Business Development Manager (Engineer with Commercial Acumen) (JHB Onsite) at Datafin Recruitment

ENVIRONMENT:

• A forward-thinking Investment Group seeks the strong technical acumen of a Business Development Manager who will play a pivotal role in driving the growth of the Group through mergers and acquisitions.
• This position focuses on identifying new business opportunities in the gas, petro-chemical and renewable energy industries, negotiating and leading transactions through financial close, cultivating relationships with key stakeholders, and implementing the board’s strategy to enhance the company's market position.
• You will support the CCO in implementing the Group’s investment strategy, including mergers & acquisitions, new business, investment portfolio management, risk management and investment selection.
• The successful incumbent must possess a Bachelors Degree in Engineering or a related field – an MBA will prove beneficial and a proven track record of successful investment strategies and portfolio management, with a focus on energy sectors. You also require Risk Management expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating all risks with the ability to analyse financial data, identify risks, identify investment opportunities, manage investment portfolio and develop solutions.

DUTIES:

Investment Management -

• Implement the investment strategy as approved by the governing board of directors of the Group.
• Manage the investment cycle of transactions from inception through financial close and post-deal implementation into the Group with internal and external resources as required.
• Deliver growth projects and transactions in line with board approvals and governance processes.
• Prepare and present projects to the Executive Investment Committee in line with investment criteria and the Group’s strategy.
• Conduct thorough due diligence on potential investments, including technical, financial modelling and risk assessment, and implementing robust Risk Management frameworks.
• Consult on growth projects throughout the Group as it relates to all new business and transactions, ensuring the integrity of the governance framework is upheld.
• Generate market intelligence and analysis in the gas, petro-chemical and renewable energy sectors to support investment decisions and to guide business growth initiatives in its existing investments.

Technical knowledge, support and consulting -

• Act as a key technical advisor to the executive management of Group and throughout the investment portfolio of the Group to support the strategic objectives of the Group.

Governance, Risk & Compliance -

• Oversee the identification, assessment, and management of financial risks, including credit risk, liquidity risk, and operational risk.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining investment policies that are aligned with the Group’s strategic goals, risk appetite, and regulatory requirements.
• Keep up to date on all applicable laws and regulations in the energy sector to ensure compliance.

Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement -

• Lead, inspire, develop and guide a highly performing team of professional qualified experts with clear roles, responsibilities, objectives and key performance measures.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, financial institutions, stakeholders, and industry peers.
• Develop and deliver clear, concise reports and presentations on investment performance and market trends for stakeholders.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective Risk Management.
• Clearly communicate investment strategies and recommendations to the board of directors, executive management and investment committees with a focus on strategic fit, potential returns and associated risks.

REQUIREMENTS:

• MBA will be advantageous.
• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Proven track record of successful investment strategies and portfolio management, with a focus on energy sectors.
• Risk Management expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating all risks.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse financial data, identify risks, identify investment opportunities, manage investment portfolio and develop solutions.
• Attention to detail, problem solving capabilities, adaptable, and ethically sound.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are needed to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong technical acumen, analytical skills, and investment savvy.