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Role Purpose

• To provide comprehensive legal support to the Global Commercial Banking (CMB) business, with a specific focus on the Global Trade and Receivables Finance (GTRF) division. These roles involve identifying and managing legal risks, supporting transactions, and ensuring timely escalation of issues.
• Successful candidates will develop expertise in trade finance law, contributing to a world-leading trade and supply chain finance solutions provider.

Role Responsibilities

Impact on the Business:

• Provide legal support for GTRF transactions, ensuring adherence to GTRF policies and procedures to manage legal risk.
• Draft, review, and negotiate trade-related documentation, including facility and security documentation, amendments, and bespoke transactions under supervision.
• Escalate matters through agreed channels to ensure timely and appropriate legal support.
• Conduct gap analyses of standard terms against bespoke documentation.
• Track and collate data from transactional support to inform management decisions.

Customers / Stakeholders:

• Deliver succinct, solution-oriented legal advice that addresses root causes and resolves issues.
• Actively engage with Global GTRF Legal, CMB Legal, and other stakeholders, escalating complex matters as required.
• Maintain regular communication with senior legal management on developments, risks, and legislative changes.

Leadership & Teamwork:

• Collaborate with the GTRF GLS team and other legal and business units globally to foster a positive and professional working environment.
• Share knowledge and contribute to document management systems to promote best practices.
• Lead and inspire confidence in stakeholders by demonstrating deep expertise and effective communication.

Operational Effectiveness & Control:

• Comply with legal risk management requirements outlined in the Group Standards Manual and Legal FIM.
• Monitor, control, and mitigate legal risks while adhering to regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Ensure appropriate procedures and controls are followed for all transactions and operational tasks.

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer (common law jurisdiction preferable) with extensive post-qualification experience in banking and finance law (8-10+ years for Legal Counsel; 12+ years for Senior Legal Counsel).
• Strong understanding of banking and finance transactions; trade finance experience preferred.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage workloads, meet deadlines, and work both independently and within a team.
• Experience in regulatory and risk management advantageous.

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What you'll do:

• As a Client Relationship Manager (CIB), you will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining relationships with an allocated portfolio of clients. You will be responsible for acquiring new corporate customers in line with the bank's credit risk appetite, as well as expanding your client base through the marketing of both assets and liabilities. Your role will also involve sourcing and marketing new potential clients, contributing to the achievement of quarterly and annual targets. Your success in this role will be underpinned by your excellent communication skills, strong interpersonal abilities, motivation, and precision in your work.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients on allocated portfolio
• Acquire new Corporate customers according to the bank's credit risk appetite
• Expand allocated client base through marketing of both assets and liabilities with tailored solutions
• Source and market new potential clients
• Assist in obtaining quarterly and annual targets
• Ensure accurate completion of work with good communication and interpersonal skills

What you bring:

• The ideal candidate for the Client Relationship Manager (CIB) role will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. With a degree in Accounting, Finance or other related fields from one of South Africa's top universities, you will have at least three years' experience in Corporate Banking within the local market. Your registered FAIS Representative status will complement your knowledge of AML, FICA, Company's Act, Banks Act, as well as any other high-risk legislations affecting the banking environment. Your ability to analyse and evaluate company financial statements will be crucial in this role, along with your ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Your analytical skills will be key in assessing risk.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance or other related fields from Top 5 SA Universities
• Registered FAIS Representative status
• Minimum 3 years Corporate Banking experience in the local market
• Knowledge of AML, FICA, Company's Act, Banks Act, as well as any other high risk legislations affecting the banking environment
• Ability to analyse and evaluate company financial statements
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to analyse and assess risk

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What you'll do:

• As a Client Relationship Manager in the Corporate and Institutional Banking Department, you will play a pivotal role in attracting new assets and liabilities, building a robust portfolio. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include acquiring new corporate customers, completing applications for new facilities, performing financial analysis, and being the main point of contact for client requirements. You will also have the opportunity to market to both new and existing clients while maintaining and expanding relationships.
• Attracting new assets and liabilities in line with targets allocated
• Building a new portfolio of corporate customers
• Completing paper and electronic applications for new facilities, as well as annual review
• Performing financial analysis, market and industry risk assessments
• Being the point of contact with regards to clients requirements
• Marketing to new clients, as well as existing clients
• Maintaining and expanding relationships with clients on boarded

What you bring:

• The ideal candidate for this Client Relationship Manager role will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience from their previous roles in Corporate Banking. With a minimum of 8 years' experience in the field, particularly in the Corporate loan market, you are well-versed in attracting new assets and liabilities. Your problem-solving skills allow you to work effectively under pressure while maintaining a strong work ethic. As a highly motivated, self-driven individual who values teamwork, you are ready to make a significant impact on our client's business.
• Relevant university BCom/Finance degree
• Degree in Accounting, Finance or other related fields from Top 5 SA Universities
• Registered FAIS Representative status
• Minimum 8 years Corporate Banking experience, particularly in the Corporate loan market
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong work ethic
• Highly motivated, self-driven individuality
• Team player mentality

