Investment Analyst

Communicate Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Communicate Recruitment in Johannesburg is seeking a candidate to support the investment team in evaluating new opportunities, conducting financial analysis, due diligence, and preparing recommendations. You will analyse financial information, assess risks, build valuation models, monitor market developments, and contribute to investment reports.

This role offers broad exposure to the full investment lifecycle and opportunities to work on projects that contribute to economic growth and

Qualifications

• A relevant degree in finance or engineering.
• Strong financial analysis and modelling ability.
• Experience with due diligence, investment papers, and presentations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial and commercial due diligence on potential investments
• Analyse financial statements, business models, and investment opportunities
• Prepare investment papers, reports, and recommendations
• Develop financial models and perform investment valuations
• Monitor market trends, industry developments, and emerging opportunities
• Assess investment risks and provide analytical insights
• Prepare investor reports, presentations, and supporting documentation
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders throughout transaction processes
• Support compliance and reporting requirements
• Assist with transaction execution and post-investment monitoring
• Strong financial analysis and modelling skills
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
• Willingness to travel when required

Skills

Financial modelling

Due diligence

Valuation

Investment reports

Stakeholder liaison

Market analysis

Presentation skills

Travel willingness

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

BCom Finance

BSc Actuarial Science

BSc Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

The successful candidate will support the investment team in evaluating new investment opportunities, conducting financial analysis, performing due diligence, and preparing investment recommendations. You will analyse financial information, assess risks and opportunities, build valuation models, monitor market developments, and contribute to investment reports and presentations. The role offers broad exposure to the full investment lifecycle and provides the opportunity to work on projects that contribute to economic growth and development.

Skills & Experience:

• Conduct financial and commercial due diligence on potential investments
• Analyse financial statements, business models, and investment opportunities
• Prepare investment papers, reports, and recommendations
• Develop financial models and perform investment valuations
• Monitor market trends, industry developments, and emerging opportunities
• Assess investment risks and provide analytical insights
• Prepare investor reports, presentations, and supporting documentation
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders throughout transaction processes
• Support compliance and reporting requirements
• Assist with transaction execution and post-investment monitoring
• Strong financial analysis and modelling skills
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
• Willingness to travel when required

Qualification:

• BCom Finance, BSc Actuarial Science or BSc Engineering degree

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