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

Reference No. CDTBLAS

Présentation du poste

Our leading DFI client is currently recruiting an Associate, Syndications. The incumbent will provide support in AFC’s mobilization efforts through the entire execution process of syndication mandates. The job holder shall also be involved in deal origination, investor/lenders engagement, execution and through to internal approval and financial close. The key areas of responsibilities are: market & clients research, due diligence, financial models development, credit and financial analysis, presentation and syndication marketing materials writing, business performance tracking and reporting, and investment approval documentation. Responsibilities: Strategy Assist in the development and implementation of strategy and business development plan for the business unit. Market Research Conduct industry and bank market research and pricing data analysis, including secondary market pricing; prepare regular pricing reports for syndicated deals in various regional markets Undertake research and analysis on prospective transactions, clients, investors, companies and industries to identify financial trends , potential deals and target investors/lenders. Assist with all due diligence related activities as required. Loan Syndication Lead, working with senior Syndications staff, in managing syndicated loans throughout the syndication process from origination to financial close Development of pitch book, presentations and proposals to potential clients for syndicated Mandated Lead Arranger (MLA) roles. Drafting of syndication materials including, Mandate letter, Teasers and PIM Conducting deal specific market soundings and development of lists of prospective investors/banks for syndicated deals. Coordinating and managing all transaction-related Q&A / due diligence questions from investors/lenders Assist with negotiating commercial and legal documentaion for syndicated loans Setting up, managing and maintaining data sites for syndicated transactions Develops and maintains effective relationships with counterparts in investment departments, treasury departments, legal, financial operations, and with external investors Maintain and proactively update the database of syndication pipeline deals and syndication loan portfolio Managing and coordinating the Interface between lenders/investors and lender's counsel/consultants for syndicated deals. Lead and actively participate in any syndication and/or other related initiatives within the Corporation. Actively assist in the negotionations, queries, placement, and binding of insurance related policies and/or activities. Ensure compliance with the Corporation’s credit policies to minimize the incidence of bad and/ or non-performing loans. Financial Modelling Developing and/or interpreting financial models , including conducting of the relevant financial analysis and risk assessment on projects being contemplated by AFC. Deal Origination, Appraisal and Execution Support Conduct KYC, credit checks and/or other required due diligence on prospective counterparties and/or projects.

Formation / Diplômes

Review and ability to undertake an assessment on the sponsors, economic and financial information for new transactions. Preparation of transactions related documents including Mandate letters , investment Memorandums, engagement letters, proposals, term sheets etc.) for Syndication transactions being contemplated by AFC. Evaluation of the feasibility of infrastructure projects including the ability to construct and evaluate detailed cash flow projections using excel for project-finance type transactions Develop and/or interpret financial models, financial analysis of corporates, commodity trading firms and banks and risk assessment) for projects being contemplated by AFC. Provide required input for negotiating risk fees and to appropriately price transactions. Provide support to the team as required.

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