk & Regulatory Framework Lead the development and annual maintenance of the organisation’s ICAAP. Lead the development and annual maintenance of the organisation’s ILAAP. Develop and maintain the Recovery and Resolution Plan and oversee the associated internal governance processes. Manage internal stress-testing processes, ensuring appropriate methodology, accuracy and timely completion. Ensure capital, liquidity and other prudential risks are appropriately incorporated within the overall Risk Management framework. Oversee the identification, assessment, monitoring, management and reporting of climate-related financial risks and their integration into the Risk Management Framework and governance arrangements. Monitor relevant PRA, FCA and other regulatory developments and ensure appropriate Risk-related regulatory submissions, information requests and remediation actions are completed accurately and within required timelines. Maintain effective engagement with relevant regulatory authorities on Risk matters. Risk Oversight & Governance Lead the implementation, embedding and periodic review of the Risk Management Framework and Risk Appetite Framework. Monitor and escalate material risk appetite breaches and emerging risks. Lead the identification, assessment, monitoring and reporting of principal and emerging risks. Provide independent and constructive challenge to Management and business functions. Provide independent Risk input and challenge in relation to business strategy, new products, material transactions and significant changes to the operating environment. Maintain appropriate second-line oversight across credit, market, liquidity, capital, operational, technology, cyber, climate-related and other material financial and non-financial risks. Provide high-quality Risk MI and reporting to senior Management, relevant governance committees and the Board. Coordinate with Internal Audit, external auditors and other assurance functions on Risk-related matters and monitor implementation of relevant remediation actions. Attend relevant Board and Management governance forums as required. Support the effective operation of the Board Risk Committee, including appropriate governance responsibilities. Promote a strong Risk culture throughout the organisation. Leadership Responsibilities Lead and develop the Risk function, ensuring appropriate capability, resources, succession and resilience. Provide leadership and direction to Risk professionals across the organisation. Promote effective understanding and ownership of Risk across the business while maintaining the independence of the second line of defence. Build effective relationships with senior Management, Board members, regulators and other key stakeholders. Competencies & Skills The successful candidate should demonstrate: Strong Risk Management judgement, analytical capability and independent decision-making. Strong understanding of Enterprise Risk Management and Risk Appetite Frameworks. Strong knowledge of prudential Risk Management, including capital and liquidity risk. Strong practical knowledge of ICAAP, ILAAP, stress testing, recovery planning and resolution. Strong understanding of credit, market, operational, technology, cyber and climate-related risks relevant to a regulated banking environment. Strong understanding of PRA, FCA and SMCR requirements. Ability to provide credible and effective independent challenge to senior stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex Risk matters clearly to senior Management, Board Committees and the Board. Strong stakeholder-management, presentation and report-writing capabilities. High integrity, sound judgement and a commitment to maintaining the independence of the second line of defence. Qualifications & Experience Degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, Business, Accounting or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience. Relevant professional Risk or financial-services qualification would be desirable, including FRM, PRM, CFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent. Significant senior-level Risk Management experience within a regulated banking or financial-services environment. Demonstrable experience across Enterprise Risk Management and Risk Appetite frameworks. Strong practical experience of ICAAP, ILAAP, capital and liquidity Risk Management, stress testing and recovery planning. Experience identifying, assessing, monitoring and reporting material financial and non-financial risks. Experience presenting Risk matters to senior Management, Board Committees and/or Boards. Experience engaging with the PRA, FCA or other relevant regulators would be highly desirable. Good understanding of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR) and the responsibilities associated with an SMF4 position. Demonstrable leadership experience, including managing and developing Risk professionals. Governance Positioning The Head of Risk is intended to undertake the SMF4 – Chief Risk Function, subject to regulatory approval. The position will operate as a senior member of the organisation’s second line of defence, maintaining appropriate independence from the business and Compliance functions. The role will have direct access to the Chief Executive Officer, Board Risk Committee and Board as appropriate and will discharge applicable responsibilities allocated through the organisation’s approved governance and Senior Management arrangements.
