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Assistant Manager-Transaction Advisory
Job No: 20250415AMAS
Location: Gaborone
Categories: Advisory
Role overview
We’re looking for a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our growing Advisory Services team as an Assistant Manager – Transaction Advisory (TA). If you are passionate about corporate finance, deal execution, and building strategic client relationships—this opportunity is for you. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and managing Transaction Advisory engagements. This includes financial and commercial due diligence, valuation of equity and fixed income instruments, buy-side and sell-side mergers & acquisitions (M&A) advisory, and capital markets. You will also supervise and mentor junior team members while maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to business development.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead and manage end-to-end TA assignments, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and client presentations.
- Analyse financial and operational results of businesses across industries.
- Prepare forecasts, financial models, valuations, and contribute to deal structuring.
- Develop industry knowledge and provide insights for clients in Mining, Real Estate, Energy, and Healthcare.
- Manage and coach executives; conduct performance reviews and identify training needs.
- Ensure assignments are completed within committed timelines and in compliance with professional standards, the firm’s Quality Management Manual, Advisory Services manual, Advisory Key Risk policies and checklist.
- Support client proposal development and drive conversion of engagement opportunities.
- Maintain and grow client relationships and identify cross-service line opportunities.
Experience and skills required
- Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CFA, CIMA) or Master’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 6 years’ post-qualification experience in Transactional Advisory.
- Experience in financial and commercial due diligence, valuations, M&A advisory (buy-side/sell-side), and financial modelling.
- Strong leadership, client management, and organizational skills.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Prior experience working with clients in industries such as Mining, Real Estate, Energy, or Healthcare.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.
- Strong inter-personal, project management and analytical skills.
Why join us?
At Grant Thornton, we prioritize your professional growth through exceptional learning opportunities, including hands-on training, engaging workshops, and access to cutting-edge global resources. Join a team that champions collaboration, innovation, and personal development. Our commitment to our CLEARR values ensures a supportive and positive work environment where everyone can thrive.
How to apply
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence, Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to: info@bw.gt.com
Application Deadline: 01 May 2025