Key Responsibilities: Credit Strategy Development: Collaborate with leadership to design and implement credit strategies that align with portfolio objectives.Product Innovation: Research and develop credit product opportunities to enhance portfolio performance.Investment Decision-Making: Provide credit expertise and execute new transactions in partnership with asset managers.Portfolio Oversight: Benchmark and report on credit portfolio exposures, manage counterparty watchlists, and support transaction restructuring.Stakeholder Engagement: Work with asset managers to source unlisted asset opportunities and ensure adherence to mandates.Research & Valuation: Deliver market insights, prepare industry research, and assist in asset valuations.Internal Improvements: Develop and refine internal ratings scorecards and facilitate strategy implementation.Qualifications & Experience Required:Education: BCom, BBusSci, or equivalent.
CA(SA) or CFA designation is a distinct advantage.Experience: At least 5 years in credit analysis with strong knowledge of fixed-income instruments and investments.Competencies:Professionalism with excellent attention to detail.Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Effective planning, organizational, and communication skills.Team-oriented yet able to work independently.Client-focused with a strong commercial mindset.Resilient under pressure and results-driven.Why Consider This Role?This is a unique opportunity to join a team that drives innovation and shapes credit strategies while working on a diversified portfolio within the financial services industry.Interested?Contact me directly for more information or to apply:Crushen PietersenSenior Specialist Consultant: Actuarial & Analytics??cpietersen