Senior Client Advisor / Relationship Manager, Wealth Management at Kaplo Africa

Job Overview

Location
Lagos, Lagos
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
1 day ago

Additional Details

Job ID
144699
Job Views
24

Job Description






Job Description




  • We are seeking a highly driven, commercially astute and entrepreneurial senior Relationship Manager to join our Wealth Management division. This role is central to the growth strategy of the firm.

  • The successful candidate will be responsible for originating new ultra high net-worth (UHNW) client relationships, growing Assets Under Management (AUM), deepening existing client engagements, and contributing directly to the firm’s financial performance targets.

  • This is a senior, revenue-generating role suited to a relationship-driven professional who combines strong investment knowledge with proven business development capability.

  • The position is fast-paced, performance-oriented, and highly visible within the organisation. Cultural alignment, discretion, and professionalism are essential.



Key Responsibilities 



Business Development & Client Acquisition:




  • Originate and onboard new UHNW client relationships through personal networks, referrals, and strategic outreach

  • Identify and pursue new opportunities across Abuja, Lagos, London, Chicago, and Dubai

  • Develop and execute a structured business development plan aligned with firm growth objectives

  • Present the Firm’s value proposition to prospects and intermediaries

  • Convert prospects into long-term advisory relationships

  • Retain client Assets Under Management (AUM)

  • Drive measurable growth in AUM by achieving defined revenue and AUM growth targets



Client Relationship Management:




  • Serve as primary relationship manager for assigned clients

  • Develop deep understanding of client financial objectives, risk appetite, and long-term goals

  • Coordinate with the Investment Advisory team to deliver tailored portfolio solutions

  • Ensure exceptional client experience through proactive communication and responsiveness

  • Manage onboarding processes, documentation, and ongoing service requirements

  • Retain and grow existing client relationships through cross-selling and strategic engagement



Revenue & Performance Management:




  • Achieve agreed AUM growth and revenue targets

  • Monitor profitability of client relationships

  • Identify opportunities to pincrease wallet share within existing relationships

  • Support pricing discussions and fee negotiations in alignment with firm policy

  • Contribute to the firm’s overall financial performance objectives



Brand Representation & Market Positioning:




  • Represent the Firm at industry events, networking functions, and private forums

  • Build relationships with professional intermediaries (lawyers, accountants, trustees, corporate advisors)

  • Strengthen the firm’s market visibility within UHNW and family office circles

  • Contribute to thought leadership and strategic positioning initiatives

  • Mentor and develop junior talent as the firm grows.



Required Qualifications and Skills




  • BSc Degree in Finance, Economics, Business or related field.

  • MBA, CFA, CISI, or CFP® designation or equivalent qualification strongly preferred

  • Minimum 10+ years’ experience in private banking, wealth management, family office, or asset management.

  • Excellent ability to speak and write English language

  • Proficient in MacOS Keynote, Numbers and Pages

  • Proficient in MS Powerpoint, Excel & Word

  • Demonstrated track record of bringing in new client assets

  • Diligent, with excellent attention to detail 

  • Solid numeric ability

  • Strong presentation and proposal development skills

  • Portable book of UHNW/HNW client relationships preferred Strong understanding of multi-asset investment solutions and financial products

  • Proven ability to grow revenue and meet performance targets

  • Experience managing complex, multi-jurisdictional client relationships

  • Strong network of UHNW clients and prospectsExceptional interpersonal and communication skills

  • Skilled in identifying client needs and structuring tailored investment solutions

  • Highly trusted advisor with strong emotional intelligence

  • Ability to manage complex client situations with discretion and maturity

  • Solid understanding of asset allocation, portfolio construction, and financial products

  • Ability to collaborate effectively with investment teams and productspecialists

  • Highly entrepreneurial and commercially motivated

  • Strong organisational and time management skills

  • Target-driven and results-oriented, able to deliver on time, under pressure

  • Highly adaptable, able to deal with ambiguity and change

  • Entrepreneurial mindset, with ability to thrive in a lean and fast-growing environment

  • High integrity and able to handle confidential matters with absolute discretion

  • Able to work independently in a fast-paced, team with minimal supervision.

  • Proactive, with good decision-making capacity

  • Mature, reliable and professional



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