Our client, a multi-disciplinary advisory firm with a wealth of experience in the Nigerian infrastructure space is seeking an experienced Finance and investment research analyst to support their finance and investment decision-making process through deep financial analysis, market research, and valuation work.
The analyst will evaluate investment opportunities, monitor financial markets, and produce high-quality reports and insights to support portfolio strategies
Responsibilities
Finance Analysis
- Develop financial models to evaluate ROI, capital investment, and resource allocation.
- Prepare management reports, presentation decks, and financial summaries.
- Conduct detailed financial and variation analysis.
- Evaluate financial data, interrogate models, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to determine financial health and project future performance.
- Identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving initiatives across all business units.
Research and Data Collection
- Market Research: Conduct comprehensive market research to understand industry trends, market dynamics, competitive landscapes, and consumer behaviors.
- Primary and Secondary Research: Utilize various research methodologies including surveys, interviews, focus groups, and secondary data sources (reports, databases, etc.).
- Data Gathering: Collect data from diverse sources such as industry reports, financial statements, and proprietary databases.
- Monitor global economic indicators, market trends, and capital markets development.
- Prepare research reports, earnings analyses, investment memorandums, and sector outlook.
Investment Research
- Evaluate public and private market investment opportunities across sectors.
- Develop Investment memos, industry briefs, and pitch materials.
- Track portfolio performance and assist in risk/return analysis.
Collaboration and communication
- Participate in calls with management, investor meetings, industry events, and due diligence processes.
- Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and satisfaction.
- Work closely with consultants, project managers, and other analysts to deliver comprehensive solutions to clients.
- Ensure the timely and accurate distribution of research work to both internal and external stakeholders.
Strategic Support
- Assist in the formulation of investment strategies based on qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Assist in formulating strategic plans, business models, and go-to-market strategies.
- Provide insights and analysis to support clients\' strategic decision-making and business planning.
- Support long-range planning, financial forecasting, and scenario modeling.
- Translate data into actionable insights and recommendations.
Must have skills
- Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
- Proficiency in data analysis, business, and presentation software.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Exposure to private equity, infrastructure finance, or development finance
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, and other related fields.
- 3-5 years of experience in corporate finance, investment research and banking, equity analysis, and other related fields.
- Advanced Degree (preferred): CFA 1, MBA or Master’s in a relevant discipline.
- Knowledge of macroeconomic frameworks and how they relate to pricing and risk.
- Knowledge of budgeting and planning tools.
- Industry knowledge: Experience covering African or Emerging markets.