Lead, Financial Advisory

About this role

A Lagos-based Lead, Financial Advisory role with iRecruiters Africa Limited. The position leads the company’s financial advisory business, acting as a key advisor to clients on feasibility, structuring and execution of complex corporate finance, infrastructure and development projects. The role covers originating and executing transactions such as M&A, capital raising, project finance and corporate restructuring, while also managing client engagements, team leadership, regulatory compliance and business development.

What you would do

• Originate and structure large, complex financial transactions.
• Lead negotiations with counterparties and provide strategic advice on structuring, pricing and risk-sharing.
• Oversee drafting and review of term sheets, letters of intent, shareholder agreements and other deal documents.
• Conduct in-depth market research, sector analysis and policy reviews to guide client investment decisions.
• Provide strategic advice on structuring infrastructure, energy, real estate and development finance projects.
• Oversee feasibility studies including technical, economic and financial assessments.
• Present complex financial and strategic analyses to clients, boards and investors.
• Supervise preparation of project deliverables such as strategic reports, action plans and client presentations.
• Develop advanced financial models to evaluate transactions and projects.
• Ensure robustness and accuracy of financial and valuation analyses and maintain regulatory compliance.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or related field.
• Master’s degree/MBA preferred.
• Professional qualifications: ACA, ACCA or CFA or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 years’ progressive experience in investment banking, corporate finance or transaction advisory, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of originating and executing high-value transactions in M&A, capital markets and restructuring.
• Deep expertise in financial modelling, valuation and deal structuring.
• Strong industry knowledge across infrastructure, energy, financial services, real estate, consumer markets, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage senior client relationships and deliver high-profile transactions.

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