Investment Analyst - Diversified Credit

Communicate Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a driven investment professional to join a high-performing credit team. This role involves conducting thorough evaluations, preparing and presenting credit proposals, and engaging with market participants. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in credit risk analysis, legal documentation, and structured credit investments. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to enhancing risk management frameworks while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are a self-motivated individual with excellent analytical and communication skills, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of post-articles experience in credit risk.
• Strong understanding of structured credit investments and legal agreements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and legal analysis on counterparties and sectors.
• Prepare credit proposals and monitor sector developments.

Skills

Credit Risk Analysis

Legal Documentation Review

Quantitative Risk Rating

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

CA(SA)

CFA

Professional Qualification

Tools

Excel

Financial Modelling

Job description

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.