Johannesburg North: Credit Investment Portfolio Analyst posted by Network Finance

This position offers exposure to complex distressed credit transactions and high-level investment decision-making. The successful candidate will support the Credit Investment Portfolio Manager and senior executives across the full deal lifecycle – from origination and modelling through to execution and post-investment monitoring.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Deal Structuring & Investment Analysis
– Develop detailed financial models (DCF, scenario and sensitivity analysis, stress testing)
– Prepare investment cases, valuation reports, and investment committee materials
– Support due diligence, data validation, and transaction execution processes

Opportunity Identification & Market Analysis
– Analyse distressed credit opportunities and NPL portfolios
– Assess provisioning frameworks, regulatory considerations, and financial statement impacts
– Conduct market research to identify viable investment strategies

Transaction & Portfolio Management
– Coordinate cross-functional inputs (legal, compliance, finance, operations, valuations)
– Track deal timelines and ensure accurate information flow
– Monitor portfolio performance post-acquisition and produce regular reporting

REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications
– CA(SA), CFA (or in progress), or BCom Honours in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field
Experience
– 2–4 years’ experience in investment analysis, financial modelling, corporate finance, investment banking, or credit/NPL portfolio evaluation
– Exposure to distressed credit or debt sales advantageous

Technical Competencies
– Strong financial modelling and valuation skills
– Understanding of IFRS 9, Basel capital considerations, and credit risk principles
– Advanced Excel skills; PowerPoint proficiency essential
– Exposure to SQL or BI tools advantageous

Behavioural Profile
– Commercially astute with strong analytical rigour
– Confident communicator able to present to senior stakeholders
– Detail-oriented, resilient, and adaptable in a high-performance environment
– High integrity and professional maturity
This opportunity is suited to an ambitious investment professional seeking meaningful exposure to distressed credit structuring, innovative capital solutions, and complex investment execution within a fast-paced, specialist team.

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