Emerging Product Analyst - Primary Market at AFEX

Job Summary

• The role holder is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and recommending emerging commodity-linked financial products on the Exchange, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, market demand, and regulatory standards.
• In order to be successful in this role, you will have to demonstrate innovative skills, analytical competence, as well as have a deep interest and understanding of the capital markets and the investment landscape, both domestic and foreign.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed research to identify emerging trends, products, and opportunities within the capital market.
• Analyze the viability, profitability, and risk associated with emerging commodity-linked financial instruments or market strategies.
• Evaluate the potential of emerging capital market products through qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Compare and contrast emerging products with existing products in terms of performance, risks, and market reception.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and guidelines in the capital market.
• Ensure that emerging products or strategies align with local, national, and international regulatory requirements.
• Prepare detailed reports on potential market opportunities and emerging products, highlighting benefits, risks, and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of research data, analyses, and evaluations.
• Work closely with the product development Lead to refine and enhance new product ideas based on findings.
• Engage with all relevant stakeholders, including traders, portfolio managers, and external partners to gather insights and feedback on product endeavours.
• Attend seminars, workshops, and conferences to stay updated on the latest trends and products in the capital market.
• Maintain detailed documentation of product specifications, operational processes, and guidelines.
• Support in developing product marketing materials and training resources.
• Track and evaluate the performance of launched products, using metrics to identify areas for improvement or modification.

Other duties

• Participate in ad-hoc projects and perform other activities as may be assigned.
• Embark on trips within and outside Nigeria where necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related fields.
• Experience in capital markets, research, or a related discipline.
• Proficient understanding of financial instruments, market dynamics, and regulatory frameworks.
• Expertise in data analysis tools and financial modelling software.
• A proactive approach to research and a keen interest in financial market innovations.
• Sufficient understanding of emerging products including Derivatives, Energy, Solid minerals, precious metals, etc.
• Prior experience in product development, capital markets, or a related area.
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced, changing market conditions.
• Strong research and presentation skills