170 Investment Management jobs in South Africa

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join this prestigious wealth management company as a Client Services Consultant. Responsibilities: Provide servicing and support on all portfolio products (Preservation, Pension and Provident Funds, Retirement Annuities, Savings products) as well as Direct Unit Trusts. Communicate with clients on the company’s product range in a courteous and professional manner via telephone, email, fax letter and direct walk in clients. Manage all work items i.e., this will include dealing with rejections, general queries such as

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join this prestigious wealth management company as a Client Services Consultant. Responsibilities: Provide servicing and support on all portfolio products (Preservation, Pension and Provident Funds, Retirement Annuities, Savings products) as well as Direct Unit Trusts. Communicate with clients on the company’s product range in a courteous and professional manner via telephone, email, fax letter and direct walk in clients. Manage all work items i.e., this will include dealing with rejections, general queries such as account queries, forms and other literature requests, fund information and also more detailed query investigation and resolution. Build and maintain relationships with clients by answering queries directly on all relevant correspondence and at the same time keeping all systems (including third party administrator systems) updated with all notes. Support the Client Group by providing proactive communication on rejections and queries raised by the third-party administrators and clients. Acting as the primary point of contact for all third party and client queries on the IAM SA and offshore funds range. Assist other team members when necessary – provide cover during periods of absence.  Qualifications: A business focused degree Experience: Relevant 2 – 3 years working experience Financial Services experience specifically Asset Management, Retirement Funds and Unit Trust Offshore experience – advantage Call Centre experience (Financial Services) – Essential Excellent business writing skills  Attributes: The ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships The ability to ‘approach and own’ and continuously look for opportunities to develop A client focused and collaborative approach Ability to analyse, interpret and assimilate information #J-18808-Ljbffr

Join to apply for the Post-Investment Management: Associate Principal role at Edge Growth

Be part of the investment management team and help manage and grow a portfolio of high growth, early-stage venture investments and support in overall operations & strategic projects with the investment management team. Be able to run with the day-to-day portfolio management responsibilities with little or no oversight.

Core Activities Portfolio Management

• Deliver value-added assistance to portfolio companies, including:
• Assistance in strategy development.
• Execution management.
• Business building support.
• Access to new markets.
• Raising capital.
• Special projects to unlock value.
• Assume full PIM responsibility for the allocated investee/s portfolio management from deal team handover to exit of more complex investments.
• Develop and deliver special projects to unlock value at portfolio companies.
• Assist with the preparation of regular portfolio updates to the relevant committees, help with trustee update reports and compile other reports to stakeholders as required from time to time.
• Drive financial performance management in investees.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the PIM lessons learnt database and records.

Governance

• Ensure effective governance and best practice within investees.
• Help ensure effective governance at a Fund Level.

Strategic fund management project support

• Support in the Fund management space with strategic projects and deliverables.

Monitoring and compliance

• Assist with all M&C related information and deliverables.

Legal

• Develop and drive ongoing analysis, interpretation and compliance in terms of the legal agreements relating to portfolio companies which you are responsible for (with support from Legal team).

Operations and Admin

• Help in supporting to improve internal processes, procedures and policies to improve the Fund’s service delivery.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• South African citizen
• CA (SA), FCMA or CFA

• Undergraduate degree with a strong problem solving background (e.g. Engineering, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Finance, Business Science, BSC), and / or finance underpinning.

Experience:

• Venture capital, private equity or management consulting experience, preferably with some operational experience as well.

• Preferable: +5 years in an investment or finance environment, preferably within a reputable investment firm.

• Alternatively: If <5 years in the above then:

• +5 years in a business consulting firm, with a bias towards financial modelling, business strategy and execution / project delivery roles. Advisory services to small businesses, or

• +5 years in a top tier accounting or strategy consulting firm

Edge Growth is an equal opportunity employer. Persons living with a disability are encouraged to apply. We value diversity and are committed to fair, inclusive hiring aligned to South African Employment equity principles and Sectoral targets.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Project Management
• Investment Banking

Note: This description excludes referrals and job feed content not directly related to the role.

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Credit Analyst (Prescient Investment Management)

The candidate will be part of the Credit team responsible for the Prescient Credit funds. To utilise PIM credit philosophy process by employing quantitative analysis in asset selection, pricing and managing of credit portfolio.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Objective

The key objective is the development of analytics tools and strategies, as well as the improvement and extension of PRIME for the Credit Funds.