Banking & Investment
Treasury Dealer – FX & Fixed Income (Bilingual French/English)
London, United Kingdom
Job Title: Treasury Dealer – FX & Fixed Income (Bilingual French/English) Industry: Banking Location: United Kingdom Salary: Competitive Salary + Other Benefits Purpose of the Role Our client, a London-based international bank, is seeking a Treasury Dealer with approximately 2–4 years' relevant experience across Foreign Exchange (FX) and Fixed Income (FI) to join its Treasury team. The successful candidate must be fluent in both French and English and will support the execution of Treasury transactions across FX and Fixed Income products, monitor financial markets and contribute to the effective management of the Bank's liquidity and market positions. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career Treasury professional looking to deepen their Front Office dealing experience within an international banking environment. Key Responsibilities Execute and support Foreign Exchange transactions, including Spot, Forward and Swap transactions, within approved dealing and risk limits. Execute and/or support Fixed Income transactions, including government, sovereign and other eligible debt securities. Monitor FX, Fixed Income, interest-rate and broader financial-market developments and communicate relevant market movements and opportunities to the Treasury team. Support the management of daily cash positions, liquidity requirements and surplus funds. Obtain and monitor market prices and support the identification of appropriate execution opportunities within approved parameters. Ensure Treasury transactions are accurately captured, confirmed and processed in accordance with established procedures and controls. Liaise with Treasury Operations, Finance, Risk, Compliance and other relevant functions to facilitate timely transaction settlement and resolve dealing-related issues. Maintain effective relationships with approved counterparties, brokers and other market participants. Monitor counterparty, market and credit limits and ensure transactions remain within authorised risk parameters. Support Treasury reporting, market analysis and the preparation of relevant management information. Maintain appropriate awareness of KYC, AML, market conduct and regulatory requirements applicable to Treasury activities. Contribute to maintaining effective Front Office processes, procedures, controls and documentation. Undertake other Treasury dealing and analytical responsibilities as required by the Head of Treasury. Experience & Technical Requirements Essential Approximately 2–4 years' relevant experience within Treasury, Global Markets or a closely related banking environment. Practical experience or meaningful exposure across both Foreign Exchange and Fixed Income products. Good working knowledge of FX products, including Spot, Forwards and Swaps. Good understanding of Fixed Income markets and instruments. Understanding of financial markets and the key factors influencing FX rates, interest rates and bond prices. Exposure to Treasury/dealing systems and market-information platforms such as Bloomberg, LSEG/Reuters, 360T or similar. Understanding of the Treasury transaction lifecycle, including trade capture, confirmation and settlement. Good knowledge of Treasury risk and control principles. Strong numerical and analytical skills. Good Excel and general IT skills. Fluent written and spoken French and English. Desirable Experience gained within a bank or regulated financial institution. Exposure to African and/or emerging markets. Knowledge of African currencies and/or Fixed Income markets. Familiarity with Bloomberg FXGO, LSEG Workspace, 360T or similar dealing platforms. Understanding of KYC/AML requirements and the UK financial-services regulatory environment. ACI Dealing Certificate or progress towards a relevant Treasury/Markets qualification. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, Mathematics or another relevant discipline. Relevant professional Treasury or Markets qualification would be advantageous but is not essential. Key Competencies Strong numerical and analytical capability. Genuine interest in financial markets and Treasury dealing. Sound commercial awareness and judgement. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong risk and control awareness. Ability to work effectively in a fast-moving Front Office environment. Strong communication skills in both French and English. Ability to collaborate effectively across Front Office, Operations, Risk, Finance and Compliance. Professional integrity and appropriate awareness of market-conduct standards.
Civil Engineering & Construction
Senior Cost Estimator – Ghana
Accra, Ghana
GHS 320K - GHS 450K
Job Title: Senior Cost Estimator – Ghana Industry: Construction / Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Location: Ghana Salary: GHS 320,000 – GHS 450,000 gross per annum, depending on experience Role Purpose The Senior Cost Estimator will lead the preparation of accurate, auditable and competitive cost estimates and tender pricing for major construction projects in Ghana. Reporting to the Technical Office Manager, the role integrates project scope, quantities, construction methods, programme, resources, market rates, risk and commercial assumptions into robust, decision-ready estimates. The successful candidate will play a key role throughout the tender lifecycle—from initial tender review and quantity take-off through cost build-up, risk assessment, pricing review, tender submission support and post-award handover. Key Responsibilities Estimating Leadership & Governance Translate tender priorities into clear estimating work plans, responsibilities and review timelines. Maintain estimating procedures, templates, coding structures, checklists and approval processes. Apply consistent basis-of-estimate, version-control, peer-review and confidentiality standards. Provide objective cost advice and escalate material gaps, uncertainties or pricing risks. Supervise and develop estimating resources and coordinate multidisciplinary contributors. Tender Review & Estimate Planning Review instructions to tender, drawings, specifications, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), addenda, contract conditions and submission requirements. Develop estimate execution plans covering work packages, contributors, quotation requirements, programme interfaces, reviews and deadlines. Maintain tender queries, assumptions, deliverables and responsibility matrices. Identify incomplete scope, long-lead inputs and resource constraints at an early stage. Scope Definition & Work Breakdown Translate tender documents into comprehensive work breakdown and cost-code structures. Map scope across BOQ items, drawings, specifications, construction methods, temporary works, interfaces and contractual obligations. Identify