Analyst, Syndications (Investments / Investment Banking / Advisory) – Lagos, Nigeria

Our leading DFI client is currently recruiting an Analyst, Syndications. The incumbent, under supervision, will provide support in the execution of syndication mandates. The job holder will also be involved in deal origination and execution. The key areas of responsibilities are market & client research, due diligence, financial modelling, credit and financial analysis, presentation and syndication marketing materials preparation, business performance tracking and reporting, and investment approval documentation.

Responsibilities:

Research:

• Conduct industry and market research
• Conduct pricing analysis, including primary and secondary market pricing; prepare regular pricing reports for syndicated deals in various regional markets
• Undertake research and analysis on prospective transactions, clients, companies and industries to identify financial trends and potential deals.
• Assist with all due diligence related activities as required

Loan Syndications:

• Proactively works with senior Syndications staff to syndicate loans and/or manage syndicated loans
• Assist with development of pitch book, presentations and proposals to potential clients for syndicated Mandated Lead Arranger (MLA) roles.
• Assist with preparation of syndication materials including, Mandate letter, Teasers and Project Information Memorandum
• Assist with conducting deal specific market soundings and development of lists of prospective banks for syndications
• Assisting and managing transaction-related Q&A/due diligence questions from investors/lenders
• Assist with negotiating commercial and legal agreements on loans.
• Setting up, managing and maintaining data sites for syndicated transactions
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with counterparts in investment departments, treasury department, legal, financial operations, and/or trust funds and with investors
• Maintain database of pipeline deals and syndication loan portfolio
• Interfacing with lender's counsel and consultants for syndication-related matters

Financial Modelling:

• Developing and/or interpreting financial models , including conducting of the relevant financial analysis and risk assessment on projects being contemplated.

Deal Origination, Appraisal and Execution Support:

• Assist with conducting the due diligence/KYC and credit checks on prospective counterparties and/or projects.
• Review company, economic and financial information for new transactions.
• Assist with the preparation of transactions related documents including Mandate letters, Investment Memoranda, engagement letters, proposals, term sheets etc.) for Syndication transactions being contemplated by AFC.
• Assist with evaluation of the feasibility of projects including the ability to construct and evaluate detailed project-finance type, cash flow projections using excel.
• Provide support to the remainder of the team as required.

Market Intelligence, specialist knowledge and database management:

• Develop and regularly update the syndication unit’s pitch book/ brochure
• Keep abreast of external trends and developments relating to syndication loans and Debt Capital Market.
• Develop a quarterly bulletin as a means of keeping the organization aware/ informed of the external market trends and the syndication unit activities.
• Provide support during all phases of developing new syndication product(s) and other new debt mobilization initiatives.
• Regularly updating the Syndications mobilization tracker and lender database

Competencies

Skills:

• Ability to conduct analysis of financial statements and projections.
• Strong financial modelling skills with experience of financial analysis and ability to develop complex financial models.
• Good knowledge with project and corporate finance structures.
• Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good business communication skills.
• Advanced skill in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Commitment to staying up to date on industry trends.
• Experience in the preparation of pitch books presentations and Project Information Memorandum.
• Keen attention to detail and willingness to work hard.
• Fluency in writing and speaking English is mandatory.
•  A good command of French, and/or one or more other regional languages would be a major advantage.

Attributes

• Demonstrates general understanding of credit, investment products, documentation, and processes.
• Detail oriented with strong organisational skills. Must be able to manage a wide variety of tasks and requests competently on a daily basis.
• Flexibility and ability to work with limited supervision.
• A self-starter, proactive and able to assume the initiative following basic leads provided by senior colleagues and team members.
• Strong teamwork capabilities, and able to work seamlessly with staff within the
• Division and across the Corporation. Willingness to support other staff to achieve corporate goals
• High level of creativity and capacity to develop innovative ideas or work with other team members to build up transaction ideas for onward marketing to clients
• Ability to manage multiple business priorities within a regularly changing landscape.
• Able to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines regularly
• Charismatic, outgoing and engaging personality.

Knowledge:

• Experience in financial analysis, financial modelling, projections, and basic infrastructure project review knowledge.
• Good credit and investment review capacity.
• Good knowledge of financial products, including: project, corporate and structured debt, private equity, mezzanine, treasury, capital markets, guarantees and project development
• Good market knowledge of the investment sector in Africa generally, and the infrastructure segment specifically with good knowledge about various financing structures
• Commitment to staying up to date on industry trends in Infrastructure space

Key Performance Indicators:

• Quality of syndication marketing materials including , Pitch books , presentations& proposals and Project Information Memorandum.
• Quality of first level research on bank market, pricing data analysis and market trends.
• Quality of output with a key focus on timeliness and accuracy of financial models and analysis.
• Consistency and promptness in regularly updating the Syndications tracker and database

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A strong first degree in business, finance, engineering or economics from a recognised university
• Relevant advanced degree e.g. master’s degree in business administration, Finance, Investment or a related field of study is an added advantage.
• Relevant finance-related certification(s) is/are an added advantage. Experience
• 3 years of work experience with at least 2 years of experience in loan syndication, direct investment or financial advisory functions preferably with a leading international bank or similar development/international financial institution.
• Relevant certification related to finance is an added advantage. Language
• Fluency in writing and speaking English is mandatory.
• French, and/or Spanish and Portuguese would be desirable. Others Willingness to travel “out-of-station” with minimal prior notice.

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Willing and able to relocate to Nigeria, Lagos.
• Suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

If you wish to apply for the position please send your CV to Chalden Du Toit at [email protected]

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Chalden Du Toit

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