Senior Portfolio Manager: Credit Solutions

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR009549/Angie

Date posted:

Friday, April 24, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
An established asset management firm is seeking a Senior Portfolio Manager to lead its credit strategies across investment grade, high yield, and structured credit portfolios. This role is suited to a commercially astute credit professional who can balance performance delivery with disciplined risk management, while contributing to the broader investment strategy of the business.
You will play a key role in shaping credit investment decisions, monitoring portfolio performance, and driving risk-adjusted returns within a sophisticated institutional environment.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities
Portfolio Management & Credit Analysis

Lead the management of credit portfolios across investment grade, high yield, and structured credit
Conduct in-depth credit analysis on issuers and borrowers, assessing creditworthiness and downside risks
Monitor portfolio performance, identifying trends, risks, and return opportunities
Develop and implement strategies to optimise portfolio performance while mitigating credit risk
Manage and respond to credit events, engaging with stakeholders where required

Investment Strategy & Reporting

Produce high-quality reporting and insights for internal stakeholders, clients, and credit committees
Deliver regular portfolio reviews, including performance attribution and risk assessments
Translate complex data into clear, actionable investment insights
Support the development and enhancement of credit risk models, tools, and frameworks

Risk, Compliance & Governance

Ensure adherence to internal credit policies and regulatory requirements
Maintain robust documentation and audit trails of all credit decisions
Engage with regulatory bodies where required
Contribute to the ongoing refinement of credit policies and governance frameworks

ESG & Market Insight

Integrate ESG and sustainability considerations into investment decision-making
Stay abreast of macroeconomic trends, market developments, and sector-specific risks
Contribute to responsible investing and impact reporting

Stakeholder Engagement

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, clients, and external counterparties
Participate in client engagements, presenting credit strategies and portfolio performance
Collaborate across investment, risk, and distribution teams

Core Requirements

Minimum 5+ years’ experience in credit portfolio management, credit analysis, or related fields
Proven experience across investment grade, high yield, and/or structured credit
Strong academic track record; CA(SA), CFA, or equivalent highly preferred
Solid experience gained within asset management, banking, private credit/equity, or ratings agencies

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