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A fair, clear path from application to your first day

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How we hire

We look for character, curiosity and clear thinking

Our process is designed to be fair, transparent and respectful of your time. Every candidate is assessed against the same standard and told plainly where they stand.

"We hire people we would trust with the company's capital and its reputation, then we help them grow into that trust."

Jacob Decker LtdRecruitment principle
Six stages

How the process works

01

Application

A short form and your CV. No cover-letter theatre; tell us plainly why Jacob Decker.

02

Screening

We read every application. You will hear from us either way.

03

Assessment

A reasoning exercise focused on how you think, not what you have memorised.

04

Interviews

Conversations about judgement, integrity and how you handle being wrong.

05

Offer

A written offer with clear terms. No pressure to decide on the spot.

06

Onboarding

Your first weeks in Abuja: the foundation in markets, risk and review.

Where you can apply

Opportunities that build lasting careers

Roles are published only when they genuinely exist.

We never charge candidates

Jacob Decker never asks for payment at any stage of recruitment. Anyone who does is not us; please report it.

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Requirements

What we ask of applicants

A completed application, your CV, honesty about your record, and the ability to reason clearly under questioning. A finance degree is not required.

Graduate traineesRecent first degree or postgraduate
Experienced rolesRequirements listed with each role
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Questions

About recruitment

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How long does the process take?

Timelines will be published with each intake or role. We will tell you where you stand at every stage.

Do I need a finance degree?

No. We look for analytical ability, sound character and genuine interest in markets and long-term thinking.

Will I ever be asked to pay?

Never. Jacob Decker does not charge candidates for applications, training, equipment or anything else.

Where is the role based?

Abuja, Nigeria, where Jacob Decker operates.