Lending Analyst

FirstRand Bank Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in South Africa is seeking a Lending Specialist to manage end-to-end lending transactions and foster client relationships. This role requires 2-3 years of experience in lending or private banking, and offers opportunities for growth in a dynamic team environment. Ideal candidates are adaptable, data-driven, and thrive in collaboration.

Benefits

Opportunities to network and collaborate

Challenging working environment

Opportunities to innovate

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in lending or private banking.
• Skills in deal preparation and client management.

Responsibilities

• Achieving expected financial targets and maintaining service levels.
• Developing and managing stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Client management

Portfolio housekeeping

Deal preparation

Complaint management

Education

Degree qualification

Job description

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of the people who make it happen.

As part of our team in FNB HSL, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together to ignite effective change.

We are looking for a Lending Specialist to assist in proactively managing end-to-end lending transactions for PC and PW clients, working with a team of specialists to provide analysis, support, and sales and service fulfillment. The goal is to leverage lending to secure new-to-bank clients and further entrench existing clients.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Achieving expected financial targets and maintaining service levels.
2. Providing efficient administration through careful planning, reporting, and updating relevant information.
3. Assisting with profit growth via sales and acquisition of new clients.
4. Developing and managing stakeholder relationships to achieve operational objectives.

Ideal candidate profile:

• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in lending, private banking, or similar roles.
• Degree qualification.
• Skills and knowledge in deal preparation, client management, portfolio housekeeping, deal specialist stand-in, escalation, and complaint management.

What you will have access to:

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• A challenging working environment.
• Opportunities to innovate.

We can be a match if you are:

• Adaptable and curious.
• Able to analyze complex data sets.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment.
• Resilient and level-headed in challenging situations.

If interested, apply now to take the next step. We look forward to engaging with you!

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. Candidates may disclose disability information voluntarily; this will be kept confidential unless required by law.

Please note applications will not be accepted after 26/06/2025. Submit your application before the deadline.