Junior Investment Analyst

SUMMARY:
Exciting opportunity for a driven, analytical, and commercially minded individual looking to develop into a full deal originator role over time. - Cape Town, Southern Suburbs.

POSITION INFO:
Are you a financially minded, analytical individual looking to build your career in investment analysis and property finance? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing specialist credit provider focused on property-secured lending and development finance across South Africa's major metropolitan areas. With an expanding lending portfolio the business is looking for a motivated Junior Investment Analyst to work closely with senior investment and operational leadership. This role offers valuable exposure to the full transaction lifecycle, from credit assessment and due diligence to loan portfolio monitoring and risk management. The Opportunity You will play an integral role in supporting existing lending transactions, evaluating new investment opportunities and ensuring that credit processes, risk controls and administrative requirements are managed effectively. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, investigating financial information and understanding the commercial fundamentals behind property investments. Key Responsibilities Loan Portfolio Management Process drawdown requests and ensure disbursements comply with approved credit terms. Obtain, review and analyse monthly project and borrower updates. Monitor transactions against established risk management frameworks, identifying potential risks, non-compliance and performance concerns. Support the finance team with transaction-related queries and assist with the operational management of existing loans. Participate in project site visits alongside the Investment Analyst. Credit Analysis & New Transactions Assist with managing client relationships and maintaining a high standard of client service. Gather, review and analyse due diligence documentation for prospective lending transactions. Assess financial and project information against relevant credit criteria and risk metrics. Identify potential risks, investigate outstanding credit considerations and ensure that key questions are addressed. Prepare comprehensive due diligence files and draft credit minutes for review by the Investment Analyst and credit team. What We''re Looking For A CA(SA) or Business Science degree 2-3 years' relevant work experience, ideally within property, finance, credit or investment-related environments. Experience or exposure to financial modelling. A sound understanding of financial statements and basic financial analysis. Strong analytical thinking and the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risk. Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to see tasks through to completion. Clear, confident communication skills and the ability to engage professionally with a range of stakeholders. A proactive, diligent and solutions-oriented approach to work. Why Consider This Opportunity? Gain hands-on experience in specialist property finance, credit assessment and investment due diligence while working closely with experienced investment and operational professionals. If you are eager to develop your financial analysis skills, deepen your understanding of property-backed lending and build a career in investment and credit, this role offers an excellent platform for growth. Interested in taking the next step in your career? Please send your CV to