Analyst

Job description / Role

The Analyst is involved in all aspects of the investment management activities of funds under management, including fundraising, deal sourcing, capital structuring, investment execution, portfolio management and investment exit. As dedicated member of the team, the Analyst is also responsible for actively supporting fundraising activities on an ongoing basis, and will work closely with senior officers on a variety of projects.

Client Details
The client is a PE fund in Qatar which has access to capital and is targeted on the underserviced African continent

Description

* Develop and master detailed financial models through forecasting in order to carry out company valuations via discounted cash flow method;
* Help acquire information on potential investments and the competitive landscape to ensure appropriate valuations and make financially sound investment decisions;
* Keep abreast of evolving market and industry trends especially concerning assigned regions and market players and update in-house databases to promote team's impact, to contribute to deal sourcing activities and efforts to establish relevant strategic partnerships;
* Participate in due diligence efforts, including reviewing legal documents, conducting ESG and risk assessments, financial analysis and supporting on compliance workstreams while identifying key risks and opportunities;
* Gather market data to analyze trends and help value companies and price transactions;
* Perform preliminary analysis of potential jurisdiction(s) for setting up investment vehicles (tax implications and investment protection aspects must be considered);
* Support in the drafting of presentations and memoranda to the Investment Committee (IC), investors, strategic partners, and other stakeholders (e.g., financial institutions, insurance providers, etc.);
* Attend team discussions and investor meetings, with necessary support on required preparatory works, including briefing senior members of the team on key discussion items;
* Attend meetings and taking minutes to share with colleagues and track open action items to help deliver a culture of execution;
* Provide analytical support and insight to more senior members and act as the liaison for the team and other verticals of the company;
* Participate in mandatory trainings and understand the company's internal policies;
* Support fundraising efforts and investor relations activities;
* Assess and analyze the profile, status, performance, and results of investors and partners, under the supervision of senior officers;
* Assist in building relationships with existing and potential LPs and co-investors;
* Keep abreast of evolving fundraising trends especially concerning assigned regions and investors and update in-house databases to promote team's impact;
* Perform additional responsibilities as requested.

Job Offer

* Opportunity to be a part of a unique growth team
* Excellent exposure

* Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant post-undergraduate experience and track record in private equity and/or investment banking.
* MSc in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or a similar discipline
* Financial Acumen: strong analytical skills, high intellectual curiosity, and entrepreneurial mindset
* Knowledge in Microsoft Office applications, proficient in Microsoft Excel (e.g. pivot tables, complex formulas)
* Excellent command of English both written and spoken. French would be a Plus.
* Strong oral and written communication skills
* Great attention to detail
* Team player/ Collaborative
* Capacity to adapt in international environment
* Ethical judgment and integrity

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

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The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.