exclusions, provisional quantities, client-supplied items, nominated parties and scope gaps. Ensure estimates adequately cover enabling works, testing, handover, demobilisation and close-out obligations. Quantity Take-Off & BOQ Verification Lead and review quantity measurement from approved drawings, models, schedules and specifications. Verify client BOQs and identify arithmetic, unit, duplication and omission risks. Maintain clear measurement rules, references and audit trails to facilitate independent review. Perform reasonableness checks using geometry, production logic, benchmarks and comparable projects. Construction Methods & Programme Inputs Collaborate with Operations, Design and Planning teams to establish practical construction methods, sequencing, temporary works, access and productivity assumptions. Align labour, plant, materials and subcontract resources with tender programmes and project constraints. Challenge unrealistic assumptions relating to productivity, mobilisation, weather, shifts, curing, testing and approvals. Quantify time-related cost exposure and highlight dependencies requiring management attention. Direct Cost Build-Up Develop transparent unit-rate build-ups covering labour, materials, plant, subcontractors, waste, transportation and production output. Apply current wage, material, plant, fuel, productivity and market-rate information. Check unit conversions, crew balances, yields, wastage, cycle times and resource utilisation. Maintain clear separation between base cost, escalation, risk and commercial additions. Preliminaries, Indirect Costs & Site Establishment Estimate mobilisation, site establishment, supervision, facilities, utilities, security, surveys, laboratories, quality, EHS, insurance and temporary services. Align time-related preliminaries with tender programmes and staffing plans. Account for head-office support, permits, bonds, testing, maintenance, demobilisation and close-out costs where applicable. Prevent duplication or omission between direct rates, preliminaries and corporate allowances. Supplier & Subcontractor Quotations Develop complete quotation packages and return schedules in collaboration with Procurement and relevant technical teams. Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations for scope coverage, comparability, exclusions, validity, delivery and pricing impact. Normalise quotations for freight, duties, taxes, currency, payment terms, warranties and scope differences. Maintain quotation logs and ensure selected estimate inputs are properly documented and reviewable. Plant, Equipment & Logistics Costing Coordinate inputs relating to plant availability, ownership costs, operating rates, fuel, maintenance, operators, mobilisation and residual assumptions. Compare owned, hired, leased and subcontracted equipment solutions based on total cost and operational risk. Incorporate transportation, permits, escorts, customs, assembly, commissioning, standby and demobilisation costs. Ensure plant productivity and fleet assumptions align with programme requirements and site conditions. Risk, Opportunity & Contingency Facilitate estimate-risk reviews covering quantities, design maturity, productivity, market conditions, currency, inflation, access, weather, interfaces and contractual conditions. Quantify credible risk ranges and opportunities using appropriate methodologies and supporting evidence. Maintain clear separation between identified allowances and management contingency. Present sensitivities and residual exposures to support informed management decisions. Commercial Pricing & Cash-Flow Work with Commercial, Quantity Surveying and Finance teams on payment terms, taxes, duties, retention, bonds, financing, escalation, currency and cash-flow implications. Prepare clear cost summaries and pricing options without obscuring base costs or identified risks. Assess the impact of programme, productivity, exchange-rate and market scenarios on project cost and cash flow. Provide well-supported pricing recommendations for management consideration. Estimate Review & Tender Approval Support Prepare comprehensive review packs covering scope, estimate basis, quantities, rates, quotations, indirect costs, risks, cash flow, qualifications and outstanding decisions. Complete discipline checks, reconciliation and independent reviews before management approval. Record review comments, decisions and authorised changes while maintaining control of the approved estimate baseline. Support senior management during tender and pricing reviews. Tender Submission & Post-Bid Clarifications Reconcile final pricing schedules against approved estimates and verify arithmetic, units and completeness. Provide controlled cost inputs for qualifications, alternatives, value-engineering proposals and tender documentation. Support authorised clarification and negotiation responses. Maintain complete reconciliation records for final submissions and approved post-bid changes. Handover, Benchmarking & Continuous Improvement Support the handover of successful tenders to Operations, Commercial, Quantity Surveying, Procurement and Finance teams, including assumptions, risks, quotations and cost structures. Compare estimating assumptions with awarded budgets, procurement outcomes and actual production costs. Maintain current benchmark rates, productivity norms, historical cost information and lessons learned. Drive continuous improvement in estimating tools, data quality, processes and team capability. Qualification & Experience Education Bachelor’s degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Economics, Building Technology or a related discipline. Professional qualification, or progress towards membership of GhIS, RICS or an equivalent quantity surveying, estimating or engineering professional body would be advantageous. Additional training in estimating software, measurement, planning, risk or contract administration is desirable. Experience 8–12 years of progressive estimating or pre-contract cost experience, including at least 3 years in a senior estimating capacity. Demonstrable responsibility for: Quantity take-offs and BOQ verification Unit-rate build-ups Tender cost plans and pricing Supplier and subcontractor analysis Preliminaries and indirect costs Risk and contingency assessment Management estimate reviews Strong experience across roads, infrastructure, buildings, earthworks, drainage, pavement, concrete, utilities or comparable construction disciplines is highly desirable. Experience working in Ghana or comparable West African construction markets would be advantageous. Technical Skills & Knowledge Advanced quantity take-off, cost planning, unit-rate build-up and tender reconciliation capability. Strong analytical, numerical, commercial, risk and value-engineering skills. Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, BOQs, programmes and contract conditions. