Credit Analyst

Recruiter:

CA Financial Appointments

Job Ref:

57578

Date posted:

Friday, February 14, 2025

Location:

Tokai, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:
Exceptional opportunity for a newly qualified CA(SA) with a keen interest in the area of investments

POSITION INFO:
Exceptional opportunity for a newly qualified CA(SA) with a keen interest in the area of investments and pursuing CFA studies within the Credit Funds space at an investment management team. This is suited to a passionate young investment professional, who follows the markets and is keen on a career in the Credit Funds space. Requirements: Validate Investment model, research processes Assist with model validation policies Review processes and analytics tools, that monitor accuracy on model and portfolio Review and develop quantitative models and techniques Utilise financial scorecards to analyse creditworthiness of companies and sub-factor drivers of credit score, incorporate ESG analysis Analyse and research, assess and monitor creditworthiness of borrowers or issuers over term of exposure Monitor risk-adjusted return of credit universe, assemble and oversee portfolio optimization models, make recommendations to enhance credit portfolio performance Review opportunities both listed and unlisted assets, including exposure to assets in Infrastructure Funds Develop debt investments via new and existing borrowers, liaise with bond issuers, DCM teams, arrangers, and rating agencies Give input into development of broader responsible investment policies, ESG methodologies, and impact strategies Validate investment models and monitor portfolio performance and accuracy Ensure the accuracy and currency of information used in the process Requirements: Minimum of either CA(SA) qualified or relevant Post Graduate Degree \/ Masters with a preference to candidates pursuing CFA Advanced Excel Skills \/ model building \/ programming experience advantageous Highly structured, attention to detail and accurate Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to manage complex processes and focus on business outcomes Strong work ethic, self-motivated, driven and result oriented High level of self-confidence Ability to manage workflow on longer-term research projects and demonstrate high technical competence Passionate about investments Please note that if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, please consider it as unsuccessful for this particular role. Please do though continue to follow us online and apply for suitable opportunities.

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