The Investment Specialist - Direct Investment, will play a pivotal role within our team, focusing on analyzing and optimizing investment opportunities to achieve superior financial returns. This junior position requires an individual who demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of direct investment methodologies, coupled with robust financial analytical skills. The successful candidate will utilize techniques such as discounted cash flow analysis and conduct thorough financial due diligence for M&A and transactions. Further, the incumbent will need a proactive approach to project finance, cultivating a capacity to identify and mitigate financial risks while maximizing investment growth potential.
Job Requirements
- A minimum of a bachelor's degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
- At least 2 years of professional experience in direct investment analysis or financial advisory roles
- Performing discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis with a sound understanding
- Working knowledge of project finance principles, including risk assessment and mitigation strategies
- Proficient in financial modeling and forecasting techniques, particularly in the context of investment.
- Advanced skills in financial analysis tools and software, including Excel and investment analysis platforms.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking capabilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information effectively
Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough analysis of potential direct investment opportunities, utilizing robust financial models to support decision-making.
- Perform discounted cash flow analyses to derive valuations of prospective investments, ensuring accurate and methodical financial assessments.
- Execute detailed financial due diligences
- Prepare financial reports and presentations that communicate insights and recommendations regarding investment opportunities to senior management.
- Monitor and evaluate ongoing investment performance, applying learned insights to refine future investment strategies.
- Engage with stakeholders to gather market intelligence and ensure a comprehensive understanding of investment landscape dynamics.
- Assist in developing and maintaining investment risk profiles, identifying potential risks associated with projects and investments, and proposing mitigation strategies.
- Stay updated with industry trends and regulatory changes that may impact investment strategies and financial decision making processes.
Required Skills:
- Deep understanding of financial analysis and investment principles, particularly in the realms of direct investment.
- Proficiency in financial modeling and budget forecasting, with the ability to construct complex financial models.
- Strong knowledge of discounted cash flow and valuation techniques, including sensitivity and scenario analysis.
- Comprehensive experience in conducting financial due diligence, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and best practice standards.
- Familiarity with project finance and the ability to assess and manage associated risks effectively.
- Exceptional analytical skills, enabling the identification of financial variances and trends for data-driven decision-making.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, demonstrating the ability to prioritize tasks ina fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills, fostering communication and collaboration across teams and with external stakeholders.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis software required to undertake comprehensive analysis tasks.
- Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and leverage new data to inform investment strategies.
