Investment Analyst

Kappafrik Group - We are a privately-held independent principal investments and advisory firm with continental footprint and focused in Power, Oil & Gas, Infrastructure and real estate sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Investment Analyst

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• We are seeking an Investment Analyst our team of investment professionals.
• This person will collaborate with others to help construct, implement, and oversee multiple investments for our various clients.
• This position is based in our Lagos office but will involve regular travel within and outside Nigeria.

Responsibilities

• Performing the financial and commercial analysis required to evaluate a wide variety of potential deals.
• Preparing and reviewing Investment materials and related supporting documents.
• Participate in all aspects of due diligence, negotiation and closing transactions.
• Participating in and coordinating both deal and market specific research analysis and data management.
• Building and analyzing complex financial models for deals across multiple sectors.

Candidate Specification

• A minimum of 2 years experience in transactions (Finance, investment banking, Banking, Private Equity, Consulting, Stock Market) ideally with exposure to power, Oil and Gas, real estate, infrastructure and multiple jurisdictions
• Excellent report-writing, presentation skills and ability to engage clients on investment via phone and electronically
• Proven interpersonal and communication skills with an emphasis on negotiation; and the ability to relate with high level executives and high net worth individuals.
• Attention to detail, strict adherence to deadlines, and advanced problem-solving skills.
• Strong academic background (preferred background in Engineering, Economics, Business, or Legal)
• Excellent financial modelling skills and advanced Excel skills, specifically the ability to generate custom models, and experience with Microsoft Office products

In Summary, Candidates will be assessed against the following:

• Transaction experience
• Data, Analytical and financial skills
• Communications and commercial skills
• Academic strengths
• Cultural fit