Recognised for his expertise in the legal and regulatory structuring of capital markets transactions, with particular strength in securitisations, Benoit joined ASAFO & CO. in 2021. He advises local and international financial institutions on complex and transformative transactions, contributing to the development and sophistication of capital markets across the WAEMU region.

This appointment is fully in line with the firm’s strategy to strengthen its position in structured finance, capital markets and, more broadly, in supporting financial and development institutions in sub-Saharan Africa.

Benoit’s expertise is built on a strong career that notably includes in-house experience at the African Development Bank (AfDB), giving him a unique perspective on the operational and strategic priorities of development finance institutions. His deep institutional insight, combined with strong technical command of capital markets, positions him as a trusted and highly sought-after adviser for structured finance and capital markets transactions throughout the region.