Associate Principal - Senegal

Associate Principal - Senegal

CrossBoundary West Africa Advisory

About CrossBoundary CrossBoundary Advisory, part of CrossBoundary Group, is a leading investment advisor focused on unlocking private capital in underserved markets. We have advised on US$12+ billion of closed transactions across agriculture, health, education, manufacturing, ICT, infrastructure, and clean power. Our clients include governments, development finance institutions, foundations, private equity firms, corporates, and research institutions. With 180+ professionals in 20+ offices across Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East & North Africa, Asia-Pacific, Eastern Europe, and Latin America & the Caribbean, we combine local presence with global expertise to structure bankable transactions and scalable programs. Learn more at

Who we are

The CrossBoundary team is a unique group of people who are genuinely excited by the opportunity to make a difference in some of the most challenging and exciting markets in the world. Team members come from diverse backgrounds but share several qualities: curiosity, humility, integrity, a drive for excellence, and a bias for action. Learn more at

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What youll do

CrossBoundary is recruiting an Associate Principal to join the West Africa team. We are seeking candidates with extensive experience living and working in the region and a thorough understanding of the investment landscape.

Your primary responsibilities will be:

Provide deal and project leadership across transaction advisory engagements, including:

Identifying, screening and evaluating investment opportunities

Conducting sector or geographic landscape assessments

Identifying, engaging and building relationships with qualified regional and international investors

Leading complex commercial due diligence and vendor due diligence assignments

Developing and reviewing financial models investment memoranda, teasers, and client-facing recommendations

Providing value-creation recommendations for post investment strategy

Advising on the structuring and deployment of blended finance vehicles and providing recommendations on optimal transaction structures

Support the firm’s business development efforts in the region by:

Managing relationships with key CrossBoundary clients

Performing market assessments and identifying key potential clients and partners within regional markets

Developing strategies for using CrossBoundary services to drive value for these potential clients

Working closely with CrossBoundary leadership on developing partnerships and pursuing new business opportunities in regional markets

Originating transactions and projects, and growing CrossBoundary's footprint and visibility in West Africa

Contribute to developing the West Africa team by:

Managing investment professionals, with responsibility for hiring, capacity building and performance management

Leading the team to results in challenging and ambiguous circumstances, fostering a culture of excellence, curiosity, and bias for action

Serving as a coach and mentor to junior team members, supporting their professional growth and technical development

Build CrossBoundary's brand and visibility in the region by:

Representing CrossBoundary at key regional forums and with strategic partners

Driving team participation at conferences and on panel discussions

Developing thought leadership pieces and contributing to relevant industry initiatives

Who You Are

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and

At least 8 years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, private equity or similar

Candidates must hold an MBA from a reputable institution (extensive relevant experience may be accepted as equivalent)

Experience living and working in the West Africa region

Strong business development acumen

Strong quantitative skills; familiar with diligence and valuation methodologies

Familiarity and comfort with financial mod...