Treasury Portfolio Manager

Widestride International Limited manages the WIL Balanced Asset as a discretionary private investment product designed to deliver a balanced combination of capital growth, income generation, and risk mitigation in line with each investor’s objectives and risk profile.

The portfolio is strategically diversified across low-risk instruments , including Treasury Bills, investment-grade bonds, money market funds, and term deposits, as well as medium-risk investments such as SEC-approved equities and publicly listed Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). This diversified approach enables the portfolio to pursue competitive returns while maintaining prudent risk management and capital preservation.

Job Title: Treasury Portfolio Manager

Job Type: Full Time/Hybrid

Level: Senior Level

Purpose Statement

We are seeking an experienced Senior Capital Markets, Treasury & Portfolio Management professional to lead the Company’s treasury, investment, and portfolio activities, drive portfolio growth and profitability, optimize liquidity and returns, manage SEC-approved investment products, and ensure strong regulatory compliance and risk management.

Responsibilities

- Lead the development and execution of the Company’s treasury, investment, and portfolio management strategy to drive sustainable growth, profitability, liquidity, and risk-adjusted returns.
- Manage the Company’s investment portfolio and SEC-approved investment products , including asset allocation, security selection, portfolio rebalancing, performance monitoring, and risk management.
- Identify, originate, evaluate, and execute investment opportunities across approved asset classes, including fixed income, equities, money market instruments, and alternative investments.
- Oversee treasury and liquidity management , including cash-flow forecasting, cash positioning, short-term investments, funding requirements, and efficient deployment of surplus funds.
- Drive portfolio and revenue growth through client acquisition, investment mobilization, and effective relationship management across high-net-worth individuals, corporates, institutional investors, and other strategic clients.
- Build and manage strategic relationships with banks, financial institutions, brokers, custodians, fund managers, institutional investors, regulators, and other capital market stakeholders.
- Develop and enhance investment products and solutions aligned with market opportunities, regulatory requirements, client needs, and the Company’s overall commercial objectives.
- Conduct market research, financial analysis, and portfolio reviews to identify emerging opportunities, assess market risks, optimize returns, and recommend timely strategic adjustments.
- Ensure full compliance with SEC regulations, investment guidelines, internal policies, risk frameworks, and industry best practices , while maintaining appropriate controls across treasury and investment activities.
- Provide strategic treasury and investment advice to Executive Management and lead the Treasury & Investment team , including preparation of investment proposals, financial forecasts, portfolio performance reports, management reports, and development of team capability as the business grows.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Banking & Finance, Business Administration, or a related field ; relevant professional qualifications such as CFA, ACT, ACA/ACCA, CPA, CIS, FRM, or an MBA/Master’s degree are an added advantage.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in Treasury, Capital Markets, Investment Management, Asset Management, Wealth Management, Corporate Finance, or related financial services, with demonstrated senior-level experience.
- Proven track record in managing liquidity, cash positions, funding requirements, investments, and capital market transactions within a regulated financial institution or investment environment.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and executing investment and treasury strategies , driving portfolio growth, optimizing returns, and preserving capital.
- Strong knowledge of money and capital market instruments , including Treasury Bills, Commercial Papers, Bonds, Fixed Income Securities, Mutual Funds, Equities, Repos, and other investment products.
- Strong expertise in portfolio management , including asset allocation, security selection, portfolio rebalancing, yield optimisation, performance measurement, and risk-adjusted return analysis.
- Sound understanding of treasury and investment risk management , including market, liquidity, interest-rate, credit, and counterparty risks, as well as regulatory requirements, governance, and internal controls.
- Strong analytical and financial modelling skills , with proficiency in spreadsheets, cash-flow forecasting, scenario and sensitivity analysis, investment appraisal, portfolio modelling, and relevant treasury and market tools.
- Excellent commercial judgment, business development, negotiation, leadership, communication, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills , with the ability to engage clients, financial institutions, regulators, and senior management.
- SEC Sponsored Individual status or relevant SEC registration is an added advantage.

Benefits

- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a newly established fund management company and contribute to its growth and success
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Professional development and training opportunities