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with recognised estimating, take-off and planning software. Strong knowledge of construction methods, productivity, materials, plant, labour, logistics, temporary works, preliminaries and subcontract pricing. Knowledge of measurement principles, BOQ structures and FIDIC or comparable contract forms. Understanding of tendering, bonds, retention, taxation, duties, currency exposure and escalation. Knowledge of estimate risk, cash flow, cost coding, benchmarking and post-tender handover. Key Capabilities The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to: Convert incomplete tender information into structured, transparent and defensible estimates. Identify quantity, scope, productivity, interface and commercial inconsistencies. Manage concurrent tender deadlines and coordinate multidisciplinary inputs. Challenge unrealistic assumptions and ensure costs and risks remain transparent. Explain complex cost drivers, assumptions and sensitivities clearly to senior management. Exercise sound commercial judgement while maintaining strong attention to detail. Personal Attributes High integrity, confidentiality and personal accountability. Strong attention to detail combined with practical construction judgement. Calm, organised and decisive when working under demanding tender deadlines. Strong collaborative approach across Technical, Operations, Procurement, Plant, Finance, Commercial and EHS functions. Professional confidence to identify omissions, unrealistic assumptions and material risks. Commitment to developing people, improving data quality and driving continuous improvement. Key Performance Expectations Performance will be assessed against the timely delivery and completeness of estimates; accuracy of quantity take-offs and BOQ reviews; quality and currency of rates and market quotations; estimate accuracy; visibility and quantification of risks; compliance with estimate review and approval processes; reconciliation of final tender pricing; quality of project handovers; maintenance of cost benchmarks; identification of value-engineering opportunities; and development of estimating capability.
Civil Engineering & Construction
Project Coordinator – Greater Ghana
Accra, United Kingdom
GHS 350K - GHS 500K
Job Title: Project Coordinator – Greater Ghana Industry: Construction / Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Location: Ghana Salary: GHS 350,000 – GHS 500,000 gross per annum, depending on experience Role Purpose The Project Coordinator will coordinate the safe, timely, compliant and commercially disciplined delivery of a portfolio of construction projects across Greater Accra. The role provides oversight and support to Project Managers, integrates resources and corporate support functions, drives recovery of performance gaps, and provides senior management with reliable visibility of project progress, risks and required interventions. The successful candidate will operate at portfolio level, ensuring that individual projects are effectively mobilised, planned, resourced, controlled and delivered while maintaining strong standards across programme, cost, cash, quality, EHS and stakeholder management. Key Responsibilities 1. Regional Project Leadership & Governance Translate senior operational direction into clear project priorities, performance expectations and accountable actions. Maintain a consistent project review rhythm covering safety, quality, programme, cost, cash, resources, clients, risks and key decisions. Provide guidance and oversight to Project Managers while preserving clear project-level accountability. Identify and remove cross-functional obstacles within delegated authority. Escalate material project and portfolio issues promptly, together with practical options for resolution. 2. Project Mobilisation & Start-Up Coordinate project readiness covering organisation, approvals, site access, facilities, plant, materials, subcontractors, systems and support functions. Review mobilisation plans, responsibility matrices, initial programmes, procurement schedules, permits and key project risks before commencement. Ensure appropriate project controls, reporting systems and communication routes are established. Escalate unresolved start-up constraints that could threaten contractual milestones or safe execution. 3. Programme, Milestone & Recovery Control Review baseline and updated programmes, critical paths, look-ahead plans, production targets and project interfaces. Challenge unsupported progress reporting, unrealistic forecasts, delayed decisions and weak recovery assumptions. Require accountable recovery plans where projects deviate from agreed programme or milestones. Consolidate portfolio milestone status and escalate threats requiring senior intervention. 4. Construction Execution & Production Monitor site productivity, work-front readiness, sequencing, coordination and implementation of approved methods. Ensure Project Managers translate programmes into achievable weekly and daily production plans. Coordinate resolution of constraints involving design, access, approvals, materials, plant, labour and subcontractors. Promote disciplined execution without compromising safety, quality or contractual requirements. 5. Cost, Cash & Commercial Performance Review project budgets, commitments, cost-to-complete, margin outlook, cash requirements and commercial exposure. Coordinate project, commercial, quantity surveying and finance teams to support billing, certification, collections, variations and claims. Require credible explanations and recovery actions for adverse cost or cash variances. Escalate potential losses, unsupported forecasts and material commercial issues requiring higher-level approval. 6. People & Resource Coordination Review project structures, leadership coverage, labour requirements, productivity and competence gaps. Coordinate the sharing or redeployment of approved resources across projects where appropriate. Recommend project appointments, transfers, changes or additional support where required. Develop Project Managers through clear expectations, coaching, performance reviews and accountable follow-through. 7. Technical, Design & Interface Management Ensure projects maintain current drawings, approved methods, technical queries, design schedules and interface registers. Coordinate timely input from technical teams, designers, consultants and specialist disciplines. Prevent construction from proceeding on unresolved, obsolete or unapproved technical information. Escalate constructability issues, design decisions and technical risks affecting programme, cost or compliance. 