Johannesburg: Senior Investment Officer, Houghton

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria: BCom Degree in Accounting, Finance or another business-related field Minimum level of Financial Accounting 2 or equivalent 4 years experience in business investment / business investment structuring Experience in auditing, banking and / or sales and marketing will be advantageous Must have the ability to build & maintain relationships, have strong negotiation skills and be results focused Must be able to network with people, with persuasion / influencing skills Must have commercial / entrepreneurial thinking The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to: Conducting market research to identify potential clients and strategic partnerships Organizing and participating in networking events, conferences, and industry forums to establish and strengthen business networks. Assessing the financial health and potential risks of targeted companies through comprehensive due diligence. Creating detailed financial models, including revenue projections, cost analysis, risk assessment, and return calculations to guide investment decisions. Drafting comprehensive investment reports that communicate findings, risks, and potential returns to stakeholders. Structuring and negotiating viable financing solutions with targeted companies to optimize returns based on the associated risk. Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders in the broader SME market. Monitoring and evaluating the performance of client portfolios. Keeping abreast of industry regulations, market dynamics, and economic trends to adapt investment strategies accordingly Salary: Negotiable Please email detailed CV and supporting documentation and salary requirements through to