Portfolio Manager

Recruiter:

AFRIZAN

Job Ref:

Portfolio Manager

Date posted:

Thursday, July 17, 2025

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable

SUMMARY:
A leading asset management firm is seeking a Portfolio Manager to spearhead its Rest of Africa equity strategy.

POSITION INFO:

Are you an experienced investment professional ready to lead a high-performing team in driving investment growth across the African continent (excluding South Africa)?

A leading asset management firm is seeking a Portfolio Manager to spearhead its Rest of Africa equity strategy. This exciting opportunity is ideal for someone with a passion for emerging markets, a strategic mindset, and a strong background in portfolio management and investment analysis.

In this role, the successful candidate will take responsibility for overseeing a substantial equity portfolio, contributing critical insights that influence sector allocation, and managing a team of analysts and assistant portfolio managers.

Key Duties:

Manage sector-focused funds to deliver strong returns
Analyse macro and microeconomic factors and their sector impact
Conduct in-depth valuations and present investment theses
Provide high-quality investment reports to internal and external stakeholders
Design customised financial models and valuation tools
Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of investment professionals
Engage in local and international travel as required

Key Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance or Science
8–10 years of relevant investment industry experience
5–10 years’ experience in senior management
FAIS RE05 Certificate
Postgraduate degree (preferred) in a relevant field
CFA/SAICA or equivalent qualification (preferred)
Strong skills in equity valuation, portfolio construction, and risk attribution
Excellent leadership, analytical and communication abilities

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