Job offer: Analyst

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

* 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.

* 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