• Application Deadline:
• Position: Green Housing Senior Associate



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience 6 - 8 years



• Location Lagos




• City Victoria Island




• Job Field Administration / Secretarial  , Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Job Details

The Candidate will be providing support for the origination, structuring and execution housing infrastructure projects. This role requires a blend of financial acumen, analytical skills, industry knowledge, and project management capabilities. The critical responsibilities include: 

•  Lead the preparation of credit papers and presentations, terms sheets, information memorandum and other relevant documentation to support credit risk decision-making process. 


• Conduct thorough financial analysis, credit, and risk assessment, to evaluate the feasibility and attractiveness of potential investment opportunities. 


• Build and review financial models for the housing and real estate sector to determine the long-term credit quality of the project. 


• Lead project finance structuring of transactions in the green housing sector with clear understanding of risk mitigation and structuring elements. 


• Highlight any key risks or opportunities for improvements on the project based on site visits and documentation review and due diligence.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop the scope of work for due diligence workstreams and review due diligence reports on respective green housing projects comprising legal, technical, commercial, and environmental aspects. 


• Provide end-to-end transaction execution support including negotiating deal terms, coordinating legal documentation, and liaising with external advisors and stakeholders to ensure timely deal closure. 


• Engage in market research, stay informed about industry trends, regulatory developments, and market dynamics in the green housing sector to identify emerging opportunities and risks.


• Lead the origination and manage the growing pipeline of green housing infrastructure transactions as well as reviewing market needs while recommending improvements in transaction structuring.


• Co-ordinate the preparation of regular reports and updates for internal stakeholders, investors, and regulatory bodies, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and reporting standards. 


• Support new business pitches and product design with sound situation-based offerings. 


• Contribute to process improvements, knowledge sharing, within the green housing team to scale deal flow, enhance deal execution efficiency and effectiveness. 


• Any other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time during the engagement period.

Requirements

Candidates for the role should possess the following qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, engineering, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant professional qualification is an added advantage. 


• Minimum of six (6) to eight (8) years of credit, debt capital market, corporate finance, project finance, private equity, and mortgage or real estate. 


• Strong analytical skills and structuring know-how, good understanding of guarantee products, capital markets and financial instruments.


• Sound financial modelling skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools as well as other financial analysis tools.


• Proven analytical skills and systematic problem-solving skills, while paying attention to detail and a quantitative mindset. 


• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.


•  Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


• Sound understanding of real estate and housing industry, familiar with guidelines and regulations, processes and procedures as well as the project development processes will be an added advantage.


• Demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability, environmental stewardship, and social impact objectives. 


• Good grasp of the critical issues and constraints faced by key actors in the housing sector in Nigeria. 


• Acute attention to detail and a dedication to providing high-quality work outcomes.