8. Quality Management & Rework Prevention Ensure implementation of approved Project Quality Plans, inspection and test plans, method statements and appropriate records. Review NCR trends, test failures, snagging, rework, approvals and corrective-action closure. Work closely with project and corporate QA/QC functions while respecting their independent compliance responsibilities. Escalate recurring or material quality failures and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented. 9. EHS Leadership & Compliance Demonstrate visible safety leadership and ensure EHS requirements are integrated into project planning and execution. Review high-risk activities, permits, inspections, incidents, environmental controls and corrective actions. Support EHS personnel in applying required standards and stop-work authority. Ensure prompt escalation and investigation of serious incidents, repeated unsafe conditions or statutory breaches. 10. Plant, Materials & Logistics Readiness Coordinate requirements for plant, vehicles, materials, fuel, spares, transport and site logistics across the project portfolio. Review resource readiness against project programmes and resolve competing priorities with relevant functions. Monitor equipment availability, material shortages, delivery risks, storage and avoidable idle time. Escalate capacity gaps and significant hire or purchase requirements with appropriate operational justification. 11. Subcontractor & Supplier Performance Ensure subcontractors and suppliers are mobilised against agreed scope, programme, quality, EHS and documentation requirements. Review performance, resource sufficiency, delays, defects, claims and corrective actions. Provide operational input into procurement, certification, variations and supplier-performance decisions. Escalate persistent underperformance and recommend recovery, reinforcement, replacement or contractual action where appropriate. 12. Client & Stakeholder Relations Support Project Managers in maintaining professional, transparent and solution-focused relationships with clients and consultants. Participate in key progress, risk, recovery, technical and commercial meetings as required. Coordinate matters involving authorities, utilities, communities, access and other affected stakeholders. Ensure contractual commitments are made only through appropriately authorised channels. 13. Risk, Change & Contractual Management Maintain portfolio-level visibility of project risks, opportunities, changes, delays, notices, claims and decision deadlines. Ensure Project Managers maintain appropriate records and provide timely information to commercial and quantity surveying teams. Challenge unmanaged scope changes, informal instructions and unapproved commitments. Escalate material risks with their impact, ownership, mitigation, residual exposure and required decisions clearly identified. 14. Reporting, Handover & Continuous Improvement Produce concise portfolio dashboards covering progress, milestones, cost, cash, quality, EHS, resources, clients and risks. Validate project data, forecasts and action status before senior-management reporting. Coordinate completion, testing, snagging, handover, close-out and demobilisation readiness. Capture lessons learned, standardise effective practices and ensure agreed improvements are followed through to completion. Qualifications & Experience Education Bachelor’s degree or HND in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building Technology, Project Management or a related engineering discipline. Professional registration or membership of a recognised engineering, construction or project-management body would be advantageous. PMP, PRINCE2 or comparable project-management certification is highly desirable. Additional training in contracts, planning, cost control, quality or EHS would be an advantage. Professional Experience Minimum 10–15 years of progressive construction experience, including at least five years in a senior project or multi-project leadership capacity. Demonstrable responsibility for Project Managers and oversight of programme, production, cost, quality, EHS, clients, subcontractors and cross-functional support. Strong experience in major buildings, civil engineering, infrastructure, roads, utilities or comparable complex construction projects is highly desirable. Experience working in Ghana or comparable West African construction environments would be advantageous. Skills & Knowledge The successful candidate should demonstrate: Strong multi-project leadership, mobilisation, programme control and recovery-planning capability. Sound construction planning, production, resource, cost and risk-management skills. Strong client, consultant, subcontractor, authority and stakeholder-management capability. Ability to convert project data into concise, actionable management reporting. Proficiency in scheduling, reporting, document-control and project-management systems. Strong knowledge of construction methods, temporary works, building and civil interfaces, project controls, quality and EHS requirements. Working knowledge of FIDIC or comparable construction contracts, including notices, variations, claims, measurement, certification and payment processes. Understanding of Ghanaian statutory, permitting, labour, environmental and construction requirements. Knowledge of plant, procurement, logistics, subcontracting and project-finance interfaces. Leadership & Behavioural Competencies Ability to lead through Project Managers without undermining project-level accountability. Ability to balance competing priorities and resource requirements across multiple projects. Strong ability to identify deteriorating project performance early and drive practical recovery. Sound decision-making under programme, cost and stakeholder pressure. High integrity, discipline and personal accountability. Visible commitment to safety, quality and contractual compliance. Calm, decisive and solutions-oriented approach under pressure. Strong cross-functional collaboration. Professional communication with clients, consultants, authorities and communities. Commitment to developing people, transparent reporting and continuous improvement. Key Performance Areas Performance will be assessed across: Programme and milestone achievement Construction production and work-front readiness Cost-to-complete, margin protection and budget control Billing, certification, cash collection and commercial performance Quality, NCR management and rework prevention EHS performance and corrective-action closure Leadership coverage, labour productivity and resource readiness Plant, materials and logistics availability Subcontractor performance Client and stakeholder management Risk identification, mitigation and change management Reporting accuracy, action closure and project handover readiness. Compensation: GHS 350,000 – 500,000 per annum The package will be positioned within the stated range based on the successful candidate’s experience, technical capability and overall suitability for the role.