Quantitative Analysis:

• Assist in defining the PRIME framework and incorporate current analytics tools and reporting.
  Develop processes and analytics tools to monitor model and portfolio performance and accuracy.
  Research and develop models and techniques.
• Document research, processes, and model validation.

Credit Research and Analysis:

• Apply established models to compute default probability scores. An analyst would be required to make an analytical argument on the change thereto over time, highlight downside risks for the foreseeable future, and rank & compare to industry peers.
• Use PIM sector-specific financial scorecards to analyse the creditworthiness of companies and their sub-factor drivers of the credit score, incorporating ESG analysis.
  
  
• Perform in-depth analysis and research to assess and monitor the creditworthiness of borrowers/issuers over the term of the exposure.
• Understand market dynamics (e.g., credit supply/demand) and company fundamentals influencing PIM’s credit investments.

Credit Management:

• Monitor the risk-adjusted return of the credit universe, build and oversee portfolio optimization models, and make recommendations to enhance credit portfolio performance.
• Engage in counterparty interactions as part of the role.
• Assess credit opportunities, including exposure to assets in Infrastructure Funds (monitoring and new opportunities).

Investment Analysis:

• Originate debt investments via new and existing borrowers, liaising with bond issuers, DCM teams, arrangers, and rating agencies.
• Provide input into the development of broader responsible investment policies, ESG methodologies, and impact strategies.

Credit Process Development and Advancement:

• Validate investment models and monitor portfolio performance and accuracy.
• Contribute to research and development of new models and techniques.
• Document research, processes, and model validation.
• Ensure the accuracy and currency of information used in the process.

Team Interaction:

The key objective is to work on a collaborative basis, ensuring that the team remains cohesive and successful. The analyst is expected to:

• Follow a collaborative approach aligned with the Prescient value system.
• Be proactive in generating new research and participating in debates.
• Suggest and implement process enhancements to improve/create efficiencies.
• Contribute positively and adopt a solutions-driven mindset.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• University Post Graduate Degree (Science / Engineering / Finance) / Masters.
• CA (SA) with articles will be advantageous (Financial Services / Financial Engineering Group experience).
• CFA / Studying towards CFA; and/or Masters equivalent.
• Advanced Excel skills and model building.
• Prior experience in Private Debt, Hybrid Debt, Project Finance will be advantageous.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Ability to generate ideas and think logically.
• Structured work style, attention to detail and accuracy is of the utmost importance.
• Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills oral and written.
• Strong ability to manage complex processes and focus on business outcomes in a complex uncertain environment.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, driven and results oriented.
• Ability to listen and respond to new ideas, input and diverse perspectives.
• High levels of self-confidence, assertive as well as healthy levels of EQ.
• Must be able to manage workflow on longer-term research projects.
• Energetic problem-solver.
• Ability to demonstrate an advanced degree of technological competence.
• Passionate about investments.

WHY THIS ROLE?

This is your opportunity to be responsible for credit research & credit portfolio risk analysis. The role is well suited for an individual with strong technical skills, a qualified CA(SA) and/or currently completing CFA studies (or masters equivalent).

A great role with excellent growth potential and exposure to various asset classes.

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Senior Lecturer in Investment Management

• Senior Lecturer in Investment Management
• Type of engagement: Permanent appointment

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The unitalentza website was launched out of necessity. It is a direct off-shoot of Academic Partners , the pre-eminent talent accessing and assessing service company within the South African Higher Education sector. A company that started 44 years ago in the commercial sector, but which in the last 26 years, has focused almost exclusively in the HE sector. Having founded the company, Jimmy Wayland took retirement in May 2022, but as a swansong objective, he undertook to develop Unitalentza website to uphold the same values, levels of confidentiality, trust and reliability as the founding company. Anything less and Jimmy would like to hear about it.

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Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences

Department of Business Management

Senior Lecturer in Investment Management

Ref. EBW05/140/0625

The Department of Business Management is part of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences at the research-intensive Stellenbosch University (SU) where we advance knowledge in service of society. The Department offers a world-class environment with excellent students and talented staff. Our values, excellence, compassion, equity, respect, and accountability direct our behaviour, activities, and thoughts. The Department conducts research and provides teaching in the broader fields of financial management, investment management, marketing management, entrepreneurship, innovation management and strategic management. Our culture is inquisitive and innovative, and we strive for a constructive and profound contribution to society at large.

