Corporate Actions Settlement Officer

This is a contract employment position (1-year) for a Corporate Actions Settlement Officer located in Victoria Island, Lagos, with a salary of ₦300,000. The role involves managing corporate actions and securities settlement activities across local and international markets. The successful candidate will ensure timely transaction processing, accurate record-keeping, effective exception management, regulatory compliance, and quality client service. Key responsibilities include processing mandatory and voluntary corporate actions, monitoring settlement status, preparing settlement instructions, maintaining records, and escalating operational risks.

B.Com degree or equivalent qualification; minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience in Custody Operations, Securities Services, Corporate Actions, Settlements, or Financial Services Operations; good understanding of securities markets, settlement cycles, custody operations, and reconciliations; knowledge of local and international settlement processes; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; strong analytical skills; excellent communication and problem-solving skills; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines