Investment Banking Manager at Nomba (Formerly Kudi)

• We are looking for an Investment Banking Manager to build and manage the Investment Banking arm or deal structuring unit; originate and close transactions (equity, debt, advisory), manage institutional/high net worth capital flows; create investment products; and enhance the company’s presence in capital markets; also contribute to AUM growth via investment mandates.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute investment banking/capital markets strategy: advisory, underwriting, capital raising, structuring mergers & acquisitions (M&A), IPOs, bond issuance etc.
• Identify large institutional investors, private equity, mutual funds, and HNI clients; build networks to attract investment mandates.
• Mobilize large deposits from Big Segments viz: Shipping, Construction, Car dealers, Real Estate, Oil & Gas, Agriculture, etc.
• Structure financial transactions, do valuation, due diligence, negotiate terms, and manage legal & regulatory processes.
• Work with product/structuring teams to build investment products or funds that can accept external capital.
• Support corporate banking when clients need investment/fundraising services; drive synergies.
• Ensure compliance with capital markets regulations, securities commission, and overseas regulatory exposure if applicable.
• Drive revenue via advisory fees, underwriting fees, fund management fees, etc.
• Build and mentor a team: analysts, associates, legal/advisory specialists, structuring and risk analysts.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

KPI

Target

• Number & Value of Deals Closed
• Close x Nos. large capital raising or M&A deals totalling say ₦40-50B value in the first year
• Funds / Assets Under Management
• If launching funds or products, target e.g. ₦10-20B in AUM in the first year
• Investor Relationships Developed
• Onboard a number of institutional or HNI investors; number and value of investment mandates

Skills & Experience

• 5-8+ years in investment banking, corporate finance, deal structuring, or advisory.
• Experience in structuring large equity or debt instruments, M&A, and IPOs is highly valuable.
• Strong financial modelling, valuation, due diligence, legal/contract skills.
• Network with institutional investors, private equity, funds, and securities regulators.
• Good understanding of capital markets regulations in Nigeria.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Leadership: leading deal teams, driving strategy, building products.