Senior Credit Analyst – Investment Management | Cape Town

Are you an experienced Credit Analyst with deep expertise in credit research, market monitoring, and structured finance? A leading South African investment manager is seeking a Senior Credit Analyst to join its dynamic and high-performing Fixed Income team in Cape Town.

This opportunity offers you the chance to work in an established, high-integrity investment environment that combines institutional excellence with values-driven leadership.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

Drive and evolve credit risk processes to align with investment strategy.

Conduct in-depth credit and market analysis (both domestic and global).

Present credit views and contribute to portfolio construction decisions.

Monitor credit exposure and compliance post-investment.

Support investment committees and approval processes through detailed risk analysis.

Engage in periodic internal reviews, site visits, and company monitoring.

Collaborate with Portfolio Managers and Risk functions to ensure risk-adjusted returns.

 

 

Your Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent. Postgraduate qualification (CA, CFA) is preferred.

7–10 years of relevant experience in commercial credit, including listed/unlisted debt, structured finance, project finance, and securitisation.

Strong analytical and numerical capabilities, including working with large datasets and advanced Excel skills.

Experience with credit ratings models and risk systems; proficiency with Bloomberg/Reuters is a plus.

A strategic thinker with excellent presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Comfortable navigating complex credit instruments and regulatory environments.

 

 

Ideal Candidate Competencies

Proven track record in deal sourcing and end-to-end transaction management.

Deep understanding of credit pricing, structuring, and valuation.

High degree of commercial awareness and ability to assess macro and microeconomic risks.

Ability to manage stakeholder relationships and operate within a collaborative investment culture.

 

 

Location: Cape Town (Hybrid work model available)

 

 

Why Join?

This is a rare opportunity to shape credit investment strategy within a values-led organisation that prioritises long-term impact, professional excellence, and collaborative growth.

You’ll play a pivotal role in building South Africa’s investment landscape while gaining exposure to multi-asset strategies and innovative investment thinking.