HEAD, INVESTMENT BANKING (FULL-TIME)

Location: Accra, Ghana
Company: Temple Investments Limited
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Temple Investments Limited

Temple Investments Limited is a leading financial services and investment firm committed to delivering innovative, high-impact financial solutions across capital markets, corporate finance, and investment advisory services. The firm supports clients in achieving strategic growth through structured financing, mergers and acquisitions, and capital raising solutions.

We foster a high-performance, professional environment where expertise, integrity, and excellence drive every engagement. We are seeking an accomplished and results-driven Head of Investment Banking to lead our investment banking division and expand our market presence across Ghana and the broader Sub-Saharan African region.

Position Summary

The Head of Investment Banking will provide strategic leadership to the investment banking division, driving origination, execution, and successful closure of complex financial transactions. The role oversees capital raising, M&A advisory, structured finance, and corporate advisory mandates while ensuring strong client relationships and business growth.

The successful candidate will lead high-value transactions, develop strategic partnerships, and strengthen Temple Investments Limited’s position in Ghana’s capital markets ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Business Development

• Lead the investment banking division and define strategic direction aligned with firm objectives.
• Originate and develop new business opportunities across capital markets, M&A, and structured finance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporates, investors, regulators, and financial institutions.
• Drive revenue growth through successful execution of high-value mandates.

Transaction Execution

• Lead end-to-end execution of complex transactions including mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity capital raises, and structured finance deals.
• Oversee financial modeling, valuation analysis, due diligence, and deal structuring.
• Manage transaction teams to ensure timely and successful deal closure.
• Provide expert negotiation leadership in high-stakes transactions.

Market & Regulatory Engagement

• Maintain deep understanding of Ghana’s capital markets regulatory framework, including SEC Ghana and the Ghana Stock Exchange.
• Ensure all transactions comply with applicable regulatory and legal requirements.
• Leverage established relationships across the financial ecosystem to support deal origination and execution.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing investment banking team.
• Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee workload management across multiple simultaneous mandates.

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Provide regular updates to executive leadership on pipeline, performance, and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare and present transaction reports, pitch materials, and investment memoranda.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education & Professional Certification

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as CFA, ACCA, CISI, or equivalent is required.

Experience

• Minimum of 12 years’ experience in investment banking, corporate finance, capital markets, or financial advisory.
• At least 7 years in a senior transaction leadership or business development role.
• Proven track record of originating, structuring, and closing complex financial transactions in Ghana and/or Sub-Saharan Africa.

Technical & Industry Expertise

• Strong understanding of Ghana’s capital markets and regulatory environment (SEC Ghana, GSE).
• Deep expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and deal structuring.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation capabilities.

Leadership Competencies

• Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making ability.
• Ability to manage multiple high-pressure transactions simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

How to Apply

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