East London: Area Manager posted by Abantu Staffing Solutions

Overview:

The position is based in East London, and oversees the broader East London / Border-Kei area. The successful person will work closely with the team, which includes Investment Specialists and Interns. The company is a entrepreneurs financier, empowering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through tailor-made financing solutions, mentorship, technical assistance, and affordable business premises.

Minimum Requirements:

• Completed BCom Degree with Accounting or Finance as a major, or other business-related field
• 5+ years experience in Business Investment environment
• Experience is banking, sales and marketing
• Strong relationship building skills
• Strong financial and financial data analysis skills

Responsibilities:

• Marketing, presenting and building networks
• Recruiting, developing, managing and retaining staff at the area office
• Managing the investment process of the area office by screening and evaluating proposals, providing guidance on due diligence, reviewing reports, managing the integrity of the book and ensuring that supporting administrative procedures are in place
• Attending and making decisions at various committee meetings
• Maintaining operational support functions at the area office
• Assuming income/expense responsibilities for the area office

Competencies:

• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Leading and Supervising
• Persuading and Influencing
• Presenting and Communicating Information
• Planning and Organising