Analyst jobs in South Africa

A financial advisory boutique specializing in renewable energies and the energy transition, with over 10 years of sector experience and 10 global offices across different markets.

They advise clients on strategic projects in equity (M&A, venture or growth capital) or debt (project finance, private placements, LBOs) transactions.

The Cape Town office, established 4 years ago, is actively engaged in several projects, covering the sub-Saharan region with support from additional African offices. With ambitious growth plans, the ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial and eager to develop a financial career within a fast-growing company in the renewable energy sector.

In this role, you will report directly to the Southern Africa Managing Partner and collaborate closely with the African team on active advisory mandates across all phases.

You will have the opportunity to support a diverse, multicultural team executing mandates in the Sub-Saharan Africa region, involving transactions in M&A, Project Finance, or Strategic Advisory.

Main Responsibilities include:

1. Perform financial analysis of projects or companies
2. Assist in building financial models (Project Finance or M&A)
3. Conduct due diligence on transactions

Requirements:

1. 1 to 3 years of experience within a corporate, advisory firm, or investment fund
2. Experience in infrastructure or project finance is a plus
3. Interest in or knowledge of the renewable energy sector
4. Strong financial analysis skills, especially financial modeling
5. Candidates must be South African or authorized to work in the region

What is on offer:

1. Opportunity to work across the entire transaction process, from initiation to completion
2. Engagement in the exciting and rewarding renewable energy sector
3. Competitive salary, plus a bonus of up to 50% and additional perks

If this role and company interest you, please apply.