Civil Engineering & Construction
Plant & Equipment Manager – Ghana
Accra, United Kingdom
GHS 450K - GHS 600K
Job Title: Plant & Equipment Manager – Ghana Industry: Construction / Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Location: Ghana Salary: GHS 400,000 – GHS 550,000 gross per annum, depending on experience Role Purpose Our client, a well-established construction and infrastructure organisation operating in Ghana, is seeking an experienced Plant & Equipment Manager to lead its plant, equipment and fleet function. The role is responsible for ensuring that plant, vehicles, workshops, stores, fuel systems and operating teams provide safe, reliable, cost-effective and compliant support to projects and operating facilities. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day assets within delegated authority while providing sound technical advice and well-supported recommendations on fleet strategy, major repairs, replacement, capital expenditure and asset disposal. Reporting & Team Leadership The Plant & Equipment Manager will report to the senior executive responsible for the Construction Division and will directly lead the Workshop Manager, Fleet Supervisor, Store Keeper, Fuel Controller and Plant Operators. The role will also provide management oversight to mechanics, auto electricians, welders, drivers and fleet coordinators through their respective supervisors. The position will work closely with Operations, Project Management, Procurement & Logistics, Finance & Administration, Technical/Commercial, EHS/Quality and Human Resources teams. Key Responsibilities 1. Plant, Equipment & Fleet Leadership Translate business and project requirements into clear plant, fleet, workshop, stores and fuel priorities. Maintain appropriate policies, procedures, controls, service standards and accountability across the function. Lead regular reviews of fleet readiness, maintenance performance, utilisation, cost and operational risk. Provide objective technical advice to senior management and promptly escalate material technical, safety, asset and capacity risks. 2. Asset Strategy & Fleet Planning Maintain a current fleet strategy covering required capacity, asset mix, ownership versus hire, replacement, refurbishment, standardisation and disposal. Forecast plant and vehicle requirements with Operations and project teams against approved programmes, production targets and tender pipelines. Prepare business cases using utilisation, condition, reliability, life-cycle cost, residual value and operational risk. Provide recommendations on major capital purchases, leases, overhauls and asset disposals. 3. Availability, Utilisation & Deployment Allocate serviceable plant, vehicles and operators across projects and operating facilities in line with approved priorities. Maintain daily visibility of asset location, status, availability, utilisation, operating hours/kilometres and idle time. Coordinate mobilisation, demobilisation and asset transfers with Operations, Logistics, project and site teams. Identify and escalate capacity gaps or competing project requirements. 4. Preventive & Corrective Maintenance Establish manufacturer-aligned preventive maintenance, inspection, lubrication and component-replacement schedules for maintainable assets. Plan labour, workshop bays, tools, spare parts and downtime to maximise planned maintenance and minimise emergency breakdowns. Control defect reporting, diagnosis, work orders, quality checks, testing and return-to-service authorisation. Analyse repeat failures, conduct root-cause reviews and ensure corrective actions are properly implemented and closed. 5. Workshop Management Lead the Workshop Manager and ensure safe, orderly and productive workshop operations. Establish work priorities, repair standards, productivity targets and quality controls for mechanics, auto electricians, welders and specialist contractors. Ensure workshop tools, lifting equipment, diagnostic devices, welding facilities and infrastructure are properly inspected, maintained and fit for purpose. Control major repairs, rebuilds and outsourced work through clearly defined scopes and acceptance criteria. 6. Fleet & Transport Management Ensure the safe scheduling and control of drivers, fleet coordinators, light vehicles, trucks, buses and support vehicles. Maintain appropriate dispatch, journey, driver, licence, inspection, service, tyre, accident and recovery records. Monitor routing, idling, speeding, misuse, unauthorised journeys and overall transport efficiency. Ensure vehicles and drivers satisfy applicable project, insurance and statutory requirements before deployment. 7. Plant Operations & Operator Competence Deploy Plant Operators only to equipment for which they are appropriately trained, assessed, authorised and medically fit where required. Maintain operator competency matrices, familiarisation records, daily checks, logbooks and refresher-training plans. Enforce appropriate start-up, operation, shut-down, parking, security and defect-reporting practices. Investigate equipment misuse, avoidable damage and recurring operator-related failures and implement corrective action. 8. Fuel Management & Control Maintain secure systems for the receipt, storage, issue, transfer, measurement and reconciliation of fuel and lubricants. Use appropriate calibrated controls, authorised issue records and asset-level consumption analysis. Investigate abnormal consumption, losses, contamination, stock variances and suspected diversion promptly. Ensure material discrepancies are reported and appropriate corrective action taken. 9. Stores, Spare Parts & Inventory Maintain controlled custody of spare parts, tyres, filters, lubricants, tools and plant consumables. Establish appropriate minimum and maximum stock levels based on criticality, usage, lead time and equipment standardisation. Control receipt inspection, storage, preservation, authorised issue, returns, stock counts and obsolete-stock reviews. Ensure physical inventory is reconciled to approved records and investigate material variances. 