Investment Officer

Our client is searching for an Investment Officer to join their team in Pretoria.

This is not a back-office bean counter role . The Investment Officer we need is a financially sharp dealmaker who doesn’t freeze when it’s time to pick up the phone, pitch a proposal, or walk into a room full of strangers to close a deal.

Yes, you’ll need strong financial modelling and analysis skills , but just as important is your ability to hunt for opportunities , market yourself and the business , build networks from scratch , and follow through until deals are signed . If you get energised by targets, negotiations, and the chase , you will thrive here.

You will present to clients, negotiate terms, and build long-term relationships while juggling financial risk assessment and portfolio monitoring. You need to be results-driven, fearless in your approach, persistent in follow-up, and professional in building trust with clients .

In short, we are looking for a financially savvy hustler with strong commercial instincts, persuasive energy, and the backbone to drive deals through from origination to closure .

If your idea of a great day is combining spreadsheet analysis with client coffees that lead to signed agreements , and you are hungry to grow your network and deal pipeline, this role is for you.

Responsibilities :

• Conducting market research to identify potential clients and strategic partnerships for the organisation.
• Organising 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 for the organisation 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.

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