Senior Associate, Conakry, Guinea

Job Description

CrossBoundary Advisory, part of CrossBoundary Group, is a leading investment advisor focused on unlocking private capital in underserved markets. We have advised US$12+ billion of closed transactions across agriculture, health, education, manufacturing, ICT, infrastructure, and clean power. Our clients include governments, development of finance institutions, foundations, private equity firms, corporates, and research institutions. With 180+ professionals in 20+ offices across Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East & North Africa, Asia-Pacific, Eastern Europe, and Latin America & the Caribbean, we combine local presence with global expertise to structure bankable transactions and scalable programs. Learn more at www.crossboundary.com/advisory

About the Role

CrossBoundary is recruiting a Senior Associate to join the Advisory team. We are seeking candidates with extensive experience living and working in Guinea, with strong contacts across the region's financial services sector, and a thorough understanding of the investment landscape.

Responsibilities

• Drive day to day project execution on workstreams including:
• Identifying and evaluating investment opportunities
• Conducting sector or geographic landscape assessments
• Identifying and engaging with qualified regional and international investors
• Support the firm's business development efforts in Guinea by:
• Performing market assessments and identify key potential clients and partners within regional markets
• Developing strategies for using CrossBoundary services to drive value for these potential clients
• Working closely with CrossBoundary leadership on developing partnerships and pursuing new business opportunities in regional markets
• Support on transaction advisory engagements by:
• Supporting or often leading complex commercial due diligence assignments
• Performing market research and developing client-facing recommendations
• Providing value-creation recommendations for post investment strategy
• Advising on the structuring and deploying of blended finance vehicles

Requirements

• Self-starter who is passionate about creating lasting change in underserved markets
• Takes on new types of work, even without prior experience/direct supervision
• Willingness to work, travel, and live in a sometimes-challenging environment
• High tolerance for ambiguity and an ability to operate effectively in a changing context
• Build strong relationships with clients and colleagues in stressful environments
• Excellent presentation skills; ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• At least 4 years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, private equity or similar

How to Apply

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