Stellenbosch University (SU) where we advance knowledge in service of society. The Department offers a world-class environment with excellent students and talented staff. Our values, excellence, compassion, equity, respect, and accountability direct our behaviour, activities, and thoughts. The Department conducts research and provides teaching in the broader fields of financial management, investment management, marketing management, entrepreneurship, innovation management and strategic management. Our culture is inquisitive and innovative, and we strive for a constructive and profound contribution to society at large.

Job Description

Duties:

• Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in investment management (including property investment).
• Supervision of postgraduate students at honours, master’s and PhD levels (if the incumbent has a PhD).
• Participating in Departmental, Faculty and University activities.
• Self-initiated research towards the completion of a PhD (if applicable).

Inherent Criteria

Requirements:

• PhD in finance, investment management or a related field, OR a master’s degree in investment management (or similar, for example, MBA/MCom) and the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification.
• Proven knowledge, understanding, and the ability to teach modules in at least two of the following areas: property investment, equity analysis, derivative instruments, fixed income securities, portfolio theory, portfolio management, behavioural finance, or investment ethics.
• Lecturing experience in investment management modules at undergraduate level.
• The ability to teach in English at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• At least one scholarly publication in an accredited subject journal

Short-listed candidates (those invited for interviews) will be expected to present a lecture on a designated topic to members of the Department of Business Management. If available, examples of the course material (including examination papers and tests) used in previous courses must be presented after the lecture.

Recommendations:

• Practical industry experience in an investment-related environment.

Application Requirement

Commencement of duties:

01 January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter

21 July 2025

Enquiries regarding this post: Prof Gert Human on , or at

Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits, as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on (Stellenbosch) / (Tygerberg), or at

The University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan. Only South African citizens from the designated groups will be considered for appointment.

Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three referees), must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post.

Short-listed candidates (those invited for interviews) will be expected to present a lecture on a designated topic to members of the Department of Business Management. If available, examples of the course material (including examination papers and tests) used in previous courses must be presented after the lecture.

The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.

Should no feedback be received from the University within four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application did not succeed.

About Stellenbosch University Stellenbosch University (SU) is home to an academic community of 29 000 students (including 4 000 foreign students from 100 countries) as well as 3 000 permanent staff members (including 1 000 academics) on five campuses. The historical oak-lined university town amongst the Boland Mountains in the winelands of the Western Cape creates a unique campus atmosphere, which attracts local and foreign students alike. On the main campus, paved walkways wind between campus buildings – some dating from previous centuries; others just a few years old. Architecture from various eras attests to the sound academic foundation and establishment of an institution of excellence. This, together with the scenic beauty of the area; state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly facilities and technology, as well as visionary thinking about the creation of a sustainable 21st-century institution, makes for the unique character of Stellenbosch University.

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Highly successful, international investment management company seeks a dynamic Client Relations specialist with relevant client relations experience in Investment management / Asset management / Unit Trust management

The candidate must have a completed BCom (Honours) (Investment Management) and minimum 3 years client relations experience (assisting Clients and Financial Advisors) within an Asset management / Investment firm / Financial planning environment. Post Grad in Financial planning is an advantage.

Outgoing personality and excellent communication skills are essential. Strong academics and a history of academic and work success are important.

Your duties will include:

• Develop trusted relationships with clients and becoming an expert resource
• Provide expert initial and ongoing training on their custom IT system
• Provide comprehensive, structured input to specific problems/requests in the advice process that lead to increased investment with the company.
• Manage and leverage internal resources to meet deliverables
• Proactively cultivate relations and be prepared to engage socially where beneficial
• Develop and maintain expertise, skill and technical knowledge required to add valuable input across the business and investment proposition
• Work closely with the other members of the global investment, operations, sales, software development and support teams to resolve clients concerns
• Provide first line support to clients via phone, email, online and face to face meetings (occasional travel required)
• Strategic and creative thinking to suggest improvements to productivity, service quality and processes
• Record and relay client feedback and insights to internal teams such as tech, marketing, operations and asset management in order to constantly improve the client experience
• Maintain an expert-level knowledge of their investment processes and internal tools as well as curiosity and awareness of new initiatives within the industry.
• Assist with ad hoc inter-function projects as required