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• This role offers an exciting opportunity to be the key finance person for business combinations and financial reporting. The successful candidate will have the chance to work in a supportive environment, with a focus on knowledge sharing and continuous learning. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, has excellent communication skills, and possesses a strong understanding of accounting standards.
• Essentially this is a Senior Group Accountant role i.e. financial accounting is the focus (and preferably audit experience and excellent knowledge of accounting standards).
• The tax work is financial accounting in nature i.e. calculations and reconciliations

Key qualifications and experience for the Senior Group M&A Accountant:

• Professional accounting qualification (CA(SA)/ACCA)
• 2 years minimum Post Qualification M&A and Tax Experience/exposure, ideally in industry in an acquisitive group and Private Equity environment
• Strong financial and statutory accounting experience, including dealing with consolidations and acquisition accounting
• Up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS and UK GAAP: FRS102) is essential

Key duties for the Senior Group M&A Accountant include but are not limited to:

• Support M&A team with financial due diligence pre-acquisition.
• Carry out internal audit procedures and liaise with Sellers to provide sign off on completion accounts (FRS102) and apportionment statements prepared by Seller.
• Complete IFRS adoption process with acquirees – identify and calculate adjustments, reconcile pre acquisition reserves, oversee transitional adjustments in financial statements.
• Prepare acquisition accounting entries for Acquirer to include valuation of consideration, recognition of deferred payments or changes to investment cost and intangibles.
• Review and support for preparation of budgets by M&A targets
• Lead or support on other business combinations e.g. hive up, liquidations and other group restructuring projects

Key personal skills for the Senior Group M&A Accountant:

• Excellent communication skills required in dealing with both internal and external stakeholders
• Highly organised

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• We are seeking a dynamic Senior Manager for Business Development to spearhead our growth and expansion initiatives. This role is pivotal in identifying new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and developing innovative product offerings. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the market landscape, exhibit strong leadership skills, and have the ability to translate market insights into actionable strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and motivate teams to achieve business targets and performance goals, ensuring high client satisfaction and growth.
• Provide accurate business development forecasts and ensure data integrity.
• Remove internal and external obstacles to facilitate business development opportunities.
• Analyse data and trends to develop strategic business development plans and best practices for market segmentation.
• Stay informed about industry developments and ensure the team is up-to-date on market trends.
• Serve as a point of escalation for client issues, maintaining high-level communication with stakeholders.
• Manage client relationships effectively to maximise revenue and communicate objectives clearly to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with service providers on reporting and forecasting.
• Consult with key internal and external stakeholders to support business objectives.
• Ensure team alignment with operating plan targets, retention targets, and performance metrics.
• Foster professional relationships with brokers, team members, and clients.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimise business development processes and enhance client experiences.
• Drive process efficiency and engage in industry surveys to inform strategy.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in business development.
• Manage risks and compliance effectively.

Key Performance Areas:

• Business Growth: Support business growth through organic growth and acquisitions. Develop and implement strategies aligned with organisational goals. Conduct market research and establish long-term relationships with key clients and partners.
• Operations Management: Implement strategic plans, analyse metrics, and adjust strategies based on market feedback. Prepare regular reports on business development activities.
• Budget Management: Review and manage the sales and marketing budget, ensuring compliance and identifying cost-saving initiatives.
• Stakeholder Relationship Management: Enhance corporate profile through effective stakeholder management. Maintain and strengthen relationships with clients and partners.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Professional certifications in business development or sales management preferred.

Experience:

• 7+ Years of operational experience in management, business, or commercial fields.
• 4+ Years of management experience in business development, sales, or marketing.
• Healthcare background beneficial.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong market research and competitive analysis skills.
• Proficiency in CRM software and business intelligence tools.
• Excellent leadership and team-building abilities.
• Strong negotiation and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and possessing strong communication skills.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong networking abilities and a team player.
• Results-driven, persistent, and attentive to detail.
• High integrity and commitment to continual learning.

