Head, Corporate Finance and Investor Relations

Head, Corporate Finance and Investor Relations

We are seeking a seasoned corporate finance professional to build and lead the Corporate Finance and Investor Relations function from the ground up. This role involves capital raising, financial planning, deal appraisal, and investor relations.

Responsibilities

• Capital raising & execution: structure and close fundraising across project finance, SPV equity, joint ventures, receivables financing, non-interest facilities and, in time, commercial paper and bonds
• Financial planning & analysis: own the Group budget, rolling reforecast, monthly management pack and the Group financial model
• Deal appraisal & capital allocation: write the Group's investment policy and appraise every project before commitment
• Investor relations & ratings: build the investor data room, own the equity story, and lead the Group through to a first corporate credit rating

Requirements

• A degree in finance, economics, accounting, engineering or a related field
• A professional qualification (CFA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• 12-15 years post-qualification experience, with a track record of closing transactions
• Experience across corporate finance, FP&A, and investor/lender relations
• Real estate, infrastructure or project finance underwriting experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with the Nigerian funding market — banks, non-bank lenders, DFIs, SEC and FMDQ processes
• Exposure to a rating process, commercial paper programme or bond issuance is a strong advantage

How to Apply Send your CV to: salami.folarin@paltonmorgan.com