HEAD, CORPORATE FINANCE AT A DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION COMPANY - TALENTLAB LIMITED

About Company:

TalentLab Limited - Our client is a strategic enabler of digital transformation, serving as the central provider of shared ICT infrastructure, applications, and services to institutions nationwide. Their core mandate includes building and operating a single, nationwide IP broadband network to deliver reliable, secure, and high-speed connectivity across government and public sector institutions.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Description:

• The ideal candidate is responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction for the organization’s corporate finance activities, ensuring alignment with business goals, stakeholder expectations, and risk appetite.
• This role oversees capital raising initiatives, investment structuring, financial planning, governance, and compliance, while also ensuring optimal financial performance of the company and its portfolio investments.

Responsibilities
Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Lead the Corporate Finance team and foster a high-performance culture focused on excellence, collaboration, and strategic impact.
• Serve as the primary liaison for financial stakeholders including investors, board members, regulators, and financial institutions.
• Support the executive management team with strategic financial insights and partnership on major business decisions.

Governance, Risk & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations, tax laws, and corporate governance requirements.
• Oversee risk management frameworks, identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial and operational risks.
• Lead internal and external audit processes for corporate finance functions.

Financial Modelling & Analysis:

• Design and review complex financial models for strategic planning, valuation, scenario analysis, and decision-making.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support business cases, investment appraisals, and growth initiatives.
• Provide detailed forecasts, sensitivity analysis, and return metrics to guide capital allocation decisions.

Investment & Deal Structuring:

• Lead all capital raising efforts including debt, equity, and alternative financing arrangements.
• Structure and negotiate co-investment arrangements, fund vehicles, and strategic partnerships.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and provide deal leadership from due diligence through to execution and integration.

Financial Strategy & Portfolio Oversight:

• Develop and execute the organization’s financial strategy aligned with fund objectives, investor return expectations, and risk profiles.
• Monitor and oversee the performance of investments and financial assets, providing strategic direction on value creation and exit planning.
• Optimize capital structure and ensure long-term financial sustainability of the organization and its portfolio

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 7 years progressive experience in corporate finance, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• MBA, FMBA, or other advanced degrees are an advantage, but not mandatory.
• Professional certification in Corporate Finance, Accounting, or Investment (e.g., CFA, ACA, ACCA) is highly desirable.
• Advanced financial modelling certification or training is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, capital structuring, and investment management.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent analytical and financial modelling capabilities
• Deep understanding of capital markets, financial instruments, and investment vehicles
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
• Strong ethical compass and commitment to corporate governance.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 04th August, 2025

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitments@talentlabltd.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Please do not apply if you do not currently reside in Abuja

Diversity, equity, and inclusion statement:

• Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.
• We uphold a strict non-discrimination policy, ensuring fair treatment of all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.