Investment Analyst

CA Financial Appointments; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected venture capital firm in Cape Town is seeking an Investment Analyst to conduct financial analyses and support portfolio management. The ideal candidate will have a CA(SA) or CFA qualification, along with 1-3 years of analytical experience. This role provides the opportunity to work closely with high-growth startups and offers a competitive package including performance incentives.

Benefits

Flexible work culture

Competitive package including equity

Exposure to leading African startups

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in consulting or a similar analytical role.
• Experience in non-listed equity valuations is advantageous.
• Ability to operate as a self-starter with high accountability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial due diligence and valuation of investment opportunities.
• Prepare investment papers and industry analyses for decision-making.
• Support portfolio companies through performance tracking and reporting.

Skills

Financial analysis

Strong Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Excellent communication

Education

CA(SA) or CFA qualification

Job description

SUMMARY :

Our client, a respected player in the venture capital space, is looking for an ambitious Investment Analyst to join their dynamic team in Cape Town. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with high-growth technology businesses shaping the future of Africa and beyond.

About the Company

This firm specialises in early-stage investments across Africa's rapidly expanding tech sector. With a strong track record and a values-driven culture, they combine capital with strategic and operational support to help startups scale sustainably and successfully.

The Role

As an Investment Analyst, you'll become a core part of the investment team, working directly on deals, financial analysis, portfolio management, and reporting. You'll gain exposure across the full investment lifecycle, from due diligence to exits.

Key Responsibilities :

• Conduct financial due diligence, modelling, and valuation of investment opportunities
• Prepare investment papers and industry analyses for internal decision-making
• Support portfolio companies through performance tracking and reporting
• Monitor key performance and impact metrics across investments
• Assist with fund-related activities and investment execution
• Attend industry events and represent the firm within the tech ecosystem

What We're Looking For :

• CA(SA) or CFA qualification
• 1-3 years of experience in consulting, or a similar analytical role
• Strong Excel skills and experience in non-listed equity valuations (advantageous)
• Excellent communication skills and analytical thinking
• Self-starter with a high level of accountability and team orientation

What's On Offer :

• Join a mission-driven, high-performance investment team
• Exposure to leading African startups and VC partners
• Cape Town-based role with flexible work culture (not fully remote)
• Competitive package including potential for performance incentives and equity

Please note that if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, please consider it as unsuccessful for this particular role.