10. Safety, Compliance & Technical Assurance Implement applicable EHS and quality requirements for plant, transport, workshops, lifting, recovery, energy isolation, fire prevention, environmental protection and waste management. Ensure statutory inspections, roadworthiness, licences, insurance, certificates and permits remain current. Participate in incident investigations and implement required technical corrective actions. Exercise authority to ground, quarantine or withdraw unsafe, unserviceable or non-compliant plant and vehicles. Permit equipment to return to service only after satisfactory rectification has been verified. 11. Cost Control & Commercial Performance Prepare and control approved operating budgets covering maintenance, fuel, tyres, spare parts, workshop, transport and equipment hire. Track maintenance cost per operating hour or kilometre, downtime cost, labour productivity, fuel efficiency, inventory value and external-repair expenditure. Validate plant-related work, receipt and technical performance before payment certification. Identify cost-saving opportunities that protect safety, reliability and asset life. 12. Procurement, Suppliers & Hired Equipment Define technical specifications, scopes, inspection criteria and service levels for equipment, parts, fuel, tyres, maintenance and rental requirements. Lead technical evaluation and acceptance while partnering with Procurement on sourcing and commercial processes. Inspect hired equipment and verify relevant operator, insurance, maintenance and statutory documentation before use. Monitor vendor quality, warranty recovery, turnaround times and contract/service performance. 13. Asset Records & Life-Cycle Management Maintain accurate technical files and asset-register information covering ownership, identity, location, condition, operating hours/kilometres, maintenance, inspection and repair history. Support physical verification, insurance, claims, valuation and audit activities with reliable documentation. Control asset transfers and provide technical input into refurbishment, sale, cannibalisation and disposal decisions. Ensure approved disposals are appropriately controlled and documented. 14. Performance Reporting & Continuous Improvement Produce concise management dashboards covering availability, utilisation, downtime, maintenance compliance, cost, fuel, stores, safety and major risks. Maintain reliable CMMS or fleet-management system data and validate source records before reporting. Benchmark equipment and workshop performance and implement approved productivity and technology improvements. Track agreed decisions and corrective actions through to completion. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Plant Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Construction Plant Management or a related technical discipline. Relevant manufacturer, fleet-management, maintenance-planning, heavy-equipment or professional engineering certification would be advantageous. Minimum 10–15 years’ progressive experience in plant, fleet, workshop or heavy-equipment management, including at least five years in a senior multi-site management role. Demonstrated responsibility for construction plant, vehicles, workshops, maintenance planning, operators, drivers, stores, fuel and external service providers. Strong experience within roads, civil engineering, infrastructure, quarry, asphalt, concrete or comparable heavy-industry operations is highly desirable. Experience operating in Ghana or a comparable West African environment would be advantageous. Technical & Commercial Capability The successful candidate should demonstrate strong practical knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems, earthmoving equipment, trucks, lifting equipment and workshop practices. The individual should also have strong knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance, reliability, tyres, fuel, lubrication, inventory control and warranty administration, together with advanced diagnostic, root-cause analysis, workshop-planning and technical-evaluation capability. Strong budgeting, life-cycle costing, supplier management and negotiation skills are required, alongside proficiency in CMMS, fleet-management systems, telematics, Excel and management dashboards. A working knowledge of relevant Ghanaian transport, roadworthiness, insurance, statutory inspection, environmental and occupational-safety requirements is also importanPersonal Attributes The ideal candidate will demonstrate: High integrity, discipline and personal accountability for organisational assets and resources. A visible commitment to safety, equipment care and operational reliability. Calm and decisive leadership during breakdowns and periods of competing project demand. The ability to balance urgent operational requirements with safe operation, planned maintenance and asset longevity. Strong collaboration across Operations, Finance, Procurement, EHS/Quality, HR and project teams. Commercial awareness without compromising technical standards or controls. A strong commitment to developing people, preventive maintenance culture and continuous improvement. Key Performance Measures Performance will be assessed across areas including: Fleet availability and utilisation – equipment readiness, productive use, idle time and deployment efficiency. Maintenance and reliability – planned-maintenance compliance, overdue services, breakdown frequency, repeat failures and repair turnaround. Cost control – maintenance cost per operating hour/kilometre, budget performance and external-repair expenditure. Fuel and inventory management – fuel consumption, reconciliation accuracy, inventory accuracy, critical stock availability and variance control. Safety and compliance – statutory inspections, licences, equipment grounding, incidents and corrective-action closure. People competence – operator and driver authorisation, training completion and equipment-misuse incidents. Project service – response times, mobilisation reliability and internal stakeholder satisfaction. Remuneration GHS 450,000–600,000 gross per annum, depending on experience and overall suitability for the role.