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us by mid September 2025, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Senior Lecturer in Investment Management Senior Lecturer in Investment Management Type of engagement: Permanent appointment Pledge to maintain your information safe and confidential The unitalentza website was launched out of necessity. It is a direct off-shoot of Academic Partners , the pre-eminent talent accessing and assessing service company within the South African Higher Education sector. A company that started 44 years ago in the commercial sector, but which in the last 26 years, has focused almost exclusively in the HE sector. Having founded the company, Jimmy Wayland took retirement in May 2022, but as a swansong objective, he undertook to develop Unitalentza website to uphold the same values, levels of confidentiality, trust and reliability as the founding company. Anything less and Jimmy would like to hear about it. Unitalentza is a small devoted team of professionals who pledge to keep all registered candidate information secure and confidential and at a level which the registered candidate has the exclusive right to choose. In his quest to achieve the best website possible, Jimmy is ready to receive comments and/or suggestions, negative or positive, on his personal email: Background to Position Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences Department of Business Management Senior Lecturer in Investment Management Ref. EBW05/140/0625 The Department of Business Management is part of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences at the research-intensive Stellenbosch University (SU) where we advance knowledge in service of society. The Department offers a world-class environment with excellent students and talented staff. Our values, excellence, compassion, equity, respect, and accountability direct our behaviour, activities, and thoughts. The Department conducts research and provides teaching in the broader fields of financial management, investment management, marketing management, entrepreneurship, innovation management and strategic management. Our culture is inquisitive and innovative, and we strive for a constructive and profound contribution to society at large. Stellenbosch University (SU) where we advance knowledge in service of society. The Department offers a world-class environment with excellent students and talented staff. Our values, excellence, compassion, equity, respect, and accountability direct our behaviour, activities, and thoughts. The Department conducts research and provides teaching in the broader fields of financial management, investment management, marketing management, entrepreneurship, innovation management and strategic management. Our culture is inquisitive and innovative, and we strive for a constructive and profound contribution to society at large. Job Description Duties: Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in investment management (including property investment). Supervision of postgraduate students at honours, master’s and Ph D levels (if the incumbent has a Ph D). Participating in Departmental, Faculty and University activities. Self-initiated research towards the completion of a Ph D (if applicable). Inherent Criteria Requirements: Ph D in finance, investment management or a related field, OR a master’s degree in investment management (or similar, for example, MBA/MCom) and the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification. Proven knowledge, understanding, and the ability to teach modules in at least two of the following areas: property investment, equity analysis, derivative instruments, fixed income securities, portfolio theory, portfolio management, behavioural finance, or investment ethics. Lecturing experience in investment management modules at undergraduate level. The ability to teach in English at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. At least one scholarly publication in an accredited subject journal Short-listed candidates (those invited for interviews) will be expected to present a lecture on a designated topic to members of the Department of Business Management. If available, examples of the course material (including examination papers and tests) used in previous courses must be presented after the lecture. Recommendations: Practical industry experience in an investment-related environment. Application Requirement Commencement of duties: 01 January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter 21 July 2025 Enquiries regarding this post: Prof Gert Human on , or at Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits, as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on (Stellenbosch) / (Tygerberg), or at The University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan. Only South African citizens from the designated groups will be considered for appointment. Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three referees), must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Short-listed candidates (those invited for interviews) will be expected to present a lecture on a designated topic to members of the Department of Business Management. If available, examples of the course material (including examination papers and tests) used in previous courses must be presented after the lecture. The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates. Should no feedback be received from the University within four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application did not succeed. About Stellenbosch University Stellenbosch University (SU) is home to an academic community of 29 000 students (including 4 000 foreign students from 100 countries) as well as 3 000 permanent staff members (including 1 000 academics) on five campuses. The historical oak-lined university town amongst the Boland Mountains in the winelands of the Western Cape creates a unique campus atmosphere, which attracts local and foreign students alike. On the main campus, paved walkways wind between campus buildings – some dating from previous centuries; others just a few years old. Architecture from various eras attests to the sound academic foundation and establishment of an institution of excellence. This, together with the scenic beauty of the area; state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly facilities and technology, as well as visionary thinking about the creation of a sustainable 21st-century institution, makes for the unique character of Stellenbosch University. Developed in collaboration with Higher Education South