Portfolio Analyst

Parvana; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment firm in Cape Town seeks a Data Analyst to manage substantial portfolio data, ensuring high integrity and accuracy. The role involves analyzing data for client reporting, requiring strong skills in SQL, Excel, and Power BI. Candidates should hold an undergraduate degree in a quantitative field and demonstrate effective communication skills. A keen interest in financial services and the ability to meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment are essential. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative investment solutions.

Qualifications

• 1 - 2 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrates attention to detail and client data integrity.
• Communication skills for interacting with clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage work deliverables and plans effectively.
• Handle substantial market data daily.
• Analyze data for client reports and insights.
• Ensure integrity of sensitive client data.

Skills

Portfolio Data Analysis

Client Reporting

SQL

Excel

Power BI

Data Integrity

Complex Reconciliation

Initiative

Time Management

Education

Undergraduate degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or finance

Honours degree preferred

Job description

Client Details: With a focus on Africa, China, the UK and the US, this global investment firm offers you an opportunity to be involved with a unique approach to responsible investing whilst driving performance and innovation. This client is guided by a philosophy of investing with care and seeks out top achievers who are looking to redefine and shape the future of the investment industry. Our client holds a firm belief that their work goes beyond financial gains and numbers, recognising the impact of their actions on the lives and futures of those they serve. With a specialised focus on emerging markets and a passion for Africa and China, our client offers independent advice, analysis, and reporting services to a diverse range of asset owners, investment managers, hedge funds, private equity firms, service providers, and brokers.

What you will be doing

• Agree, prioritise, and manage work deliverables and plans.
• Handle substantial portfolio and market data daily.
• Retrieve, validate, reconcile, and analyse data for regular and periodic reports.
• Interrogate, interpret, and analyse data to produce client reports and advisory insights.
• Safeguard the integrity of sensitive client data and manually verify statistics.
• Review reports from fellow analysts and address report queries when needed.
• Provide ad hoc analyses, suggestions, and support.
• Contribute ideas for technical solutions and process improvements.
• Participate in quality management processes and identify inefficiencies.
• Set and pursue career objectives, annual goals, and engage in knowledge sharing.
• Actively participate in organisational discussions, events, and innovation.
• Perform ad hoc analyses as required.

What our client is looking for

• Holds an undergraduate degree, preferably in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or finance.
• An Honours degree is preferable.
• Shows interest in pursuing CFA, FRM, or CAIA charter.
• 1 - 2 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrates attention to detail and sensitive client data integrity.
• Manages large volumes of portfolio and market data.
• Understands portfolio and instrument-level information.
• Quick learner with interest in financial services and industry trends.
• Possesses strong analytical skills and good time management.
• Exposure to or experience with Excel, SQL and Power BI would be beneficial.
• Able to handle pressure, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Communicates clearly and politely with clients, both verbally and in writing.
• Exhibits initiative, proactive problem-solving, and teamwork.
• Willing to dedicate extra hours when needed to meet deadlines.

Job ID

• J107063

For a more comprehensive list of opportunities that we have on offer, do visit our website - https://www.parvana.co.uk/careers

Requirements

Portfolio Data Analysis, Client Reporting, SQL/Excel/PowerBI, CFA/FRM/CAIA Interest, Data Integrity, Complex Reconciliation, Initiative, Time Management