Senior Dealmaker

SUMMARY:
Gijima Staffing Solutions is seeking a highly experienced Senior Dealmaker to join our client’s team. This role is focused on evaluating and presenting applications for funding, structuring deals that align with strategic business unit (Small Business Finance and Regions) objectives, and advancing industry development goals. The ideal candidate will lead due diligence efforts, manage high-value transactions, and support regional growth through strategic initiatives.

POSITION INFO:
Qualifications and Experience

• Honours degree in a commercial or technical field (minimum requirement).
• CA(SA) /MBA
• 8–10 years of experience in deal assessment and transaction management, with 8 years managing deal closure and legal agreements
• Expertise in three due diligence disciplines (Marketing, Technical, Financial), with comprehensive transaction leadership skills.
• Proficient in financial statement analysis, risk assessment, and the use of financing instruments.
• Skilled in transaction peer review, financial modeling, and mentorship.

• Financial Acumen, Risk Management, and Mitigation
• Strong Presentation and Communication Abilities
• Advanced Negotiation and Influencing Skills
• Relationship Building and Networking
• Coaching, Mentoring, and Leadership Skills

• Evaluate and structure transactions with financing instruments, ensuring financial soundness and creditworthiness.
• Optimize deals to meet SBU strategic objectives and industry goals.

• Assess applications for finance, performing comprehensive due diligence across financial, technical, and marketing areas.
• Lead due diligence teams on complex transactions, identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Manage account responsibilities through the initial funding phase, preparing reports for credit committees and conducting peer reviews.
• Provide training, mentorship, and guidance to Business Analysts and Dealmakers.

• Collaborate across SBUs and departments to fulfill transaction requirements.
• Develop and manage a strong pipeline, proactively pursuing new business opportunities aligned with SBU strategy.
• Foster client service excellence and build effective relationships to enhance business growth.

• Lead and support team members in due diligence processes, knowledge sharing, and competency development.
• Act as a mentor, providing coaching and feedback to elevate team skills and expertise.