Junior Asset Manager

Watershed Consulting; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in South Africa is seeking a Junior Asset Manager based in Bryanston, Sandton. The ideal candidate will optimize secondary profits by managing asset risk and lifecycle strategies. Responsibilities include conducting risk analyses, maximizing income potential, and engaging with clients to enhance returns. A BCom in Finance and a minimum of 3 years' experience in financial modelling are required. Join a dynamic team focused on strategic asset management and client satisfaction.

Benefits

Provident Fund

Medical Aid

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in risk, pricing, and financial/spreadsheet modelling.
• Strong understanding of rental/lease products.
• Experience with operating leases and secondary profit strategies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk analyses and predict asset behavior.
• Maximize income potential through effective management.
• Oversee full asset lifecycle from acquisition to end-of-term.
• Participate in client meetings to understand asset use.
• Identify new business opportunities and refer to Sales Executives.

Skills

Financial modelling

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Business acumen

Customer relationship management

Education

BCom in Finance or similar

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Junior Asset Manager — Bryanston, Sandton

CTC : R per month

Includes Provident Fund & Medical Aid

Purpose of the Role

To optimize secondary profits by managing asset risk, lifecycle, and end-of-term strategies within rental / lease transactions. This includes conducting risk analyses, developing pricing strategies, and ensuring all business falls within mandate guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Risk and Profit Management : Conduct risk analyses and predict asset behaviour and performance.
• Risk and Profit Management : Maximize income potential through effective management of secondary profit and residual value.
• Risk and Profit Management : Ensure all deals fall within risk guidelines and mandates.
• Risk and Profit Management : Provide guidance to stakeholders on risk management best practices.
• Risk and Profit Management : Review and sign-off deal packs to ensure compliance and profitability.
• Risk and Profit Management : Conduct quarterly risk reviews on asset types and monitor GRV exposure trends.
• Risk and Profit Management : Establish controls to protect the company against adverse outcomes.
• Asset Lifecycle Management : Oversee full asset lifecycle from acquisition to end-of-term strategy.
• Asset Lifecycle Management : Analyze and determine asset types for profitability and strategic fit.
• Asset Lifecycle Management : Adjust asset strategies based on performance data and market trends.
• Client and Deal Engagement : Participate in client meetings to understand asset use and business needs.
• Client and Deal Engagement : Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance returns and client relationships.
• Client and Deal Engagement : Collaborate with Sales Executives and Business Managers to design optimal deal structures.
• Client and Deal Engagement : Proactively engage with clients for account evaluations and proposal negotiations.
• Client and Deal Engagement : Present monthly results and asset reviews to internal and external stakeholders.
• Client and Deal Engagement : Identify and resolve client challenges while aligning with organizational strategy.
• Business & Strategic Development : Identify new business opportunities and refer to Sales Executives.
• Business & Strategic Development : Recommend enhancements to rental models based on asset performance and trends.
• Business & Strategic Development : Manage internal stakeholder interactions to ensure consistent client service.

Qualifications & Experience

Education: BCom in Finance, Financial Management, or similar commercial qualification.

Experience: Minimum 3 years in risk, pricing, and financial / spreadsheet modelling.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial and tax understanding of rental / lease products.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling (SAP experience advantageous).
• High level of numeracy and analytical thinking.
• Experience with operating leases and secondary profit strategies.
• Business acumen and customer relationship management.
• Ability to interpret and apply time value of money in deal structuring.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong in advanced mathematics and financial modelling.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to price complex deals accurately.
• Confident communicator, able to work cross-functionally with Sales and Finance teams.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and commercially savvy.

Skillset Required

• Cco, Proactive, Cro, Mathematics, Business Acumen, Strategic Thinker, Education, Erp, Risk Management, Strategic Plans, Relationship Management, Analytical Thinking, Compliance, Excel, Financial Management, Detail-oriented, Sap, Customer Relationship Management, Trends