JOB TITLE : Associate
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT : Financial Advisory & Structured Investments
REPORTS TO: Partners
Our client is a specialist financial advisory and investment management firm focused on delivering bespoke capital structuring and investment solutions across Africa. The firm operates at the intersection of global capital and Africa’s real asset sectors, with a particular emphasis on infrastructure, transportation, energy, power, digital infrastructure, and industrial platforms. They partner with leading private and public sector institutions to unlock complex opportunities and accelerate transformative growth across the continent. Their approach is grounded in deep market knowledge, financial engineering expertise, and a relentless focus on execution. Led by a senior team with backgrounds in global consulting, investment banking and private equity firms, the partners are formerly PwC, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs and KKR employees. The firm has built a track record advising on some of the world’s most strategic and innovative transactions, ranging from greenfield developments and asset restructurings to platform capitalizations and structured finance solutions. The firm’s vision is to become the leading trusted advisor and principal investor in Africa’s real assets market, by bridging the gap between opportunity and institutional capital through tailored financial strategies. With a strong commitment to value creation, sustainable growth, and catalytic impact, they leverage deep networks, technical capabilities, and sector insights to shape outcomes that endure. Currently focused on Nigeria and select high-growth African markets, the firm is actively expanding its platform through strategic partnerships with sovereign funds, development finance institutions, corporates, and global investors. As they scale, they remain guided by core values: integrity, discipline, performance and partnership.
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for leading and supporting the execution of financial advisory, capital structuring and investment mandates across infrastructure, energy, transportation, digital infrastructure, and other real asset sectors. Works closely with Partners, contributing to deal execution, client engagement, and strategic development across the firm’s mandates and strategy.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Investment Origination & Execution
- Supports deal sourcing activities through market research, networking, and pipeline tracking.
- Conducts detailed financial modelling from scratch, debt sizing, valuation analysis (DCF, 2 IRR, comparable), and sensitivity testing for advisory mandates and potential investments.
- Assists in structuring transactions including identifying the optimal capital structure / solution, assessing risk allocation, and putting in place the right legal framework around transactions.
- Leads due diligence processes (technical, legal, financial, ESG, insurance) alongside external advisors and internal teams.
- Prepares investment committee materials, pitch decks, information memorandums and internal memos.
Portfolio Management
- Monitors performance of portfolio assets including operational KPIs, financial metrics, and covenant compliance.
- Assists in preparation of quarterly reports, board presentations, and investor updates. • Works with asset managers, technical teams, and partners to implement value-creation initiatives.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Coordinates with internal teams (legal, ESG, tax) and external parties (co-investors, banks, developers, government bodies).
- Attends industry conferences, investor meetings, and site visits.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or ICAN certification is an added advantage
- MBA is an added advantage
WORK EXPERIENCE:
- 5-6 years of relevant experience in financial advisory, infrastructure finance, real asset investing, private equity, project finance, investment banking.
- Demonstrated track record in transaction execution or asset management within infrastructure sectors.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
- Strong understanding of financial advisory, investment banking, project finance, and/or capital structuring.
- Advanced financial modelling and valuation skills.
- Strong understanding of project finance, infrastructure investment structures, and risk assessment.
- Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools; knowledge of financial databases.
- Proven track record in supporting or leading successful transactions. Transaction lifecycle.
Job Type: Full-time
