Description

Leading Investment bank with an exceptional EM franchise is seeking to expand its African capabilities with the addition of an experienced

DCM officer to its team, to support the origination and execution of new business.

Relationships within Sub-Saharan and South African markets are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead origination of Debt Capital Markets transactions across Sub Saharan and South Africa
• Structure and execute new fixed income issues and provide post- issuance trading & advisory support
• Originate new client base (sovereigns, banks, corporates municipals), and leverage off the bank's existing client base (across all activities of the

bank)

• Create relationships with Governments, Corporates, Parastatals, Municipals, Supranationals in the region
• Interact with international and local investors, co-deal managers and rating agencies, lead road shows & other marketing campaigns
• Develop and win mandates, structure and promote them to Management Board, Credit committee, Risk Management Committee,

Domestic and International Sales desks and other functional units within Bank

• Structured and secure bridge lending, underwriting and other pre-funding arrangements for public deals

Requirements

• The ideal candidate may have 6+ years experience gained at a blue chip or top ranked local investment

bank

• Debt Capital Markets transactions experience, including Straight Bonds, Investment Grade Bonds, High

Yield Bonds, Hybrid Capital, Securitisation

• Experience in private placements, credit linked and loan participation notes, commercial paper, bank

capital and structured products origination and structuring

• Strong relationships across Sub-Saharan and South African markets
• Strong work ethic and commitment to delivering results under pressure and to deadlines
• An excellent team player with developed marketing skills