Job Vacancies at Standard Investment Bank

Graphic Design Assistant Role

We are seeking a creative, detail-oriented, and highly motivated Graphic Design Assistant to join our dynamic design team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Graphic Design to support the creation and production of visual assets across various platforms. You will assist in designing projects, ensuring they meet brand guidelines, timelines, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the creation of visual designs, including graphics, illustrations, layouts, and digital content, for both print and digital media.
• Support the Head of Graphic Design in the development of design concepts and strategies.
• Help prepare and format design files for production and digital distribution.
• Maintain and organize design assets, files, and templates in a clear and efficient manner.
• Ensure consistency and quality of design work across all projects by adhering to established brand guidelines.
• Assist in photo editing, retouching, and manipulation as needed.
• Collaborate with other team members, including marketing and communications, to ensure design materials align with overall project goals and messaging.
• Stay updated on design trends, tools, and technologies, and incorporate fresh ideas into projects.
• Provide administrative and operational support, including tracking project progress, organizing meetings, and preparing presentations.

Required Qualifications:

• A degree or relevant certification in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools (such as Sketch, Figma, etc.).
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain consistency across design work.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A portfolio showcasing design skills and relevant work experience (please include a link or attachment).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with motion graphics and video editing software (After Effects, Premiere Pro).
• Knowledge of web design and HTML/CSS basics.
• Familiarity with 3D design and animation tools.

Personal Attributes:

• Creative thinker with a passion for design and visual storytelling.
• A team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Highly organized, proactive, and self-motivated.
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

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Job Overview:

An exciting career opportunity is available for Financial Advisors to service the corporate and retail segments of SIB.

The key purpose of this role is to provide professional financial services to our clients within these segments. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing, retaining and growing a client base by implementing financial planning solutions in line with the client’s needs.

The successful candidate will be expected to carry out the following duties and responsibilities:

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Providing suitable advice to best fit the needs and requirements for clients.
• Preparing and presenting proposals to existing and potential clients using state of the art financial planning tools
• Meeting clients to understand their financial objectives.
• Explaining complex information relating to Financial Advisory in a clear and effortless way
• Managing, maintaining and building new and existing client relationships
• Growing a client book within the first 24 months and consistently thereafter
• Adhering to compliance, operational procedures and practice management standards
• Staying abreast of product information, performance and industry changes
• Building a sustainable book of clients in the corporate and retail segments of SIB.
• Consistently achieving the allocated Sales Production Target as per a performance scorecard.

Formal Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in relevant field
• Relevant Commercial/Financial Tertiary qualification
• CISI Module I and II
• Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning Advantageous
• CFP Advantageous

Experience and Knowledge:

• 5 years’ experience in the Financial Services industry in a Sales role within the Asset/Wealth and Investment management spaces
• Knowledge and understanding of the dynamics in allocated market
• Experience and track record in high-performance sales environments
• Knowledge of best practice in Financial Planning and Financial Advisory Services
• Knowledge and understanding of financial planning through meaningful client engagements
• Knowledge of and understanding of the consultative sales methodology
• Experience in application of a defined sales process.

Computer Literacy:

• Proficient in MS Office
• Experience using CRM
• Experience using financial planning toolkits/software

Interpersonal and Intrapersonal Skills:

• Strong sales, interpersonal and business-orientated person with the acumen to build client relationships
• Networking
• Prospecting skills
• Personal Branding
• Social Selling skills
• Virtual Selling Skills
• Consultative Selling skills
• Lifelong Learning
• Self-driven: Able to work independently
• A passion for the financial planning environment
• Relationship management and networking skills
• Able to plan and manage time effectively
• Analytical and numerical skills with the ability to analyze and interpret statistical information
• Impeccable work ethic
• Team-orientated
• Strong presentation skills
• Emotional Intelligence

Industry Background:

• Asset Management
• Commercial banking (Deposit Mobilization)
• Investment Banking
• Real Estate
• Insurance

Employment Type

• Full-time: 100% Commission Structure

Job Functions

• Client Service
• Financial Planning
• Investment Advisory
• Account Management
• Sales

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Job Summary

• The Chief Risk Officer (CRO) is responsible for establishing and overseeing a comprehensive risk management framework to support the organization’s trading activities across multiple asset classes, including derivatives, forex, fixed income, equities, cryptocurrencies, and commodities. This role requires an individual with deep expertise in financial markets, a strategic mindset, and a proactive approach to identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks. The CRO will ensure that all trading activities align with the organization’s risk appetite, regulatory requirements, and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Risk Management

• Implement a risk management framework tailored to diverse trading products and markets.
• Manage the organization’s risk appetite in alignment with business objectives.
• Provide strategic insights on emerging risks and global market trends that could impact trading activities.

 Risk Identification and Assessment

• Identify, assess, and prioritize risks across asset classes, including market, credit, liquidity, operational, legal, and reputational risks.
• Conduct scenario analysis, stress testing, and sensitivity analysis to evaluate potential impacts on trading portfolios.
• Monitor systemic risks related to macroeconomic changes, regulatory developments, and geopolitical events.

 Risk Mitigation and Controls

• Implement and refine risk policies, limits, and controls for each trading product and asset class.
• Ensure effective collateral management, margin policies, and exposure limits for derivative and leveraged trades.
• Develop contingency plans to address extreme market events, counterparty defaults, and technology failures.

 Risk Monitoring and Reporting

• Establish real-time risk monitoring systems for trading activities across asset classes.
• Prepare and present detailed risk reports, including Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and risk dashboards, to the Board, Audit Committee, and executive leadership.
• Maintain a transparent communication process with regulatory authorities and internal stakeholders.

 Regulatory Compliance and Governance

• Ensure compliance with global and regional regulatory requirements, including those related to derivatives, forex, crypto, and other trading instruments.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to address regulatory inquiries and audits.
• Oversee adherence to best practices and industry standards for risk management.

 Leadership and Culture

• Build and lead a team of risk management professionals with expertise in multiple asset classes.
• Foster a culture of risk awareness, accountability, and proactive management across all trading teams.
• Provide risk training to traders, portfolio managers, and other key stakeholders.

Technology and Analytics

• Leverage advanced risk management technologies and analytics to improve risk assessment and decision-making.
• Evaluate and implement tools for managing crypto-specific risks, algorithmic trading risks, and cross-asset correlations.
• Ensure the accuracy and reliability of data used in risk analysis and reporting.

Qualifications Education and Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field. A Master’s degree or MBA is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CFA, FRM, or PRM are highly desirable.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in risk management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing diverse trading products.
• Proven expertise in managing risks across derivatives, forex, fixed income, equities, cryptocurrencies, and commodities markets.
• Experience with high-frequency trading, algorithmic trading, and blockchain technology is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

• Comprehensive knowledge of financial markets, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks governing various asset classes, including crypto-specific regulations.
• Advanced proficiency in risk modeling, scenario analysis, and data analytics tools.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in high-pressure environments.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Adherence to the organization’s risk appetite and risk limits.
• Effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies, as evidenced by reduced losses and minimized incidents.
• Timely and accurate reporting of risk metrics to stakeholders.
• Compliance with regulatory requirements and successful completion of audits.
• Continuous improvement in risk awareness and management practices across the organization.

Working Conditions

• Office-based with flexibility for remote engagements when necessary.
• Fast-paced, high-pressure environment requiring adaptability to market changes.
• Occasional travel for regulatory engagements, industry conferences, and stakeholder meetings.