Client Portfolio Management & Execution Oversight
Structure and manage discretionary client portfolios aligned with investment objectives and strategy
Execute portfolio-level trades and rebalance instructions, ensuring proper approvals, documentation, and timely completion
Track all SMA portfolios to ensure allocations remain aligned with client mandates; escalate anomalies
Fund Administration & Daily Operational Tracking
Prepare and share daily transaction updates summarizing activities across all portfolios
Track and manage autopay mandates to ensure correct processing of standing client instructions
Review and share the Daily SMA Portfolio Update, flagging breaches, shortfalls, or unexpected movements
Monitor and document upfront interest payments, redemptions, and special payout instructions, ensuring timely execution
Oversee internal portfolio dashboards and ensure data integrity for all active accounts
Collaborate with Finance to align daily trade data with accounting and treasury operations
Liability Reporting
Ensure timely preparation of the liabilities report, capturing outstanding obligations, scheduled payments, and leverage positions to support portfolio rebalancing and liquidity management decisions
Client Reporting & Communication
Lead Portfolio Strategy Calls and work with the Wealth Management team to hold client portfolio reviews
Maintain clear audit trails and communication records on investment actions tied to client accounts
Ensure client-facing materials are updated and error-free ahead of review sessions
Product Support & Collaboration
Maintain up-to-date product sheets for managed portfolio offerings
Collaborate with the Fund Manager and Head, Business Development on input for quarterly product marketing decks
Share performance trends, rebalancing insights, and mandate feedback for product refinement
Trade Execution Accuracy & Controls
Executes client trades for both fixed income and equities as requested
Oversee settlements and liaise with custodians to ensure operational accuracy
Track trade slippage, settlement errors, and compliance with internal mandates
Ensure no outstanding trade anomalies go unaddressed beyond SLA
Team Leadership & Strategic Support
Coach junior team members in portfolio operations and investment thinking
Participate in cross-functional initiatives and investment projects as assigned
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
100% of SMA trade executions and reports delivered on time and error-free
Daily SMA Portfolio Updates and Liabilities Reports submitted on time
Portfolio Strategy Call per quarter
Portfolio review calls per client (tracked with Wealth)
Customer satisfaction score / transaction-level NPS
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Investment Management, Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
CFA, CAIA, or equivalent certification preferred.
5+ years of experience in portfolio management, investment strategy, or asset allocation.
Expertise in portfolio optimization, risk-adjusted return analysis, and financial modeling.
Strong understanding of fund accounting.
Deep knowledge of macroeconomic trends, sector research, and asset pricing models.
Proficiency in financial and analytical tools, including:
Bloomberg Terminal, FactSet, Morningstar (investment research & market intelligence).
Excel (VBA), Python, R (quantitative modeling & statistical analysis).
Tableau, Power BI (data visualization & investment analytics).
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Investment Management, Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field.
- CFA, CAIA, or equivalent certification.
- 5+ years of experience in portfolio management, investment strategy, or asset allocation.
- Expertise in portfolio optimization, risk-adjusted return analysis, and financial modeling.
- Strong understanding of fund accounting.
- Deep knowledge of macroeconomic trends, sector research, and asset pricing models.
- Proficiency with Bloomberg Terminal, FactSet, Morningstar, Excel (VBA), Python, R, Tableau, Power BI.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
What We Do
Sankore Investments is a global investment company providing investment, risk, and estate management services to corporations, financial institutions, and individuals. Focused on emerging African markets, it aims to help clients across social strata create and manage wealth. Its offerings include wealth management, advisory and fund management, real estate, financial technology, brokerage, and registrar services, serving both individuals and corporations across the region.








