Head Research

Lighthouse Capital

Job Overview

Location

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Employment Type

Full-Time

Work Arrangement

On-site

Sector

Finance & Banking

Experience Level

Executive (12+ years)

Application Deadline

March 4, 2026

About the Company

Lighthouse Capital is a prominent financial institution operating within the Capital Market and Finance House sector. They are dedicated to providing comprehensive financial services, including investment banking and asset management.

The company fosters a high-performance work environment and offers significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development. They value strong ethical standards and aim to deliver impactful research and strategic financial solutions to their clients.

Job Description

We are seeking an accomplished Head of Research to lead our firm's research function. This strategic role is responsible for setting the research agenda, producing high-quality market, equity, fixed income, and macroeconomic research, and delivering actionable insights to support investment banking, asset management, and proprietary investment decisions.

You will oversee research analysts, ensure methodological rigor, and act as a thought leader, engaging internal stakeholders, regulators, and external clients. This is an opportunity to shape a high-impact research function and drive strategic decision-making.

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Required Skills

Financial ModelingValuationFinancial AnalysisMarket ResearchEquity ResearchFixed Income ResearchMacroeconomic ResearchLeadershipStakeholder ManagementCommunication SkillsCFAACAACCACPA

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute the research strategy and annual research agenda.
Lead, mentor, and manage the performance of the research team.
Oversee the production of equity, fixed income, macroeconomic, and sector research.
Ensure research outputs meet regulatory, ethical, and professional standards.
Provide investment insights to support M&A, capital raising, trading, and portfolio decisions.
Review and approve research reports, valuation models, and forecasts.
Engage clients, institutional investors, regulators, and media as a subject-matter expert.
Collaborate effectively with Investment Banking, Trading, and Asset Management teams.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
Master's degree (MBA, MSc Finance/Economics) is a strong advantage.
Deep knowledge of capital markets, valuation, and financial analysis.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
8–12+ years of progressive experience in Research, Investment Banking, Asset Management, or Capital Markets.
Minimum 4–6 years in a research leadership or senior analyst role.
Proven track record of producing institutional-grade research.
Experience interacting with regulators, institutional investors, and senior executives.
Professional Certifications (Highly Advantageous): CFA Charterholder (strongly preferred), ACA / ACCA / CPA, or other relevant market certifications.