CA (SA) or CFA Structured Solutions Analyst

Career-seekers Recruitment Solutions; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international financial services group in Cape Town seeks a qualified Structured Solutions Analyst. The role involves financial analysis, market research, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure effective transaction management. Ideal candidates will have a CA (SA) or CFA Level 3 qualification along with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with the National Credit Act is beneficial.
• Audit experience in financial institutions team is beneficial.
• Personal interest in financial markets is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial credit, financial, and data analysis.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Prepare external presentations and internal credit papers.

Skills

Financial statement analysis

Financial modelling

Stakeholder management

Communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

CA (SA) or CFA Level 3

Job description

CA (SA) or CFA Structured Solutions Analyst, International Financial Services Group, Cape Town, South Africa.

POSITION INFO :

Our client, a renowned international financial services group providing specialised financial solutions and advisory services to businesses and high net worth individuals in South Africa, is URGENTLY seeking to appoint a suitably qualified or CFA Level 3 Structured Solutions Analyst to be based in their Cape Town CBD offices.

PLEASE NOTE :

• A negotiable salary commensurate with experience is on offer.

KEY COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS :

• At minimum, a CA (SA) newly qualified or CFA Level 3.
• Strong academic results and a solid financial background (essential).
• Familiarity with financial statement analysis, financial modelling, stakeholder management, and communication (essential).
• Exceptional written and spoken communication skills (essential).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (essential).
• Knowledge of the National Credit Act, JSE listing requirements, securitisation regulations, secured and unsecured borrowing and lending agreements (beneficial).
• Audit experience in financial institutions team (“FIST”) (beneficial).
• Personal interest in and passion for financial markets (beneficial).

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as front office teams, risk management, legal, and compliance, to ensure effective communication and coordination throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Conduct initial credit, financial, and data analysis to support decision-making processes.
• Conduct market research, financial modelling, and feasibility analysis.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure smooth transaction execution and relationship development.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of industry trends, market conditions, and client dynamics.
• Maintain CRM with details of meetings, relevant opportunities, and action items.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
• Prepare external presentations, internal credit papers, external credit information, data analysis, and financial analysis to support decision-making processes.
• Present transactions to the deal forum and the Merchant West Credit Committee, under the guidance of the Senior Structured Solutions Transactor.
• Provide transaction and middle office support to ensure smooth operations and efficient presentation and execution of debt financing transactions.
• Review and prepare accurate and timely internal reporting, as defined or required from time to time.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING :

• Willingness to relocate (if not resident in Cape Town environs).
• By applying for this vacancy, you consent to the use of your personal information as per POPIA. If you withhold or withdraw your consent before our client has started or completed processing your personal information, your application may be considered incomplete, which could lead to it being unsuccessful.
• If you do not receive an invitation for an interview within two weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
• This is an equal opportunity role, open to all.
• The client reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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