Investment Manager at CareerBuddy Technologies Limited

CareerBuddy Technologies Limited - A company in women’s wellness and skincare start-up, born in a global incubator, boasting of rapid traction and a community of nearly 200K women worldwide. We make science- backed, focus group tested products putting melanated skin at the center of our R&D.
We sell our products online (D2C) and offline (through top retail chains) and have established a top position in our core markets, Kenya & Nigeria. The company leverages tech, content, and community to drive disruptive growth. Our brand is pioneering, client-led, communal, wise, and approachable. The company culture is goal-driven, self-improvement-oriented, collaborative, compassionate, and hard-working.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Investment Manager

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are seeking a highly skilled Investment Manager to lead our efforts in sourcing and securing investments to drive our real estate and development projects.
• The Investment Manager will be key in attracting financial partners to fund key initiatives, such as title sponsorships for landed properties and investments in construction and development projects.
• The ideal candidate has experience in investment management, strong networking skills, and a track record of successful fundraising in the real estate, finance, or construction industries.

Responsibilities
Investment Sourcing and Relationship Management:

• Identify and Manage relationships with potential investors, venture capitalists, HNIs and financial institutions.
• Manage and Maintain a network of investors interested in real estate and land development projects.

Fundraising for Strategic Projects:

• Lead efforts to secure title sponsorship investments for properties and attract funding for construction and development projects.

Proposal Development and Investor Pitching:

• Prepare compelling investment proposals, financial models, and presentations tailored to each project, ensuring investors understand the potential returns and strategic benefits.
• Conduct presentations and pitch sessions to communicate project values and financial projections.

Investment Strategy and Market Research:

• Conduct ongoing market research to identify trends and opportunities that align with the company’s objectives.
• Develop a clear investment strategy focused on securing sustainable funding sources.

Due Diligence and Contract Negotiation:

• Perform due diligence on potential investors and ensure alignment with company goals.
• Negotiate investment terms, structuring deals that support project funding requirements and align with the company’s long-term strategy.

Portfolio and Relationship Management:

• Manage relationships with current investors, providing regular updates on project progress and fostering future investment opportunities.

Collaboration with Development Teams:

• Work closely with the development and project teams to align on funding timelines, project milestones, and deliverables, ensuring financial resources are secured as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Real Estate, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA, CFA) is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in investment management, real estate finance, or fundraising, ideally with a focus on construction or property development.
• Proven success in securing investments for large-scale projects, with a strong network of industry contacts.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to develop detailed investment proposals, financial models, and presentations.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial analysis and due diligence.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively.
• Has an already existent portfolio for Investors, HNIs, etc.

Salary
N500,000 - N1,000,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
4th November, 2024.