Investment Banking - Corporate Finance - Analyst

Description Details of the Division and Team

The purpose of this position is to provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to gain exposure to a leading Corporate Finance franchise as part of a leading international bank – the experience will encompass both advisory and capital markets work (debt and equity).

We strive to create a work environment where we embed health and well‑being at the heart of what we offer to support a sustainable performance culture.

• To gain global exposure through working with some of the most talented people in the financial industry
• To experience a culture where ambition and talent is met with opportunity, and everyone feels welcomed, accepted, respected, listened to and treated fairly in order to contribute and grow.
• To work in an environment that embraces change, strives for innovation and recognises the power of collaboration.
• A degree of flexibility

• Front office, client‑centric role
• Working on a variety of complex projects for leading local / pan‑African and global clients – which includes leading South African and African corporates and global clients with a presence in South Africa and Africa
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of new ideas to help clients achieve their strategic and financial objectives
• Use of analytical skills and the ability to solve problems in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
• Project management and involvement in execution of live transactions and pitches
• Attend team discussions and client meetings and deliver parts of a presentation
• Specific tasks will depend on the role within the team – to this end the role will vary from project to project
• Tasks may include evaluating companies, financial analysis, developing models for M&A and capital markets transactions, preparing industry analyses for pitches, conducting research, project management and administration and providing support in the execution of live deals
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues both locally and offshore, evolve professionally and personally, and build a firm foundation upon which to specialise later
• Interact with various sector and product teams across the bank, both onshore and offshore
• Support senior bankers in origination and coverage efforts
• Accurate provision of calculations and analysis
• Drafting documentation, discussion materials and pitchbooks
• Fulfilling and keeping up to date with various compliance and FAIS license requirements
• Support the team with administrative tasks
• Contribute positively to franchise building activities
• Engage in regional networking and Talent Development offerings

We are looking for a candidate with the following credentials:

• Minimum 12‑24 months prior experience in corporate finance
• Demonstrable track record of seeking out M&A, advisory or capital markets experience (through university societies, vacation projects, internships, or the like) will be viewed positively
• Strong technical skills including financial modelling, financial analysis and understanding of valuation methodologies
• Conscientious, dedicated individual with excellent analytical skills
• Outstanding communication skills (written and verbal) and fluent in English
• Strong proficiency with financial analytics software and Microsoft suite of products
• Commercial instinct, demonstrable passion for finance and capital markets with an affinity for numbers
• Results‑driven, perform well under pressure and against tight deadlines
• Bright mind with excellent academic record
• Team player with ability to manage a wide range of responsibilities and contribute to success of franchise
• Committed to excellence and maintain high professional and ethical standards
• Postgraduate degree a prerequisite (minimum Honours level)
• Academic focus on business or the natural sciences; particularly finance, accounting, investment management, business administration, economics, mathematics, or engineering

• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
• A comprehensive learning Hub platform to support our employees in their personal and professional growth and development.
• Mental Health First Aiders can also be found in a growing number of locations across the organization.