Credit Analyst

An exceptional opportunity exists for a talented and analytical
individual to join a leading investment management firm. The successful
candidate will contribute to the credit function within the fixed income team,
assessing credit as an asset class and supporting portfolio management
decisions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct credit
    research on banks, corporates, and government-related issuers.
  • Analyse
    financial statements to assess creditworthiness and advise on pricing of
    instruments.
  • Liaise with
    arrangers, issuers, and ratings agencies on upcoming and existing bond
    issuances.
  • Investigate new
    entrants to the bond market and comparable issuers globally.
  • Interpret
    economic variables, analyse yield curves, and perform quantitative
    analysis.
  • Present
    insights and recommendations to the internal credit committee.
  • Contribute to
    investment decisions and assist with operational analysis.

Preferred Experience & Skills

  • Proven
    experience in credit analysis and strong understanding of financial
    markets.
  • Solid
    accounting background (articles advantageous).
  • Exposure to
    debt investing and fixed income products.
  • Excellent
    analytical, investigative, and presentation skills.
  • High attention
    to detail and intellectual curiosity.

 

Qualifications

  • Chartered
    Accountant (CA(SA)) or CFA preferred.
  • BCom, Business
    Science, or equivalent in Finance, Economics, or Quantitative disciplines.

 

Attributes That Set You Apart

  • Smart,
    insightful, and passionate about markets.
  • A proactive
    self-starter who enjoys independent research.
  • Willingness to
    travel when needed.

 

Technical Proficiency

  • Advanced Excel
    skills and familiarity with Bloomberg.

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to
apply by sending their CV to pallo@capitala.co.za