Junior Asset Manager

Old Mutual Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in Africa is seeking an IT Hardware Asset Management professional in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will support asset management, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Key responsibilities include data management and lifecycle management of assets. Candidates should have experience with asset management systems and possess ITIL Foundations Certification. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential for this role. The company champions positive futures for both clients and employees.

Qualifications

• Experience with IT Asset Management automated systems required.
• ITIL Foundations V4 Certification is mandatory.
• Knowledge of Hardware Asset Management Life Cycle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis on market trends and asset performance.
• Assist in data collection and organization related to assets.
• Prepare reports and presentations for management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent certification

Tools

Service Now

MS Excel

Job description

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description The successful incumbent in this role will work within the IT Hardware Asset Management (HAM) Team and is responsible for supporting the management and optimization of an organization's assets, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

This role involves monitoring asset performance, maintaining accurate records, and assisting in lifecycle management.

They will work closely with senior managers and other departments to implement asset strategies, track utilization, and support decision-making through data analysis and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and Analysis: Conducting basic research and analysis on market trends, asset performance, and investment opportunities.
• Data Management: Assisting in the collection, organization, and maintenance of data related to assets.
• Reporting: Preparing initial drafts of reports and presentations for senior managers and clients.
• Support: Providing administrative and operational support to senior asset managers and support to the Advisor journey.
• Learning and Development: Continuously learning about asset management practices, financial markets, and investment strategies.
• Asset Life Cycle: Support, manage and maintain assets through the entire life cycle.
• Collaborate: With finance, operations, and IT teams.

Requirements

• Experience with IT Asset Management automated systems, such as Service Now*
• ITIL Foundations V4 Certification*
• Knowledge of Hardware Asset Management Life Cycle
• Preferred: ITIL – ITAM Certification
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent diploma or certifications in the specialized IT fields
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in asset management tools and MS Excel.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic understanding of financial principles and asset valuation.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Competencies

• Computer Literacy
• Database Administration
• Database Management Systems (DBMS)
• Database Queries
• Data Controls
• Document Management
• Executing Plans
• Expertise Management System
• Knowledge Management
• Metadata Management
• Object-Oriented Database Management System (OODBMS)
• Office Systems
• Oral Communications
• Policies & Procedures
• Test Case Management

Additional Competencies

• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Decision Quality
• Ensures Accountability
• Manages Complexity
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Plans and Aligns
• Tech Savvy

Education

NQF Level 4 - Grade 12, School leaving Certificate, National or Occupational Certificate or equivalent (Required)

Closing Date

14 December , 23 : 59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

The Old Mutual Story!

Old Mutual is a premium African financial services organisation that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key market segments in 14 countries.

The lines of business include Life and Savings, Property and Casualty, Asset Management and Banking and Lending.

We are rooted in our purpose of Championing Mutually Positive Futures Every Day and believe that a great customer experience is anchored in a great employee experience.