Graduate Analyst – Investment industry – Johannesburg, Gauteng

Hire Resolve’s client in the investment industry is urgently seeking the expertise of a Graduate Analyst in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Assist with financial analysis, research, and due diligence for transactions.
• Support the deal team in preparing pitch books and presentations.
• Develop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and data analysis tools.
• Conduct market research and analyse industry trends.
• Assist with transaction execution, including deal closing and documentation.
• Manage data room contents and indexes.
• Prepare materials for investor meetings and publications.
• Update pipelines, presentations, and other marketing materials.
• Participate in meetings with investors, prospective investors, and partners.
• Conduct due diligence on potential investee companies.
• Prepare investment memoranda and present investment opportunities.
• Analyse financial forecasts, benchmarking, and covenant compliance

Requirements

• A degree in a relevant field such as Economics, Business, Finance, Accounting, or Investments.
• Strong academic record in mathematics (minimum 80% in matric) and English (minimum 70% in matric).
• Some experience in the financial sector, specifically in credit or private capital investing/analysis, is considered a plus.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and quantitative reasoning skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Competence in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to work.
• Proficiency in French, Portuguese or Mandarin is advantageous but not mandatory.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve on adrienne.steyn@hireresolve.us or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: financialcareers@hireresolve.za.com

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.