Research & Advisory Analyst

Our client is a financial institution incorporated in Nigeria. The Company is licensed and regulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as a Finance Company to operate within the middle tier of the Nigerian financial system, playing complementary roles to banks in bridging financing and investing gaps. The Company focuses principally on providing financial intermediation services to Individuals, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and Corporate Institutions through creating Consumer Lo

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Our client is a financial institution incorporated in Nigeria. The Company is licensed and regulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as a Finance Company to operate within the middle tier of the Nigerian financial system, playing complementary roles to banks in bridging financing and investing gaps. The Company focuses principally on providing financial intermediation services to Individuals, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and Corporate Institutions through creating Consumer Loans and Advances, LPO Financing, Project Financing, Export Financing, Equipment Leasing, Fixed Term Investments, Funds Management, Financial Consultancy and Business Advisory Services. The company is now seeking to recruit a Research & Advisory Analyst.

Reporting to the Head, Research and Business Advisory, you will be responsible for identifying, securing and executing deals in the areas of capital raising, project finance, and deal restructuring. You will also be responsible for carrying out research and preparing research reports across various sectors of the Nigerian and global economy.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the sourcing and execution of advisory deals. Prepare marketing pitchbooks and other related materials. Gather public information through numerous sources for both research and advisory purposes. Create financial models and provide due analysis of same. Generate models for valuation and other metrics as may be required. Draft marketing documents such as Confidential Information Memorandums for financing and/or sell-side assignments. Analyse performances of various sectors of the economy on an absolute and relative basis. Carry out market research and prepare reports based on various economic and other indices.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelorâs Degree in any field. 1-3 years working experience in the financial services industry, preferably but not necessarily in a capital market role. A good knowledge of Capital Markets and the ability to apply your skills creatively to diverse client needs. Sound judgment, particularly in valuation matters, with strong analytic skills; and the ability to talk through previous deals comprehensively when quizzed. A proven track record of facilitating and/or participating actively in capital raising deals. Experience in preparing financial models, and interpreting same. Strong ability to communicate (written and oral) effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Minimum of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).