Position Summary

Meridiam recruits an Associate to join the team based in Dakar, Senegal. The selected candidate will work as a member of the investment team to develop infrastructure projects under the Public-Private Partnership model.

S/he will report directly to the Executive Director based in Dakar and will support the development of infrastructure projects under the guidance of Investment Directors in charge.

Duties & key responsibilities

Work as a member of Meridiam investment team to develop infrastructure projects under the public-private partnership model. This includes in particular the following:

· Responsible for the preparation and timely submission of all deliverables required during each phase of the project (RFQ, RFP, closing)

· Participate in the general risk analysis of the project

· Assist in the preparation of consortium arrangements including teaming agreements

· Participate in the review and negotiation of legal documents, including concession agreements, design-build agreements, operating agreements and finance documents

· Participate in the due diligence process, including liaising with respective advisers (legal, technical, insurance, model audit) and coordinating required input from construction and operation partners

· Participate in the debt raising process, including dealing with banks, capital markets providers and ratings agencies

· Participate in the financial analysis of the project and in the optimization of the project economics by:

=> Performing detailed analysis of financial model

=> Analyzing potential financial alternatives

=> Running sensitivities

· Responsible for the drafting of all internal memoranda to be presented to the Management and Investment Committee

· Lead the selection process and coordination of all consultants/advisers (legal, financial, technical, insurance, accounting, tax, etc.)

· Participate in origination of new opportunities, including performing analysis of market sectors, public sector clients and design, construction or operation partners

· Coordinate with internal Finance group for all relevant matters; and

· Other ad-hoc work to be performed in the day-to-day activity of the fund manager

Skills & Specifications:

· From three to five years relevant experience in private equity

· First experience in project or infrastructure finance

· Advanced degree in Economics, Finance or Engineering or another related field

· Strong ability to work collaboratively in a small team, proactive and able to take initiatives

· Solid project management, leadership, and organizational skills

· Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills

· Strong analytical and negotiation skills

· Ability to recommend practical ways using innovation, good judgment, creativity and strategic thinking

Terms and conditions:

• Location: role based in Dakar. This role may include some travels mainly in West African countries

• Package: compensation will be commensurate to experience and qualifications

• Availability: as soon as possible

• Benefits: Comprehensive medical and life insurance package

Recruitment process:

Retained candidates will be invited for interviews with the Executive Director, members of the Dakar team, Meridiam’s HR representative and other relevant stakeholders as deemed relevant.