Senior Associate Private Equity (Nigeria) at Leap29

Our client is a leading Private Equity firm that invests in multiple locations around the world. They are keen to find a Senior Associate specialising in Private Equity Transactions in Nigeria. As Senior Associate candidates will play a key role in the origination, structuring and execution of deals in Nigeria and across the African continent. Candidates are expected to have solid deal experience in Nigeria-focused Infrastructure and TMT investments, although generalists with this coverage will be considered. The role will be based out of Lagos

Core Responsibilities:

- Supporting team of experienced Investment Directors - Where required liaison / mediator with local clients. - Sourcing and Evaluation of Deal Opportunities. - Play a lead role throughout investment process. - Significant expertise in Financial Modeling, Due Diligence, Valuation and Investment Research required,

Key Requirements:

- 4-6 years of experience in (buy side) Private Equity. - Bachelor's/Masters in Finance/ Economics related discipline. - At least 2 years at a Bulge Bracket/ Tier 1 Private Equity Firm. - CFA Charter Holder (preferred). - Broad transaction exposure- TMT/Infra preferred. - Native fluency in English

This is an excellent opportunity to become a part of one of the world's more prominent Private Equity/ Principal Investment firms. The role offers candidates the opportunity to be involved in a multitude of deals in Nigeria and across Africa. Candidates will be required to be located out of Lagos, Nigeria for this opportunity. To apply please send an MSWord copy of your CV to Alex Coyne at Leap29 via the relevant website channels. Due to a large number of applicants only suitable applicants will be selected for candidacy.

Send Cv to acoyne@leap29.com