Job Summary
The Senior Manager, Advisory & Capital Markets (ACMA) will be responsible for driving the origination, evaluation, and execution of financial advisory and capital market mandates. The role involves leading investment banking transactions, structuring corporate finance solutions, and providing strategic advisory services to African governments, financial institutions, and corporates.
The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in investment banking, capital markets, debt and equity financing, and financial advisory, with experience in structuring transactions, corporate valuations, and capital raising initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Advisory & Capital Markets Transactions
- Lead the origination, structuring, and execution of financial advisory and capital markets transactions, including:
- Debt capital markets (DCM) transactions
- Equity capital markets (ECM) transactions
- Corporate restructuring and M&A advisory
- Sovereign and sub-sovereign bond issuances
- Project financing and syndicated loans
- Structure customized financial solutions to meet client investment needs, including IPOs, private placements, and secondary market offerings.
- Manage market positioning, transaction roadshows, and institutional investor engagement.
Business Development & Client Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with African governments, financial institutions, corporate clients, and capital market investors to support investment banking opportunities.
- Identify new business leads and expand the pipeline of capital markets transactions across Afreximbank’s trade and investment mandate.
- Market debt and equity product offerings to corporates, financial institutions, and government clients.
- Collaborate with Relationship Managers and internal teams to structure transactions and execute deals.
Transaction Execution & Deal Structuring
- Oversee deal structuring, term sheet negotiation, due diligence, and documentation.
- Manage underwriters, rating agencies, legal counsel, accountants, regulators, and trustees.
- Lead and participate in negotiations with clients, investors, and regulatory authorities to close capital market transactions.
- Ensure compliance with market regulations, risk management frameworks, and investor requirements.
- Provide technical input on trade finance solutions, export development strategies, and commodity financing.
Market Intelligence & Risk Management
- Monitor capital markets trends, macroeconomic factors, and regulatory changes impacting investment flows in Africa.
- Provide insights on sovereign and corporate credit markets, investor appetite, and capital raising opportunities.
- Support credit and underwriting risk management strategies by evaluating transaction risks and structuring appropriate mitigants.
- Maintain a deep understanding of market drivers and investment opportunities across African capital markets.
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure adherence to Afreximbank’s AML, Regulatory, and Conduct Compliance policies, including:
- Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Counter-Terrorism Financing
- Conflicts of Interest Policies
- Anti-Bribery & Corruption Guidelines
- Insider Trading & Market Conduct Rules
- Report any suspicious or non-compliant activities to the Compliance Department.
- Complete the Annual Compliance Training & Assessment.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
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Education:
- Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized university.
- A CFA, ACA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification is a strong advantage.
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Experience:
- Minimum 10 years of experience in financial advisory, investment banking, or capital markets transactions.
- Proven track record in debt and equity capital markets, structured finance, or private equity.
- Experience in credit structuring, corporate finance, and M&A transactions.
- Previous experience in sovereign or corporate bond issuances, private placements, or structured trade finance solutions.
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Technical Skills & Knowledge:
- Advanced expertise in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and risk assessment.
- Proficiency in capital markets deal structuring, transaction execution, and investor relations.
- Strong understanding of African financial markets, economic trends, and investment flows.
- Ability to structure complex financing solutions tailored to African economies.
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Soft Skills:
- Fluency in English is required (French, Arabic, or Portuguese is an advantage).
- Strong leadership, negotiation, and strategic advisory skills.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and client relationship management abilities.
- High attention to detail, professionalism, and ability to work in a fast-paced financial environment.
- Willingness to travel extensively to engage with clients, investors, and capital market stakeholders.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit their CVs to Afreximbank@robertwalters.com with the job title “Senior Manager, Advisory & Capital Markets” clearly stated in the email subject line for proper consideration.