Investment Professional (Vice President) at UAC of Nigeria Plc

UAC of Nigeria Plc is a leading investment holding company with a diverse portfolio across agribusiness, packaged foods, beverages, quick-service restaurants, real estate, paints, coatings, and logistics. With consolidated revenues of approximately $150 million, UAC aims to deliver long-term, risk-adjusted returns through strategic investments and growth in Nigeria's most promising sectors.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Investment Professional (Vice President)

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time (Hybrid)

Role Description

• The Investment Professional will play a senior role within the Investment Team, focusing on deal origination, overseeing financial analysis, and supporting portfolio management.
• This individual will drive the evaluation of new investments, lead due diligence and deal execution, and support portfolio companies in enhancing performance and growth.
• Will also supervise junior team members, ensuring high standards of work across all deliverables.

Key Responsibilities
Deal Origination and Execution:

• Identify and assess high-potential investment opportunities
• Lead the preparation and review of financial models, valuation analyses, and investment memos for new opportunitiess
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management, supporting strategic investment decision
• Mentor junior team members in transaction support, ensuring quality and accuracy

Strategic Development and Leadership:

• Contribute to strategic planning and guide portfolio company growth initiatives
• Participate in strategy development for UAC and portfolio companies, supporting management teams with growth and operational improvement initiatives
• Support in annual strategy review sessions with portfolio companies

Operational and Financial Reporting:

• Ensure accuracy and reliability in financial and operational reporting for decision-making
• Establish a performance dashboard for monitoring key portfolio met
• Working with Finance, improve financial and operational reporting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Portfolio Management:

• Drive sustainable growth and improve financial health across portfolio companies
• Analyze competitive positioning, collaborate with management and provide insights on performance improvements
• Maintain up-to-date investment models, monitor key metrics, and report on portfolio performance
• Coordinate monthly performance reviews for each portfolio company and track progress on key initiatives

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field. MBA or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) preferred.
• Experience: 6-9 years in private equity, investment banking, and financial advisory with expertise in deal origination, transaction execution, and portfolio management
• Results-driven and Initiative-Oriented: High energy and self-motivated, with a proactive approach to identifying and executing growth opportunities.
• Communication and Relationship Building: Strong verbal and written communication skills to articulate complex ideas, influence stakeholders, and maintain professional relationships.
• Project and Time Management: Exceptional time management skills, with a track record of managing multiple priorities efficiently.
• Strategic Thinking and Analytical Excellence: Ability to connect market insights with strategic planning; advanced skills in financial modelling, valuation, and analysis.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop junior team members, promoting a high-performance culture.

How to Apply
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