Senior Associate: Specialised FinanceNedbank • Johannesburg, ZA

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Senior Associate : Specialised Finance

Nedbank • Johannesburg, ZA

30+ days ago

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Job title : Senior Associate : Specialised Finance

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : December 01, 2025

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Job Purpose

To assist with conceptualising; identifying; developing and executing profitable Structured Finance solutions; in line with Nedbank business strategy.

Job Responsibilities

Achieve financial results set by management by assisting principals in securing mandates which contribute to improved client service.

Assist in the structuring of deals and advising of clients on funding options by originating; arranging; implementing and refinancing of Structured Finance transactions for clients cost effectively; on time and within risk parameters.

Maintain market share of Structured Finance deals being accepted and implemented through client pitches.

Assist in the structuring; origination; implementation; and monitoring of deals; taking corrective action when required; by assisting in compiling and pitching presentations to prospective clients; compiling credit papers for presentation to Credit Committee for new and existing deals and assisting Transaction Management; Finance and other stakeholders on the implementation of deals.

Cross-sell other products offered by Nedbank by keeping abreast of Nedbank's offerings in terms of quality; cost; business expectations and compliance.Support effective execution of transactions; complying with risk standards; monitoring and taking corrective action when required by modelling; researching; analysing investment proposals and executing legal agreements.Improve deal origination by providing multidisciplinary solutions; identifying and resolving work problems and deliverying the required output to clients; and refining and enhancing coverage.

Ensure deals are implemented appropriately; and adhere to policies; procedures and regulatory requirements by developing; maintaining; and running risk and pricing models.

Build and maintain sound professional relationships by understanding client needs and consistently meeting their needs.

Develop collaborative client and internal relationships by providing high quality advice; execution; and delivery on new and existing transactions meeting business needs.

Meet and exceed client needs constantly by maintaining open channels of communication with internal stakeholders and ensuring smooth workflow.

Contribute to a culture conducive to the achievement of transformation goals by participating in Nedbank Culture building initiatives (e.g. staff surveys etc).

Participate and support corporate responsibility initiatives for the achievement of business strategy (e.g.. Green Strategy).

Seek opportunities to improve business processes and systems by identifying and recommending effective ways to operate and adding value to Nedbank.

Support the achievement of the business strategy; objectives and values by reviewing Nedbank and Business Unit Plan and ensuring delivered systems; process; services and solutions are aligned.Identify training courses and career progression for self through input and feedback from management.

Ensure all personal development plan activities are completed within specified timeframe.

Share knowledge and industry trends with team and stakeholders during formal and informal interaction.

Obtain buy-in for developing new and / or enhanced processes (e.g. operational processes) that will improve the functioning of stakeholders' businesses by highlighting benefits in support of the implementation of recommendations. (This was deleted but I think it is appropriate to be included).

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate

Professional Qualifications / Honour’s Degree

Preferred Qualification

Honours Degree in Finance, Economics, Investment Management, or a related field

CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation or progress toward it

CA(SA) – Chartered Accountant (South Africa)

LLB – Bachelor of Laws (especially useful for deal structuring and legal agreements)

MBA – Master of Business Administration (with a focus on finance or strategy)

Minimum Experience Level

6–8 years of experience in :

Investment Banking

Structured Finance

Corporate Finance

Debt Capital Markets

Project Finance

Proven track record in :

Origination and execution of structured finance transactions

Client engagement and deal pitching

Financial modelling and risk analysis

Drafting and reviewing credit papers

Navigating regulatory frameworks and compliance

Technical / Professional Knowledge

Business Acumen

Business principles

Business writing

Data analysis

Governance, Risk and Controls

Principles of financial management

Relevant regulatory knowledge

Relevant software and systems knowledge

Research methodology

Relevant product knowledge

Behavioural Competencies

Applied Learning

Communication

Collaborating

Building partnerships

Managing Work

Technical / Professional Knowledge and Skills

Accounting / Financial Services jobs

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