CA Global Headhunters is an international recruitment and staffing company with an in-depth focus on Recruitment in Africa. We recruit talent of the highest standard across African Sectors in Mining, Oil & Gas, Engineering, Banking, Finance, Legal, Insurance, Commodities and Agriculture. As the African markets further grow and develop, our skills and expertise simultaneously grow too, ensuring that we deliver the best service for both clients and candidates. Our extensive candidate network built up over 8 years comprises the most diverse, skilled and experienced candidates.
We have access to resources, networks, and relationships globally which enable us to understand our clients’ cultures, operations, business strategies and industries. With offices in South Africa, Mozambique, China and Geneva we are always on par with new technologies and trends which assist us in sourcing the best talent. Whatever stage of the project life cycle, we can effectively put forward the right candidates with the right skills.Job Description:
Our banking client is currently recruiting an Associate OR Senior Associate, Investment for their Fund Investment division, reporting to the Head of Investment.
The candidate will be expected to support the business in originating, executing & monitoring transactions in relation to capital expansion plans and trade finance for sovereigns & sub-sovereigns, and medium-to-large corporate companies across Africa, with the goal of delivering bespoke credit solutions to clients whilst minimising credit losses.
The individual should be bilingual (French/English) and should have experience in analysing corporate balance sheets and in executing corporate and trade finance transactions.
Responsibilities:
Support origination and management of new clients and opportunities across Africa.
Pitch, structure, negotiate, market, execute and close transactions.
Assist in client coverage and management of key accounts.
Support management of transaction processes from origination to closing, including engagement with legal and financial advisors in the analysis for such transactions.
Work with other team members in Investments and colleagues across the organization to process the administration of each transaction as it goes through the approval process.
Build/Develop/Review and investigate key aspects of financial models (including financial analysis, pricing, valuation, and other business decision making models) to evaluate the financial viability of transactions.
Support executing tasks encompassing technical review of all projects (infrastructure related) projects.
Develop presentations and proposals (including “pitch books”) to new and existing clients.
Prepare transactions documents (engagement letters, proposals, presentations, Information Memorandums, term sheets, valuations etc.) for transactions being contemplated by the bank
Undertake transaction related research and analysis on prospective clients and companies to identify financial trends and issues as well as provide a sound basis for investment decisions
Conduct financial analysis and risk assessment on project proposals, including developing and interpreting financial models and financial statements.
Participate in deal meetings and assist in maintaining client relationships
Conduct due diligence on prospective clients
Requirements: Qualification and Skill
Education
A first degree from a recognised university.
Strong mathematical aptitude. CFA/Accounting/other related qualification is an added advantage.
Relevant advanced degree e.g. Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field of study, will be advantageous.
Experience
6 to 8 years professional experience preferably in related investment banking – deal origination and execution.
Proficient in transaction modelling and understanding of transaction structures.
Excellent self-management skills.
Bilingual (oral, reading, writing): English & French is mandatory
Highly proficient in the development of Microsoft Excel financial models and analysis as well as development and review of Microsoft PowerPoint presentations for marketing purposes (pitchbooks).
A good understanding of the technical and financial aspects related to the review of sovereigns & corporates seeking term and trade finance.
Ability to respond to issues associated with risk assessment of investments and drive transactions through the investment approval process
Ability to write credit and investment memoranda.
Ability to negotiate Term Sheets and participate in negotiations of facility and investment agreements
Strong quantitative analysis and problem solving skills.
Well developed communication and business writing skills, power of persuasion as well as the ability to interface directly and effectively with senior officers of wide range of potential clients
Effective time management skills and ability to work under pressure in a fast-moving environment
Excellent project management skills.
Experience with transactions involving the use of the following:
guarantees and instruments for tenor elongation.
political risk insurance, export credits, etc.
complex structures such as credit linked notes and asset/commodity backed loans, etc.
Language
Solid communication and writing skills.
Fluency in writing and speaking English and French is mandatory.
Others
Willingness to travel “out-of-station” with minimal prior notice
Team player with the potential to take the lead on transactions
Benefits and Contractual information:
3 Year renewable employment contract
Willing and able to relocate to Nigeria, Lagos.
Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
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