Vice President, Investment Officer

Capital Alliance Nigeria Limited

Job Location:

Lagos - Nigeria

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Deal Sourcing and Relationship management

Proactively identify and source investment opportunities by leveraging professional network industry contacts and market research
Build and maintain relationships with investment banks financial advisers and other deal flow sources
Represent the firm at industry conferences networking events and other relevant engagements

Investment Evaluation and Due Diligence

Lead the evaluation and due diligence process for potential investments including assessment of opportunities against investment criteria financial analysis market research and operational assessments
Lead the assessment of viability risks and return expectations of investment opportunities
Lead the development of creative and appropriate financial structures for complex transactions (equity debt mezzanine)
Galvanize and collaborate with external advisors including legal financial tax commercial and ESG among others to rigorously analyze target investments
Lead the negotiation of terms of investments in collaboration with advisers
Lead the development of post-acquisition value creation planning (100-day plan

Financial Modeling and Valuation

Lead the development and refinement of financial models including assumptions and thesis to determine optimal entry and exit valuations project returns and cashflows for prospective investments
Develop scenarios and sensitivity analyses to understand the impact of various assumptions on investment outcomes
Oversee the preparation of detailed investment memorandums and lead presentations to the investment committee clearly and succinctly articulating thesis value propositions and recommendations

Portfolio Management

Collaborate with portfolio company managements to set strategy develop budgets and detailed workplans to achieve set targets
Monitor portfolio company performance to track performance vs set goals at predetermined points in time identify deviations in performance vs target probe causes of deviation and recommend courses of action to ensure targets are met
Work closely with portfolio company teams to drive operational improvements and strategic growth initiatives
Participate and play an active role in board meetings providing insights and guidance to drive value creation

Exits

Lead the development and execution of exit strategies for portfolio investments ensuring optimal value realization for the firm and its investors
Lead scope of work and fee negotiations with prospective advisers
Collaborate with portfolio company managements and advisers to develop credible equity stories to sell to investors
Collaborate with adviser to narrow down a target investor universe
Galvanize advisers to develop detailed vendor due diligence reports ahead of exit launch
Drive investor engagement process through to closure

Market Analyses and Reporting

Conduct market research to identify trends competitive landscapes and growth opportunities within assigned sectors
Prepare regular market and portfolio performance reports for internal stakeholders
Stay updated on macroeconomic factors regulatory changes and sector developments impacting the investment landscape

Team Leadership and Development

Take responsibility for leading and representing the team on internal committees and engagements with senior management
Mentor and train junior team members in financial analysis investment processes including financial instruments and industry dynamics
Drive the development of a high performing team culture focused on collaboration innovation and excellence
Foster a learning environment by sharing knowledge and best practices within the team

Bachelors degree in FinanceAccountingorarelatedfield (MastersdegreeorMBA preferred).
Minimumof10yearsofexperienceinprivateequity/investmentbanking
Proventrackrecordofsuccessful transaction /investmentmanagementanddealexecution.
Deep understanding of markets economic trends regions and industry sectors in Africa
Strong leadershipstakeholder management written and verbal communicationnegotiation and problem solvingandinterpersonalskills.
Experience leading teams strong networks and developed relationships across multi-sectors
Ability to think strategically simplify complex problems develop creative solutions with sound business and investment judgement
Stronganalyticalandfinancialmodellingand valuation skills.
Highlevelofintegrityprofessionalismandethicalstandards.

Required Experience:

Exec

Deal Sourcing and Relationship managementProactively identify and source investment opportunities by leveraging professional network industry contacts and market researchBuild and maintain relationships with investment banks financial advisers and other deal flow sourcesRepresent the firm at industr...