Location: Lekki Phase 1
Reports To: Team Lead, Investment Banking
Employment Type: Full-time (Onsite)

Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Associate to join our Investment Banking team. This role is ideal for a candidate with strong deal execution experience gained either at an investment bank with a demonstrable transaction track record, or within the Transaction Advisory / Deal Advisory central role in executing live transactions, managing analyst teams, and acting as a key point of contact for clients on day-to-day deal matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day execution of M&A, capital raising, and advisory transactions, from origination support through to closing
• Build and review complex financial models, including DCF, LBO, merger models, and trading/transaction comparables
• Prepare and review pitch books, information memoranda, management presentations, and other client-facing deliverables
• Conduct industry, market, and company-specific research to support deal theses and client recommendations
• Coordinate due diligence processes, liaising with legal counsel, accountants, and other third-party advisors
• Manage and mentor Analysts and Junior Associates, reviewing their work product and supporting their technical development
• Act as a key liaison between clients, senior bankers, and deal counterparties, ensuring smooth transaction flow
• Support senior team members in client pitching, business development, and origination efforts
• Ensure all work is delivered to a high standard of accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality
  
  Candidate Requirements
  Experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience, gained in either:
  o An investment bank, with demonstrable involvement in completed transactions (M&A, ECM, DCM, or similar); or
  o The Transaction Advisory Services / Deal Advisory practice of a Big 4 and other reputable investment banking firms, with exposure to due diligence, valuations, or M&A support engagements
• Prior experience working on live, completed deal mandates is essential; candidates should be able to speak to specific transaction involvement during interview
  
  Technical Skills
• Strong financial modelling skills (DCF, LBO, merger consequences, accretion/dilution)
• Solid understanding of valuation methodologies and corporate finance principles
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint,
• Strong grasp of financial statements, accounting concepts, and deal structuring
  
  Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s degree an advantage)
• Professional qualifications such as CFA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent are an advantage
  
  Attributes
• High attention to detail and strong analytical rigor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams under tight deadlines
• Strong client-facing presence and professional maturity
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
• Team-oriented, with proven ability to supervise and develop junior staff
  
  What We Offer
• Competitive compensation, including performance-based bonus
• Direct exposure to senior deal-makers and high-profile transactions
• Clear pathway for progression
• A collaborative, meritocratic team culture