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Head of Advisory & Deal Origination
Sthenic Finance & Advisory Ltd
Management & Business Development
Banking, Finance & Insurance
NGN
1,500,000 - 2,000,000
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Job Summary
The Head of Advisory & Deal Origination will be responsible for leading and expanding the company's advisory services, with a primary focus on identifying, cultivating, and securing new deal opportunities. This senior role requires a proven track record in financial advisory. corporate finance, and business development, coupled with strong leadership skills to drive strategic growth and deliver exceptional client solutions.
- Minimum Qualification : Degree
- Experience Level : Senior level
- Experience Length : 7 years
Job Description/Requirements
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for advisory services and deal origination, aligned with the company's overall growth objectives.
- Lead the identification, prospecting, and cultivation of new advisory mandates and investment opportunities across various sectors.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, prospective clients, financial institutions, and industry stakeholders to generate a robust deal pipeline.
- Oversee the entire deal origination process, from initial contact and pitch development to proposal submission, negotiation, and mandate closing.
- Lead and manage advisory projects, including financial modeling, valuation, due diligence, and transaction structuring.
- Provide expert financial and strategic advice to clients on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, corporate restructuring, and other strategic initiatives.
- Collaborate closely with the Investment Management, Fund Sales, and Research teams to identify synergies and cross-selling opportunities.
- Prepare and present compelling proposals, teasers, investment decks, and other client-facing documents.
- Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, competitive landscapes, and new advisory service offerings.
- Mentor and develop junior members of the advisory and deal origination team.
- Ensure all advisory engagements and deal origination activities comply with relevant regulations and internal policies.
- Represent the company at industry conferences, networking events, and client pitches.
- Provide regular, comprehensive reports on deal pipeline, origination performance, market insights, and strategic initiatives to senior management.
- Actively seek opportunities to enhance the overall advisory service offering and streamline the deal origination process through innovation and best practices.
- Provide ad hoc reports and status on responsibilities as required.
- Work closely with stakeholders across functions in a fast-paced environment, able to provide solutions to issues.
- Stay current on best practices and the latest thinking regarding financial advisory, deal origination, and market trends.
Requirements:
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field.
- A master's degree (e.g., MBA) or relevant professional qualifications (e.g., CFA, ACCA, ACA) are highly preferred.
- Minimum of 7-10 years demonstrated experience in financial advisory, corporate finance, investment banking, or a senior business development role with a focus on deal origination.
- Proven track record of successfully originating, structuring, and executing complex financial advisory mandates and transactions.
- Deep understanding of financial markets, valuation methodologies, and corporate finance principles.
- A strong existing network within the financial industry, corporate sector, and investor community is a significant advantage.
Soft Skills:
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with an assertive, clear, and professional demeanor.
- Strong interpersonal, collaborative, networking, and negotiation skills.
- Proven leadership and team management abilities.
- Strategic thinking, decision-making, and advanced problem-solving skills.
- Ability to effectively design and present complex financial information and strategies to senior management and diverse client audiences.
- High agility and ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently.
- Results-oriented with a strong drive for business development and client acquisition.
Remuneration: NGN 18 million and above annual gross (depending on qualifications and experience, open to negotiation)
Location: Lagos
Application closing date: December 30th, 2025
Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted
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