Job Description
Applications are invited from suitably qualified, motivated and experienced individuals to fill to the role of the Corporate Finance Specialist in a property development organization. As the organization continues to expand its development pipeline and strategic ambitions, there is an increasing need to strengthen the company’s capital raising and financial structuring capabilities. The role will focus on identifying and securing funding from banks, private equity investors, institutional partners, joint venture partners, and other alternative financing sources.
Duties and Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
a) Capital Raising and Fundraising Responsibilities
• Investor Identification and Engagement
✓ Identify and engage potential sources of capital including banks, private equity firms, institutional investors, development finance institutions, and high-net-worth investors.
✓ Maintain and update an investor database and track engagement progress.
• Fundraising Strategy Development
✓ Develop and implement fundraising strategies to support project pipeline and expansion plans.
✓ Structure funding arrangements including debt financing, equity participation, mezzanine funding, and joint venture partnerships.
b) Financial Modelling and Investment Analysis
• Project Financial Analysis
✓ Develop detailed financial models for property development projects to assess financial feasibility and profitability.
✓ Conduct investment analysis using key financial metrics such as Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Net Present Value (NPV), and Return on Investment (ROI).
✓ Evaluate project risks and prepare risk mitigation strategies.
• Investor Documentation and Presentations
✓ Support the preparation of business cases for new development opportunities.
c) Transaction Structuring and Due Diligence Responsibilities
• Transaction Structuring
✓ Structure funding transactions in collaboration with management, legal advisors, and financial institutions.
✓ Negotiate funding terms and conditions with lenders, investors, and partners.
✓ Assist in structuring joint venture agreements and investment partnerships.
• Due Diligence Coordination
✓ Coordinate the due diligence process for funding transactions.
d) Portfolio Funding and Financial Strategy
• Capital Structure Optimization
✓ Support management in developing strategies to optimize the company’s capital structure.
• Portfolio-Level Funding Planning
✓ Monitor the financial performance of funded projects and report to management.
e) Stakeholder Management and Collaboration
• Investor and Partner Relations
✓ Maintain ongoing communication with investors, lenders, and funding partners.
✓ Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project performance and capital deployment.
f) Reporting, Documentation, and Compliance
• Financial Reporting and Documentation
✓ Prepare periodic reports on fundraising progress, investor engagement, and capital deployment.
• Regulatory and Governance Compliance
✓ Ensure all fundraising activities comply with applicable financial regulations, corporate governance requirements, and internal policies.
g) Strategic and Administrative Support
• Strategic Financial Advisory
✓ Provide strategic financial insights to management regarding capital markets and investment opportunities.
• General Support
✓ Provide support to the Finance and Investments Department on strategic financial initiatives.
✓ Support internal reviews, audits, and management requests through the provision of accurate financial analysis and documentation.
Qualifications and Experience
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & EXPERIENCE
Educational Background
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree in finance, Business Administration, or related discipline will be an added advantage.
• Professional certifications such as CFA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent will be an advantage.
Experience
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in corporate finance, investment banking, private equity, or structured finance.
• Proven experience in capital raising, financial modelling, and investment analysis.
• Experience working with institutional investors, development finance institutions, or private equity firms.
• Strong understanding of property development finance and investment structures.
• Experience preparing investment memorandums, financial models, and investor presentations.
Personal Attributes
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• High levels of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to evaluate complex investment opportunities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic development environment.
How to Apply
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants can forward their detailed CV to propertydevelopmentjobs@gmail.com not later than 03 April 2026.
