Head of Investment Banking at Rose Avenue Group

Head of Investment Banking at Rose Avenue Group | Iko Kazi

Job Responsibilities

Business Development and Deal Origination

Conduct business development activities to identify, source, and introduce potential clients for M&A and capital raising assignments.
Identify potential buyers and investors that might be interested in a client's business, and participate in contacting these entities on the client's behalf.
Develop a network of contacts in relevant fields to help the Firm find new clients and expand relationships with potential investors.

Advisory and Transaction Execution

Advise private equity and corporate clients on growth capital, recapitalizations, restructurings, leveraged buyouts, and acquisitions.
Advise private equity and corporate clients on structuring and arranging financing for acquisitions, growth capital, recapitalizations, restructurings, and leveraged buyouts.

Private Debt and Equity Placement

General Corporate Financial Advisory

Provide broad-based corporate financial advisory services to clients across sectors.

Other Requirements

Academic Qualifications and Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Accounting, or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
A relevant postgraduate qualification such as an MBA or Master's degree in Finance/Economics (or equivalent) is highly desirable.
Relevant professional qualifications such as CFA, CPA/ACCA, or other recognized investment banking/capital markets qualifications will be an advantage.

Experience Requirements

At least 10 years of professional experience in investment banking, within an investment banking or fund management environment, or a strategy consulting firm.
At least 5 years' experience in a senior leadership position with significant commercial and/or P&L responsibility.
Proven track record of originating, structuring, negotiating, and closing significant transactions — particularly equity or debt investments, M&A, transactions involving private equity funds, and joint venture arrangements.
Ability to source and contact potential clients, with the ability to build (or utilize an existing) extensive network of potential clients and referrals.

Key Technical Skills

M&A and Capital Raising Advisory
Deal Origination and Client Introduction
Structuring and Arranging Financing for Acquisitions, Growth Capital, Recapitalization, Restructuring, and Leveraged Buyouts
Private Debt and Equity Placement Platform Management
Exceptional Analytical and Quantitative Skills
Solid Research Skills

Leadership Competencies

Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to succeed
Initiative — a self-starter able to work independently with drive and motivation
Commercial outlook — desire to generate revenue in cooperation with other entities of the Bank
Leadership — ability to lead and work well in a team environment and/or independently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build and utilize an extensive network of potential clients and referrals
Supervisory and mentoring skills
Highest standards of personal conduct, professional performance, and business ethics