Investment Officer (Senior Associate) at iRecruiters Africa Limited

About the job

• Our client is a leading Investment Management Group in Africa with business focus in Private Equity and Asset Management.
• The Company seek individuals who embody its core values, work well in a highly entrepreneurial organization, are self-starters, detail oriented, and possess strong people, organizational and analytical skills.
• The Investment Officer will be involved in providing leadership across all aspects of the investment process. She/ He works with other senior members of the firm to prepare the deals for the investment committee and effectively liaises with key stakeholders.

Desired Requirements

• Preferred Graduate Degree In Business Or Finance.
• 8+ years of relevant experience including at least 3 years’ experience from a reputable private equity firm with an existing track record.
• Solid track record in deal origination, structuring, due diligence, risk analysis, portfolio management and exits.
• Has successfully played a key role in raising and managing multi-million-dollar PE funds.
• Implemented rigorous due diligence processes and risk assessment frameworks to ensure investment viability and minimize potential downside risks.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and leading teams.
• Sound judgment, particularly in valuation matters, with strong analytical skills and the ability to talk through previous deals comprehensively.
• Comfortable leading initiatives as well as working well in a collaborative team environment.
• High degree of integrity and personal and professional ethics
• Desire to work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial organization.
• Proficiency in French is highly desired.
• Expat and locals with cognate experience working in Africa francophone countries are encouraged to Apply! 

Benefits

• Highly Competitive + Interesting Benefits.

Reporting to: Principal & Partner

Compensation: Highly Competitive + Interesting Benefits.