Head, Investment Banking

Our client is an Africa‑focused investment banking firm with significant financial and technical expertise.

Job Summary

Our client seeks a highly skilled and entrepreneurial Senior Investment Banker to lead the development and growth of their investment banking division. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with the CEO and lead with transformative impact. The role is responsible for driving growth, ensuring operational excellence, managing key client relationships, and providing high-level leadership to teams across advisory, capital markets, fund management, mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, and other financial consulting services.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Raising – Raise capital through issuance of securities (debt or equity) and strategic financial transactions, from pitch to close. Transaction Origination & Execution – Lead the Company’s investment banking division in end-to-end transaction origination and execution. Leverage on existing and potential networks to source, negotiate and close new mandates.

Identify and pursue new markets, service offerings, as well as strategic partnerships. M & A Advisory – Lead Mergers & Acquisitions advisory, private placements and capital raising, from valuation, modeling and structuring deals, to regulatory compliance (where required). Strategic Planning – Participate in the formulation of short- and long-term group strategy for the investment banking division; set up correspondent goals and progress plans, as well as implement solutions to issues.

Strategic Advisory – Provide strategic leadership, oversight, advice and cost-effective business strategies to the Chief Executive and the Board. Strategic Leadership – Provide leadership, mentorship and guidance to senior management and advisory teams. Foster a culture of performance, innovation and accountability. Stakeholder Management – Work cross-functionally to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including executive management, shareholders, compliance, legal counsels, financial advisors, and potential acquisition targets.

Team Leadership – Provide transformational and effective leadership to all employees within the company, with a strong focus in achieving outstanding performance across board. Train and mentor a team of investment banking professionals, including analysts and associates to ensure high performance and adherence to Company procedures.

Client & Stakeholder Relations – Act as the primary contact for high-profile clients, investors, and financial institutions. Understand their evolving financial needs, pitch services, and represent the Company at industry events and meetings. Corporate Governance & Compliance – Drive implementation and compliance to applicable laws, regulations and internal policies.

Support the Board and Executive Management in governance, risk, and compliance initiatives as a decision-maker, in line with delegated authority Requirements Minimum of 15+ years of professional experience in an investment bank, private equity firm, commercial bank or investment banking boutique. In-depth understanding of corporate finance, investment banking, private equity/venture capital, corporate finance, the capital market, fund management, wealth management and regulatory frameworks.

A proven and demonstrable track record of leadership, financial management expertise, driving success, maintaining profitability, securing investments and making data-driven decisions. Quantitative and analytical skills to perform complex financial modeling An MBA, MSc or relevant Master’s degree, a plus. A recognized professional financial certification (e.

g. ACA, CFA, CIBN, CISI, etc.) is an advantage Familiarity with all business functions: Finance, IT, Deals Advisory, Fund Management, etc. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a personable approach and credibility