Nigeria - Transactions Manager

Department:

West Market Area

Job type:

Experienced Hire

Closing date:

22-Nov-13

Location:

Lagos

Reference Number:

ADSP00048

The Company

PwC firms help organizations and individuals create the value they are looking for. We are a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 180,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in Assurance, Tax and Advisory services.


Purpose of the Job:

We are looking to recruit a Transactions Manager to lead and manage complex engagements to clients on corporate strategic acquisitions, divestitures & sell side advice, and delivering deal value

Roles & Responsibilities

Perform business development through active identification of leads, conversions of leads to expressions of interest, proposals and engagements
Managing Transactions projects of high complexity through projects plans, economics, monitoring and evaluating risks, budgets and delivery of projects per required standards
Perform rigorous reviews to scrutinize financial performance, operating dynamics, asset deployment and management issues to provide a range of options to clients.
Undertake financial due diligence, portfolio reviews, asset valuations and disposal options, identifying potential investors, facilitating sale negotiations and deal completion for clients.
Deliver restructuring solutions designed to build a platform for swift recovery and sustained future success. Assess revitalization options, develop a plan of action and mobilize resources for effective implementation.
Help underperforming client business plans and implement recovery strategies quickly and efficiently.
Managing client relationships through leading meetings/projects, providing advice as the subject matter expert
Manage, coach, develop and mentor direct reports
Participate in the firm's activities 

Requirements

Education:
First Degree in relevant field
MBA/MSc (with business/accounting/finance orientation) is an added advantage
CFA qualification is desirable


Job Experience:
Minimum of 5 years’ Transactions experience in consulting or relevant experience in a large/global or fast growing organization
Experience in building and maintaining strong relationships with senior level clients and key industry contacts
Expertise and aptitude conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses in constructing integrated financial models, analyzing financial underperformance and related services
Familiar with IFRS accounting principles and financial analysis methods.
Demonstrated knowledge of delivering the breadth and depth of the consulting services to clients in restructuring situations
Demonstrated leadership skills and experience leading projects and diverse teams
Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities


Job Knowledge Requirements:
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of one of the following industries – Financial Services, Government Agencies, Consumer products and Telecommunication, Energy and Mining, Oil and Gas
Working knowledge and understanding of compliance and risk review procedures, business processes and internal controls
 
Job Related Skills and Competencies:
Flexible approaches to meeting goals as team manager
Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and senior clients
A proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong relationships
A proactive approach to problem solving, delivering results and meet client expectations
Strong IT Skills
Excellent report writing skills
Project management skills – ability to manage across multiple and complex projects
Understand and live the PwC values
Demonstrable creativity and innovation abilities
Excellent presentation, communication and facilitation skills
Ability to adapt and respond to change
Adaptable to working and engaging with multiple cultures across the PwC network and across client environment 

Field 7

Shortlisting will begin immediately

Closing date: 20th October 2013

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