Senior Deal Executive

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking firm renowned for its strategic investments and value-creation initiatives. A private equity firm based in Sandton, Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Deal Executive to participate in all aspects of deal-making, execution, and strategic planning related to deal sourcing.

As a Senior Deal Executive, you will play a pivotal role in transactions, overseeing the entire process from identification and negotiation to closing, monitoring investments, and exiting. You will provide strategic guidance and value-adding initiatives to portfolio organisations while implementing corporate governance disciplines. This role involves substantial leadership responsibilities, representing the firm and its clients on boards, and developing both internal and external resources.

As the Senior Deal Executive, you will be responsible for assisting in the development and mentoring of team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Actively participate in the governance of the firm, contributing to its strategic direction and growth. Leverage your extensive network to source and negotiate high-value transactions, driving the firm’s investment strategy.

Key Qualifications for the Senior Deal Executive:

• CA(SA) or CFA
• 10+ years of experience in corporate finance, investment management, merchant banking, or private equity
• Familiarity with identifying, negotiating, closing, and monitoring transactions
• Strong knowledge of key investment sectors and commercial statutes (Tax, Companies Act).

Key Duties for the Senior Deal Executive include but are not limited to:

• Successfully close high-value transactions that align with the firm’s investment strategy
• Oversee deal-making processes from identification to exit
• Provide strategic direction and value-adding initiatives to investee organisations
• Demonstrating continuous improvement in the performance of portfolio organisations
• Represent the firm and its clients on portfolio organisation boards
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and team members

Key Personal Skills for the successful Senior Deal Executive:

• Strong leadership and management capabilities
• High performer with self-awareness
• Ability to build and maintain a substantial contact and network base
• High level of commercial awareness and regulatory knowledge

If you are passionate about strategic investments and have strong experience in corporate finance or private equity, please reach out for a further conversation to learn more.