Head, Portfolio Management, EVB

Standard Bank Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services group in Africa is seeking a visionary Head of Portfolio Management to oversee investment portfolios in Johannesburg. This leadership role involves strategic growth, team mentorship, and ensuring exceptional performance across Employee Value Banking and Private Banking sectors. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in finance and over 10 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in portfolio management, data analysis, credit risk, collections, or related fields.
• Experience with EVB products and services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement investment strategies aligned with organisational goals.
• Lead and mentor a team of portfolio managers and analysts.
• Conduct market analysis and economic research to inform investment decisions.
• Manage high-value portfolios ensuring optimal asset allocation.

Skills

Customer Understanding

Data Management

Debt Consolidation

Risk Awareness

Education

Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field

Key Individual (KI) designation

Job description

Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group and an innovative player on the global stage. It offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities and the chance to work alongside talented professionals. Our clients range from individuals to large multinational corporates, and we are passionate about creating growth in Africa, bringing meaningful value to our clients and communities.

Job Description

We are seeking a visionary and decisive Head of Portfolio Management to join our team at EVB in Johannesburg, South Africa. This leadership role will oversee and optimise investment portfolios, drive strategic growth, and ensure exceptional performance. The role involves providing portfolio management for Employee Value Banking (EVB), Personal Banking, and Private Banking South Africa (PPB SA), ensuring sustainability and profitability across the value chain.

1. Develop and implement investment strategies aligned with organisational goals and risk appetite.
2. Lead and mentor a team of portfolio managers and analysts, fostering excellence and innovation.
3. Conduct market analysis and economic research to inform investment decisions.
4. Manage high-value portfolios, ensuring optimal asset allocation and risk management.
5. Collaborate with senior leadership to define long-term investment objectives and strategies.
6. Present performance reports and investment recommendations to executive management and clients.
7. Stay updated on market trends, regulatory changes, and emerging opportunities in South African and global financial markets.
8. Implement and maintain risk management protocols across all portfolios.
9. Drive continuous improvement in portfolio management processes and systems.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field, FAIS aligned.
• Key Individual (KI) designation.

Experience Required

• At least 10 years of experience in portfolio management, data analysis, credit risk, collections, or related fields.
• Experience with EVB products and services.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies

• Challenging Ideas
• Developing Expertise
• Developing Strategies
• Exploring Possibilities
• Generating Ideas

Technical Competencies

• Customer Understanding (Consumer Banking)
• Data Management (Administration)
• Debt Consolidation
• Product and Services Knowledge
• Query Resolution & Risk Awareness