Job Description
KCB Investment Bank is looking for an experienced and results-driven Senior Manager, Advisory to join its growing advisory team. This opportunity is suited to a strategic finance professional with strong expertise in debt capital markets, syndicated financing, structured products, project finance, financial modelling, and transaction execution. The role will play a key part in driving the growth of the advisory business through the delivery of innovative financing solutions and successful execution of complex transactions across multiple sectors.
The position will oversee advisory mandates involving debt fundraising, syndicated lending arrangements, structured finance transactions, and other capital market activities. It requires a comprehensive understanding of financial markets, transaction structuring, investor engagement, credit analysis, and regulatory requirements. Working closely with corporate clients, institutional investors, development finance institutions, commercial banks, fund managers, and internal teams, the role will support transactions from origination through to successful completion.
Success in this position will depend on a combination of strong technical expertise, commercial awareness, and relationship management capability. The role includes identifying new business opportunities, supporting the development of tailored financing solutions, and helping clients achieve their funding and growth objectives. It also involves collaborating across the wider KCB Group to leverage existing client relationships and expand the advisory portfolio.
In addition to transaction execution responsibilities, the position will provide leadership within the advisory function by strengthening technical capabilities, supporting team development, and promoting a culture of excellence, innovation, and accountability. Active engagement with investors and market participants will be essential to facilitate transaction placements and contribute to efficient deal closure.
This role offers exposure to high-value transactions across Kenya and the broader East African region, providing the opportunity to work on sophisticated financing structures and strategic client engagements. The successful individual will join a dynamic environment focused on delivering impactful financial solutions while supporting the continued growth of one of the region's leading financial institutions.
Professionals with a strong passion for investment banking, corporate finance, capital markets, and advisory services are encouraged to apply and contribute to delivering exceptional value for clients, investors, and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the execution of debt capital markets transactions from mandate acceptance through successful completion.
- Coordinate syndicated financing transactions and support efficient deal structuring processes.
- Develop and implement structured finance solutions tailored to client funding requirements.
- Manage transaction timelines and ensure timely delivery of key milestones.
- Prepare and review transaction documentation to support successful execution and closure.
- Conduct detailed financial analysis to assess transaction viability and investment attractiveness.
- Build sophisticated financial models to support valuation, structuring, and financing decisions.
- Perform comprehensive credit assessments and risk evaluations for proposed transactions.
- Engage institutional investors to secure participation in financing transactions.
- Lead transaction placement activities involving banks, fund managers, insurance firms, and development finance institutions.
- Maintain strong relationships with local, regional, and international investors.
- Collaborate with corporate banking teams to identify and originate advisory opportunities.
- Develop innovative financing structures that address client-specific objectives and market conditions.
- Provide strategic advisory services on debt raising, capital structuring, and financing alternatives.
- Identify opportunities to expand the advisory business and increase revenue generation.
- Support business development initiatives aimed at growing the transaction pipeline.
- Prepare investment memoranda, transaction proposals, presentations, and marketing materials.
- Conduct market research to identify emerging financing trends and industry opportunities.
- Evaluate economic and sector developments that may influence transaction performance.
- Participate in negotiations with clients, lenders, investors, and professional advisors.
- Manage stakeholder expectations throughout the transaction lifecycle.
- Coordinate due diligence activities and ensure timely resolution of transaction issues.
- Ensure all transaction activities comply with applicable regulatory and internal governance requirements.
- Monitor transaction risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
- Develop strong working relationships with clients across multiple industries.
- Promote exceptional client service through proactive communication and solution-oriented engagement.
- Support product innovation initiatives within the advisory business.
- Assist in developing new structured finance and capital markets solutions.
- Mentor junior team members and support technical skills development.
- Foster a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
- Contribute to strategic planning initiatives within the advisory division.
- Support the achievement of departmental profitability and growth objectives.
- Prepare management reports and performance updates as required.
- Represent the Bank during client meetings, investor forums, and industry engagements.
- Maintain high standards of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct in all business activities.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Degree from a recognized university in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related discipline.
- Professional certification such as CFA, CPA, ICIFA, ACCA, or an equivalent qualification.
- A master
- Strong understanding of investment banking and corporate finance principles.
- Advanced financial modelling capabilities.
- Strong transaction structuring expertise.
- Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
- Capital markets knowledge.
- Corporate finance proficiency.
- Debt financing and syndicated lending expertise.
- Investment evaluation and valuation techniques.
- Stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
- Strategic business development capability.
- Commercial awareness and market insight.
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
- Excellent presentation and communication abilities.
- Project management competence.
- Problem
- solving and decision
- making skills.
- Risk assessment and mitigation knowledge.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Leadership and team development capability.
- Regulatory and compliance awareness.
- Ability to manage multiple complex assignments simultaneously.
- Strong client
- focused approach.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the requirements for this position are invited to submit their applications through the official KCB Bank recruitment portal. Applicants should provide a detailed and updated curriculum vitae outlining their academic qualifications, professional certifications, relevant career achievements, and experience related to investment banking, advisory services, corporate finance, capital markets, or structured finance. Candidates are encouraged to ensure that all information submitted is accurate and complete. Only applicants who satisfy the stated requirements will be considered for further evaluation. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding the next stages of the recruitment process. KCB Bank Kenya Limited is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from qualified individuals, including persons living with disabilities.
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