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Investment Analyst - Diversified Credit

Communicate Recruitment
Johannesburg Full-day Full-time

Description:

Investment Analyst – Diversified CreditA leading investment team is seeking an Investment Analyst to manage the credit risk function for a diversified portfolio spanning listed and unlisted credit investments. This role involves in-depth credit analysis, financial modelling, legal review, and ongoing monitoring across sectors such as Property/REITs, Corporates, African and International Credit, SOEs, Municipalities, Securitizations, and Leveraged Buyouts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct counterparty and sector evaluations , legal analysis, and structuring/pricing of instruments.
  • Prepare and present credit/investment proposals to relevant committees.
  • Proactively monitor sector and counterparty developments and provide strategic insights.
  • Review and negotiate legal documentation for both listed and unlisted transactions .
  • Apply quantitative and qualitative risk rating methodologies across investment portfolios.
  • Maintain strong internal relationships with portfolio managers, debt originators, legal advisors, and investment committees.
  • Engage with external credit market participants, counterparties, and clients .
  • Identify investment opportunities and provide strategic recommendations.
  • Contribute to enhancing risk management frameworks and processes.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • CA(SA), CFA, or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Minimum 2 years post-articles experience in credit risk .
  • Prior unlisted credit experience within a bank or asset management environment .
  • Strong understanding of structured credit investments and legal agreements .
  • Expertise in credit and fixed income markets .
  • Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills .
  • Previous supervisory or managerial experience is advantageous.

Key Attributes & Competencies:

  • Strong technical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure , meeting strict deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Highly professional, self-motivated, and accountable .
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Highly organized with excellent planning abilities .
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven investment professional to play a key role in a high-performing credit team .

Apply now! cpietersen@communicate.co.za

Requirements:

  • Conduct counterparty and sector evaluations , legal analysis, and structuring/pricing of instruments.
  • Prepare and present credit/investment proposals to relevant committees.
  • Proactively monitor sector and counterparty developments and provide strategic insights.
  • Review and negotiate legal documentation for both listed and unlisted transactions .
  • Apply quantitative and qualitative risk rating methodologies across investment portfolios.
  • Maintain strong internal relationships with portfolio managers, debt originators, legal advisors, and investment committees.
  • Engage with external credit market participants, counterparties, and clients .
  • Identify investment opportunities and provide strategic recommendations.
  • Contribute to enhancing risk management frameworks and processes.
  • CA(SA), CFA, or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Minimum 2 years post-articles experience in credit risk .
  • Prior unlisted credit experience within a bank or asset management environment .
  • Strong understanding of structured credit investments and legal agreements .
  • Expertise in credit and fixed income markets .
  • Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills .
  • Previous supervisory or managerial experience is advantageous.
  • Strong technical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and under pressure , meeting strict deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Highly professional, self-motivated, and accountable .
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Highly organized with excellent planning abilities .
30 Mar 2025;   from: careers24.com

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