Information Technology & Software
Group Product Manager – GRC & RMIS
United States, United Kingdom
$145K - $185K
Job Title: Group Product Manager – GRC & RMIS Industry: Information Technology / Software Location: United States – Remote Salary: $145,000–$185,000 base salary Travel: Up to 20%Visa Sponsorship: Not available The Opportunity Our client, an established and growing technology organisation operating within the risk management software sector, is seeking two Group Product Managers specialising in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) and/or Risk Management Information Systems (RMIS). This is a senior product leadership opportunity for professionals with deep domain expertise in GRC or RMIS who can translate market knowledge, customer needs and technology trends into compelling product strategies and executable roadmaps. The Group Product Manager will operate as a senior player/coach, helping lead Product Managers and Product Analysts across a suite of products and modules while ensuring a cohesive product vision and execution strategy. The successful candidate will combine strong knowledge of the GRC/RMIS market with strategic product thinking, customer orientation and the ability to take product vision through to execution. Key Responsibilities Product Strategy & Roadmap Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy across an assigned portfolio of products and modules. Translate commercial objectives, customer needs and competitive intelligence into prioritised product roadmaps. Own and oversee strategic roadmap priorities, ensuring development efforts address meaningful customer and market problems. Use data, experimentation and market insight to validate product priorities and proposed solutions. Ensure product initiatives deliver measurable customer outcomes and contribute to commercial growth and market differentiation. Maintain strong awareness of market developments, emerging technologies, competitor offerings and evolving customer expectations. GRC & RMIS Market Leadership Develop and maintain deep expertise in the GRC and/or RMIS competitive landscape. Analyse direct competitors, adjacent solutions, market positioning, pricing approaches and technology trends. Engage proactively with customers and other market participants to understand emerging challenges, unmet needs and opportunities. Translate deep domain expertise into differentiated product positioning, roadmap priorities and compelling value propositions. Identify emerging market and technology developments that can influence future product strategy. Product Development & Execution Work closely with engineering, design, architecture, marketing and commercial stakeholders throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Translate product strategy into clear requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria and other product artefacts. Oversee product delivery from initial concept and discovery through development, release and post-launch evaluation. Establish and monitor product KPIs and relevant business metrics. Coordinate with other Product Managers and senior stakeholders to ensure complementary and non-conflicting roadmaps. Support successful product launches and adoption across internal and external stakeholders. AI-Enabled Product Management Promote the responsible use of AI throughout product research, discovery, development and post-release evaluation. Use AI-assisted research, synthesis and analysis to improve understanding of customers, competitors and market developments. Encourage appropriate use of AI to accelerate product documentation, requirements development, prototyping and experimentation. Explore emerging AI and data capabilities that can improve product differentiation and customer outcomes. Ensure AI-enabled approaches maintain appropriate standards of accuracy, security, privacy and human oversight. Leadership & Team Development Provide leadership, coaching and mentoring to Product Managers and Product Analysts. Foster collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement within the product organisation. Establish clear expectations around product management practices, strategic thinking and execution. Support career development, performance management and professional growth across the team. Essential Requirements Candidates should demonstrate: 8+ years' experience within the RMIS and/or GRC sector. Experience in a product, product-adjacent or product-informed capacity, which may include Product Management, Product Ownership, Services Product Management, Product Marketing, implementation leadership or a comparable role. Strong understanding of the GRC and/or RMIS competitive landscape, including market dynamics, buyer requirements and relevant technology trends. Demonstrable strategic thinking around product positioning, customer needs and market opportunities. A proven track record of taking a product vision through to execution. Experience translating domain and market expertise into clear product strategy and prioritised roadmaps. Ability to articulate compelling product value propositions to both internal and external stakeholders. Understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes and technologies. Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within a fast-moving technology environment. Bachelor's degree in technology, business, science, engineering, liberal arts or a related discipline. Desirable Experience The following would be advantageous but is not mandatory: Experience using AI-enabled tools within product management, research, discovery or software development. Strong curiosity about the application of AI to product development and customer solutions. Previous experience managing Product Managers, Product Analysts or related product professionals. Compensation & Benefits The position offers a base salary of $145,000–$185,000, depending on experience and overall fit. A signing bonus may be negotiable. The wider benefits package includes: Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement benefits Paid time off Remote working Additional employee benefits Working Arrangements This is a remote position within the United States, with travel of up to approximately 20% where required. Candidates must already have the appropriate authorisation to work in the United States, as visa sponsorship is not available. Please note: Candidates must have 8+ years of experience within the GRC and/or RMIS domain. Applications without substantial relevant domain experience are unlikely to progress.

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