General Manager (Investment Management) Job at Oasis Africa Consulting Limited

Oasis Africa Consulting Limited - Our client is a prominent player in the Nigerian private sector with cross-sectoral investment practices, particularly in hospitality, financial services, and the petroleum upstream industry. The group requires the service of a prolific GM to enhance its expanding operations. The successful candidate must be prepared to relocate to Asaba, Delta State.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: General Manager (Investment Management)

Job Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Job Description

• The General Manager will lead Client Investments’ strategic and operational management across its investment portfolio.
• The role requires a high-performing executive with deep knowledge of cross-sectoral investment practices, particularly in hospitality, financial services, and the petroleum upstream industry.
• The ideal candidate will combine strategic thinking, commercial acumen, and operational excellence.
• Oversee day-to-day management of all Client business units, ensuring strategic alignment with Rainoil Group objectives.
• Lead the execution of investment strategies and portfolio management, including M&A, JV partnerships, and divestments.
• Coordinate the development and execution of the Asaba Hotel Development project and other hospitality ventures.
• Supervise financial reporting, budgeting, risk management, and operational audits.
• Identify and assess new investment opportunities in energy, finance, and hospitality sectors.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and ESG adherence across sectors.
• Report to the board with operational and financial insights, project updates, and risk assessments.

Qualifications

• BSc / MSc in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in investment management, energy, or real estate.
• Strong knowledge of Nigeria’s investment landscape, hospitality market, and upstream petroleum regulations.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Additional Information:
Job Interactions - Internal:

• Board of Directors and Group CEO (strategic reporting and approvals)
• Finance Manager (budgeting, investment analysis)
• Project Managers (hospitality, upstream energy, financial projects)
• HR & Admin teams (staffing, policy enforcement)
• Legal and Compliance Officer (contractual and regulatory matters)
• Departmental Heads across portfolio companies

Job Interactions - External:

• Regulatory Bodies (DPR, NNPC, SEC, FIRS)
• Investment Partners and JV stakeholders
• Financial Institutions and Lenders
• Hospitality Contractors, Architects, and Engineers (Asaba project)
• Auditors and Legal Advisors
• ESG Consultants and Industry Analysts
• Community leaders and government liaisons (especially in host communities).

Remuneration
Competitive.