Lending Analyst

FirstRand Bank India; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstRand Bank India in Johannesburg seeks a Lending Analyst to support the private banking team’s secured lending operations for UHNWIs. You will verify documentation, coordinate with relationship teams, and help prepare credit applications while maintaining strict confidentiality and high service standards.

Key duties include processing secured lending, client communication, portfolio monitoring, covenant tracking, and contributing to loan committee preparations, ensuring accuracy and

Qualifications

• Must have FSCA recognised qualification.
• Must hold a minimum NQF Level 7 degree.
• RE5 certification or equivalent regulatory exam.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify secured lending application documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Collect and organize required financial documents from clients including tax returns, financial statements, and asset verification.
• Assist in preparation of credit applications with the Lending Specialists.
• Track application status and maintain regular communication with clients.
• Serve as primary contact for lending inquiries and coordinate with relationship teams.
• Assist in monitoring existing loan portfolios and track covenant compliance.
• Prepare regular portfolio status reports and assist in loan reviews and renewals.
• Schedule and coordinate loan committee meetings and prepare materials.

Education

FSCA Recognised Qualification

NQF Level 7 Degree

RE5

Job description

Job Description

The Lending Analyst plays a crucial role in supporting the private banking team’s lending operations, serving ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) and managing complex lending relationships. This position requires a detail-oriented professional who can handle confidential financial information while providing exceptional customer service.

Secured Lending Processing

• Review and verify secured lending application documentation for completeness and accuracy
• Collect and organize required financial documents from clients including tax returns, financial statements, and asset verification
• Conduct preliminary assessment of loan applications against bank lending criteria
• Assist in preparation of credit applications with the Lending Specialists
• Track application status and maintain regular communication with clients

Client Service & Communication

• Serve as primary point of contact for lending-related inquiries from clients
• Coordinate with relationship team to understand client needs and preferences
• Provide updates on loan application status to clients and internal stakeholders
• Schedule and prepare documentation for client meetings
• Maintain professional communication with ultra-high-net-worth clients

Documentation & Compliance

• Assist in monitoring existing loan portfolios
• Track loan covenant compliance and payment schedules
• Prepare regular portfolio status reports
• Monitor collateral valuations and margin requirements
• Support annual loan reviews and renewals

Administrative Support

• Schedule and coordinate loan committee meetings
• Prepare presentation materials for loan committee review
• Maintain lending department calendar and deadlines
• Generate standard and custom reports for management
• Assist in special projects related to lending operations

Minimum Requirements:

• FSCA Recognised Qualification
• Minimum NQF Level 7 Degree
• RE5

Important Closing Date Note

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

27/09/26

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. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.