Africa - giving opportunity to South African institutions to reach South African Academics from anywhere on the globe. Giving Back Giving back to South African Higher Education through revenue sharing. unitalentza Job Platform is an advanced job directory & listings application, made for South African Universities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Senior Lecturer in Investment Management Senior Lecturer in Investment Management Type of engagement: Permanent appointment Pledge to maintain your information safe and confidential The unitalentza website was launched out of necessity. It is a direct off-shoot of Academic Partners , the pre-eminent talent accessing and assessing service company within the South African Higher Education sector. A company that started 44 years ago in the commercial sector, but which in the last 26 years, has focused almost exclusively in the HE sector. Having founded the company, Jimmy Wayland took retirement in May 2022, but as a swansong objective, he undertook to develop Unitalentza website to uphold the same values, levels of confidentiality, trust and reliability as the founding company. Anything less and Jimmy would like to hear about it. Unitalentza is a small devoted team of professionals who pledge to keep all registered candidate information secure and confidential and at a level which the registered candidate has the exclusive right to choose. In his quest to achieve the best website possible, Jimmy is ready to receive comments and/or suggestions, negative or positive, on his personal email: Background to Position Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences Department of Business Management Senior Lecturer in Investment Management Ref. EBW05/140/0625 The Department of Business Management is part of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences at the research-intensive Stellenbosch University (SU) where we advance knowledge in service of society. The Department offers a world-class environment with excellent students and talented staff. Our values, excellence, compassion, equity, respect, and accountability direct our behaviour, activities, and thoughts. The Department conducts research and provides teaching in the broader fields of financial management, investment management, marketing management, entrepreneurship, innovation management and strategic management. Our culture is inquisitive and innovative, and we strive for a constructive and profound contribution to society at large. Stellenbosch University (SU) where we advance knowledge in service of society. The Department offers a world-class environment with excellent students and talented staff. Our values, excellence, compassion, equity, respect, and accountability direct our behaviour, activities, and thoughts. The Department conducts research and provides teaching in the broader fields of financial management, investment management, marketing management, entrepreneurship, innovation management and strategic management. Our culture is inquisitive and innovative, and we strive for a constructive and profound contribution to society at large. Job Description Duties: Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in investment management (including property investment). Supervision of postgraduate students at honours, master’s and Ph D levels (if the incumbent has a Ph D). Participating in Departmental, Faculty and University activities. Self-initiated research towards the completion of a Ph D (if applicable). Inherent Criteria Requirements: Ph D in finance, investment management or a related field, OR a master’s degree in investment management (or similar, for example, MBA/MCom) and the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification. Proven knowledge, understanding, and the ability to teach modules in at least two of the following areas: property investment, equity analysis, derivative instruments, fixed income securities, portfolio theory, portfolio management, behavioural finance, or investment ethics. Lecturing experience in investment management modules at undergraduate level. The ability to teach in English at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. At least one scholarly publication in an accredited subject journal Short-listed candidates (those invited for interviews) will be expected to present a lecture on a designated topic to members of the Department of Business Management. If available, examples of the course material (including examination papers and tests) used in previous courses must be presented after the lecture. Recommendations: Practical industry experience in an investment-related environment. Application Requirement Commencement of duties: 01 January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter 21 July 2025 Enquiries regarding this post: Prof Gert Human on , or at Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits, as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on (Stellenbosch) / (Tygerberg), or at The University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan. Only South African citizens from the designated groups will be considered for appointment. Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three referees), must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Short-listed candidates (those invited for interviews) will be expected to present a lecture on a designated topic to members of the Department of Business Management. If available, examples of the course material (including examination papers and tests) used in previous courses must be presented after the lecture. The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates. Should no feedback be received from the University within four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application did not succeed. About Stellenbosch University Stellenbosch University (SU) is home to an academic community of 29 000 students (including 4 000 foreign students from 100 countries) as well as 3 000 permanent staff members (including 1 000 academics) on five campuses. The historical oak-lined university town amongst the Boland Mountains in the winelands of the Western Cape creates a unique campus atmosphere, which attracts local and foreign students alike. On the main campus, paved walkways wind between campus buildings – some dating from previous centuries; others just a few years old. Architecture from various eras attests to the sound academic foundation and establishment of an institution of excellence. This, together with the scenic beauty of the area; state-of-the-art, environmentally friendly facilities and technology, as well as visionary thinking about the creation of a sustainable 21st-century institution, makes for the unique character of Stellenbosch University. Developed in collaboration with Higher Education South Africa - giving opportunity to South African institutions to reach South African Academics from anywhere on the globe. Giving Back Giving back to South African Higher Education through revenue sharing. unitalentza Job Platform is an advanced job directory & listings application, made for South African Universities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Credit Analyst (Prescient Investment Management) The candidate will be part of the Credit team responsible for the Prescient Credit funds. To utilise PIM credit philosophy process by employing quantitative analysis in asset selection, pricing and managing of credit portfolio. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Key Objective The key objective is the development of analytics tools and strategies, as well as the improvement and extension of PRIME for the Credit Funds. Quantitative Analysis: Assist in defining the PRIME framework and incorporate current analytics tools and reporting.Develop processes and analytics tools to monitor model and portfolio performance and accuracy.Research and develop models and techniques. Document research, processes, and model validation. Credit Research and Analysis: Apply established models to compute default probability scores. An analyst would be required to make an analytical argument on the change thereto over time, highlight downside risks for the foreseeable future, and rank & compare to industry peers. Use PIM sector-specific financial scorecards to analyse the creditworthiness of companies and their sub-factor drivers of the credit score, incorporating ESG analysis.Perform in-depth analysis and research to assess and monitor the creditworthiness of borrowers/issuers over the term of the exposure. Understand market dynamics (e.g., credit supply/demand) and company fundamentals influencing PIM’s credit investments. Credit Management: Monitor the risk-adjusted return of the credit universe, build and oversee portfolio optimization models, and make recommendations to enhance credit portfolio performance. Engage in counterparty interactions as part of the role. Assess credit opportunities, including exposure to assets in Infrastructure Funds (monitoring and new opportunities). Investment Analysis: Originate debt investments via new and existing borrowers, liaising with bond issuers, DCM teams, arrangers, and rating agencies. Provide input into the development of broader responsible investment policies, ESG methodologies, and impact strategies. Credit Process Development and Advancement: Validate investment models and monitor portfolio performance and accuracy. Contribute to research and development of new models and techniques. Document research, processes, and model validation. Ensure the accuracy and currency of information used in the process. Team Interaction: The key objective is to work on a collaborative basis, ensuring that the team remains cohesive and successful. The analyst is expected to: Follow a collaborative approach aligned with the Prescient value system. Be proactive in generating new research and participating in debates. Suggest and implement process enhancements to improve/create efficiencies. Contribute positively and adopt a solutions-driven mindset. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE University Post Graduate Degree (Science / Engineering / Finance) / Masters. CA (SA) with articles will be advantageous (Financial Services / Financial Engineering Group experience). CFA / Studying towards CFA; and/or Masters equivalent. Advanced Excel skills and model building. Prior experience in Private Debt, Hybrid Debt, Project Finance will be advantageous. KEY COMPETENCIES Ability to generate ideas and think logically. Structured work style, attention to detail and accuracy is of the utmost importance. Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving. Excellent interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills oral and written. Strong ability to manage complex processes and focus on business outcomes in a complex uncertain environment. Strong work ethic, self-motivated, driven and results oriented. Ability to listen and respond to new ideas, input and diverse perspectives. High levels of self-confidence, assertive as well as healthy levels of EQ. Must be able to manage workflow on longer-term research projects. Energetic problem-solver. Ability to demonstrate an advanced degree of technological competence. Passionate about investments. WHY THIS ROLE? This is your opportunity to be responsible for credit research & credit portfolio risk analysis. The role is well suited for an individual with strong technical skills, a qualified CA(SA) and/or currently completing CFA studies (or masters equivalent). A great role with excellent growth potential and exposure to various asset classes. Notice to Visitors () This website is not intended or permitted to be accessed or used by you if you are prohibited from doing so under the applicable laws and regulations of your country of residence and/or the country in which you are viewing this website. The content contained in this website is for information purposes only and does not constitute an offer or an invitation to subscribe or make use of any service or investment by a person, whether natural or legal, which is resident or situated in any jurisdiction where such offer or invitation would be unlawful, or in any jurisdiction in which Prescient Holdings, including all of its subsidiaries and associates ("Prescient"), is not qualified to make such offer or invitation, or to persons to whom it would be unlawful to make such offer or invitation. By clicking "I AGREE" below, you consent to the terms and conditions above and you confirm and agree that:. you are not a person prohibited under the laws of your country from accessing the information on the investment products and services referred to herein; by accessing this website you will not contravene or cause Prescient to contravene any law that seeks to regulate the promotion of financial products either in the country of your residence or in the country in which you are viewing this website; and any investment which you may place with or through Prescient is based solely on your own enquiry and initiative and is not due to any offer or solicitation by Prescient. Where exceptional expertise meets meticulous financial services #J-18808-Ljbffr