Deputy Associate, Risk Management & Deal Analysis

Job Summary

The Risk Management & Deal Analysis Deputy Associate plays a critical role in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks across the firm’s investment portfolio. This role involves implementing a risk-based, data-driven approach to assess enterprise-wide risks, monitor compliance with regulatory frameworks, and support decision-making in Africa Plus Partners and Africa Infra Plus Funds. The officer will work closely with investment teams to ensure that risks—ranging from market, credit, operational, and regulatory risks—are proactively identified, measured, and managed. This role is also responsible for evaluating and structuring investment opportunities to optimize portfolio returns. It involves conducting financial modeling, due diligence, market research, and risk analysis to assess the viability of new and existing investments.

Job Details

Risk Management

Conduct investment risk analysis across multiple asset classes (equities, fixed income, alternatives, etc.), assessing market risk, credit risk, liquidity risk, and counterparty risk among others.
Perform quantitative risk modeling using VaR, stress testing, scenario analysis, and other statistical methods to measure portfolio risks.
Monitor portfolio exposures in real time, tracking concentration risks, sector/geographical allocations, leverage, and correlation analysis.
Implement and enforce risk limits, ensuring alignment with risk appetite and investment objectives.
Analyze performance attribution to understand risk-adjusted returns and the impact of portfolio decisions on overall fund performance.
Assess and manage operational risks related to trade execution, custody, valuation models, fund governance, and operational inefficiencies.
Develop and implement business continuity plans (BCP) and disaster recovery strategies to mitigate systemic risks.
Conduct periodic risk reviews of investment policies, procedures, and risk frameworks to ensure alignment with industry standards.
Develop risk dashboards and automated monitoring tools for real-time tracking of risk metrics. Generate risk reports tailored to different audiences (risk committees, investment committees, portfolio managers, regulators, etc.).
Partner with deal originations, asset operations, and compliance teams to integrate risk analysis into decision-making processes.
Ensure compliance with global regulatory frameworks (SEC, PENCOM, etc.) and industry best practices.
Conduct due diligence and risk assessments on fund structures, investment vehicles, and counterparties.
Identify, monitor, and escalate potential conflicts of interest related to fund operations and portfolio management.
Review risk disclosures, investor reporting, and compliance with fund mandates. Stay updated on macroeconomic trends, geopolitical risks, and market developments that could impact portfolio performance.
Conduct scenario planning for tail risks, and economic downturns.
Collaborate with research and deal origination teams to assess new investment opportunities from a risk-adjusted perspective.

Deal Analysis

Conduct financial modeling and valuation analysis (DCF, IRR, LBO, comparable company analysis) to assess investment opportunities.
Evaluate potential deals by analyzing market trends, competitor benchmarks, and investment risk-return tradeoffs.
Prepare deal summaries for Investment memorandum.
Review and screen opportunities to ensure alignment with the fund’s investment strategy, policy framework, and return expectations.
Analyze fund flows, capital allocation strategies, and sector-specific investment trends.
Support deal negotiation and structuring, including capital optimization, financing arrangements, co-investment structures, and exit planning.
Work with deal originations and asset operations to ensure smooth transaction execution.
Develop models for scenario analysis, sensitivity testing, and stress testing to measure downside risks.
Track and monitor fund investments, analyzing key financial and operational performance indicators.
Support the calculation of NAV (Net Asset Value), fund cash flow projections, and investor return profiles.
in managing liquidity, leverage, and hedging strategies for the fund.
Ensure compliance with fund governance policies, reporting requirements, and risk management frameworks.
Develop automation tools, dashboards, and investment monitoring reports to enhance decision-making.
Optimize data management processes for deal flow tracking and portfolio monitoring.

Requirements

Required:

Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field
4-5 years of experience in reputable consulting firms (e.g., Big 4), commercial banking, investment banking, or similar structured corporate environments.
Associate Member of a relevant professional body (ICAN, ACCA, CIS, FRM, CRM, etc.)
A solid proficiency in financial modeling is required, with the ability to build, interpret, and present complex financial models to support strategic decision-making.

About Company

Africa Plus Partners Nigeria Limited

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<p>Africa Plus Partners seeks to deliver superior risk-adjusted rewards whilst capturing the African growth potential in infrastructure. We are currently advising projects, investing capital and raising a dedicated Nigerian infrastructure fund for accelerating our plans.</p>