Charles Grant

Experience

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  Skye Bank Nigeria Plc

  Jun 2008 - Aug 2008

  Summer Internship - Relationship Officer

  Worked with the Oil and Gas Unit of the Corporate Banking Group• Managed client relations.• Drafted credit proposal memorandums.• Processed Loan disbursements.• Developed good interdepartmental and interpersonal communication skills.• Made call visits to clients to solicit business.• Cultivated client relationships, increasing customer satisfaction and loyalty.• Assisted with general office administration.• Responsible for the organization and correct filing of all received paperwork. Show less

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  Negris Nigeria Limited

  Aug 2008 - Jul 2009

  Administrative Assistant

  • Work done in fulfilment of the National Youth Service.• Ensured operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.• Maintained supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.

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  Fode/AOS Operating Company

  Nov 2011 - Jul 2012

  Assistant to CEO

  • Managed industrial actions, negotiating full and final settlement pay of over 300 rig workers from 12months to 3months gross.• Reviewed correspondences, prepared reports and advised on strategy.

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  Resolution and Restructuring Company Limited

  Sept 2012 - Jun 2015

  Business Analyst

  • Led 3-man embedded team to conduct on-site review of defaulting company with final report forming basis for settlement.• Coordinated preparation of reports to executive management and external stakeholders.• Managed relationships with obligors and other government agencies.• Assessed debtor viability and devised alternative resolution strategies.• Assisted in the implementation of audit findings at intervened companies.

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  Asset Management Corporation Of Nigeria

  Jul 2015 - now

  Operations Manager

  • Conducted Request for Proposals engaging consultants whose advise helped optimized portfolio structure.• Coordinated preparation of reports to executive management and external stakeholders.• Managed relationships with obligors and related government agencies.• Assessed debtor viability and devised alternative resolution strategies.

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  Arik Air

  Feb 2017 - Apr 2018

  Strategist

  • Devised the receivership team’s strategic framework and ensured its implementation.• Persuaded creditors to inject additional working capital critical to stabilizing the airlines operations.• Spearheaded the integration of Operations, Revenue & Expense databases, allowing for real-time reporting, effective data driven decision making and performance tracking using tailored performance indicators.• Advised and collaborated with various departments resulting in significant improvements in operational efficiency.• Negotiated up to 50% discounts on outstanding liabilities and services fees.• Authored reports and presentations to stakeholders, retaining their confidence and support. Show less

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  NG Eagle Limited

  Jul 2019 - Oct 2022

  Business Development Operations Manager

  • Ensure implementation and timely revision of strategy roadmap • Oversee finance, admin, logistics, branding and IT• Ensure maximal liquidity and optimal utilization of available funds.• Ensure adherence to approved budget, mitigating cost overrun.• Manage relationships with bankers ensuring finance costs are minimized.• Vet transactions to provide additional control and ensure correctness.• Coordinated the establishment and branding of offices.

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  Aero Contractors of Nigeria Ltd

  Sept 2022 - now

  Chief Financial Officer

  Oversee financial turnaround of airline. Provide strategic advice to the CEO. Enhance value by ensuring synergy and deploying innovation.