Business and Investment Analyst job at True North Consult Ltd

Background information about the job or company:

The Business and Investment Analyst is responsible for conducting in-depth analysis of investment requests and market opportunities in Uganda. The role provides critical insights on market trends, risks, and financial implications to support informed decision-making by management and regional leadership. Join the AGL and be a part of the MSC Group which is the leading multimodal logistics operator on the African continent, and contribute to driving sustainable growth and transformation across Africa.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze investment requests including memos, business plans, quotations, and supporting documents.
• Conduct comprehensive market analysis covering competition, regulatory frameworks, taxation, financial data, and overall business environment.
• Evaluate project risks and provide timely alerts and recommendations to management.
• Prepare business plans, retro-planning schedules, and full project reports/analyses.
• Research information from multiple sources (e.g., web, legal bodies, industry associations, suppliers, banks, advisors).
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure alignment and support for investment projects.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders including banks, suppliers, and advisors on project-related matters.
• Provide periodic updates and insights to the Management Team on ongoing projects and new opportunities.
• Support the Regional Team and COMEX with accurate data and analysis to inform strategic decisions.

Person Specification:

Education, Training, Skills & Experience

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of project management tools and methods.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, or a related field (CPA qualification is an advantage).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar analytical role.
• Experience in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to research and synthesize information from diverse sources.

• Analyze investment requests including memos, business plans, quotations, and supporting documents.
• Conduct comprehensive market analysis covering competition, regulatory frameworks, taxation, financial data, and overall business environment.
• Evaluate project risks and provide timely alerts and recommendations to management.
• Prepare business plans, retro-planning schedules, and full project reports/analyses.
• Research information from multiple sources (e.g., web, legal bodies, industry associations, suppliers, banks, advisors).
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure alignment and support for investment projects.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders including banks, suppliers, and advisors on project-related matters.
• Provide periodic updates and insights to the Management Team on ongoing projects and new opportunities.
• Support the Regional Team and COMEX with accurate data and analysis to inform strategic decisions.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of project management tools and methods.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, or a related field (CPA qualification is an advantage).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar analytical role.
• Experience in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to research and synthesize information from diverse sources.