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SPECIALIST STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY Salary:

• This role presents an exciting opportunity for a professional with a passion for geology and a deep understanding of structural analysis in various tectonic settings.
• The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing and implementing strategies for structural geology, focusing on best practices in mapping, logging, analysis, interpretation, and modelling.
• This is your chance to contribute to a company that values safety, inclusivity, diversity, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunity to work in Johannesburg Significant transformation journey Focus on enhancing operational capabilities

What you'll do:

• As a Specialist Structural Geologist, you will provide practical support to identify risks, create geological models to improve resource definition and planning effectiveness, and advance structural geology capabilities across the business.
• Your role will involve integrating multivariate datasets to create robust and defensible structural interpretations at various scales.
• You will also be responsible for generating and updating 3D geological and structural models using advanced techniques.
• Your expertise will be crucial in evaluating structural uncertainty, communicating associated risks, and ensuring integration between geological interpretation, geotechnical characterization, and gas drainage models.
• Oversee consistent application of Safety & Health principles Develop and implement a strategy for structural geology Integrate multivariate datasets to create robust structural interpretations
• Generate and update 3D geological and structural models using advanced techniques Evaluate structural uncertainty and communicate associated risks Lead the adoption and testing of new geoscience data capture technologies
• Plan and execute structural geology activities Conduct structural geology training for operations and projects

What you bring:

• The ideal candidate for the Specialist Structural Geologist position brings a wealth of knowledge in Geosciences along with at least four years of relevant experience. You have proven experience instructural analysis in different tectonic settings including extensional, inversion, and compressional regimes. Your ability to synthesize multivariate data sets to produce integrated interpretations at various scales sets you apart from others. You are knowledgeable about complex geological information across a range of technical abilities and experience levels. Experience in geomechanical and/or numerical modelling techniques would be highly desirable.
• Honours Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Geosciences
• Minimum of 4 years relevant experience in structural analysis in different tectonic settings
• Ability to synthesize multivariate data sets to produce integrated interpretations at various scales
• Knowledge about complex geological information across a range of technical abilities and experience levels
• Experience in geomechanical and/or numerical modelling techniques (desired)
• Expertise with appropriate geological software tools

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What you'll do:

• As a Specialist R&R Reporting, your primary responsibility will be to support the Resource & Reserve (R&R) Reporting process.
• You will ensure that Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves best practices are in place, including meeting stated industry and regulatory requirements.
• Your role will involve overseeing the consistent application of Safety & Health principles, compiling R&R information, assisting in the preparation of annual R&R statements and reports, managing documentation related to CP appointments, providing guidance to the CP on CP R&R reports, validating and reviewing the R&R information supplied by mines / projects / JV’s, administrating and coordinating of the Group Standard: Competent Persons R&R Report.
• Oversee consistent application of Safety & Health principles
• Compile R&R information and endowment information
• Assist in preparation of annual R&R statements and reports
• Manage documentation related to CP appointments
• Provide guidance to the CP on CP R&R reports
• Validate and review the R&R information supplied by mines / projects / JV’s
• Administrate and coordinate of the Group Standard: Competent Persons R&R Report

What you bring:

• The ideal candidate for this Specialist R&R Reporting role will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience from the mining industry. You should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Geoscience or related field, have a valid EB/Code 08 driver’s licence, and be a member of a recognised professional institute such as SACNASP or SAIMM. With at least 4 years' relevant experience under your belt, you will have an in-depth understanding of the SAMREC and/or JORC code, a working knowledge of JSE listing rules (sections specific to reporting of Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves), and expert level knowledge of specific components of existing R3 software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Geoscience or related field
• Valid EB/Code 08 driver’s licence
• Professional membership with SACNASP or equivalent institute such as SAIMM
• Minimum of 4 years relevant experience in the mining industry
• In-depth understanding of the SAMREC and/or JORC code
• Working knowledge of JSE listing rules (sections specific to reporting of Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves)
• Expert level knowledge of specific components of existing R3 software

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• This role presents an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute to the development and execution of life-of-asset planning across the organisation's mining operations.
• The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring optimal performance, sustainability, and risk management of assets throughout their lifecycle.
• This position offers the chance to collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyse asset data, identify improvement opportunities, and contribute to the development of asset management strategies that align with operational and financial objectives.
• Opportunity to work on significant transformation journey Chance to enhance operational capabilities and accountability

What you'll do:

• As a Senior Planning Engineer, your role will be pivotal in driving the success of our client's mining operations.
• You will be responsible for overseeing the consistent application of Safety & Health principles across all discipline interactions.
• Your expertise will be utilised in developing and optimising life-of-asset plans (LoAP), creating detailed mine designs, performing cost estimation and mine optimisation.
• Your ability to review all aspects of the Ore Reserves from geology through to financial evaluation will be key in this role.
• Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to foster a purpose-driven, high-performing culture that aligns with company values. Oversee consistent application of Safety & Health principles
• Develop and optimise life-of-asset plans (LoAP), including scheduling for both open pit and underground operations Create detailed mine designs, including pit and stope designs, waste management strategies, and production schedules Perform cost estimation and mine optimisation to improve project economics and sustainability Complete all required work to act as a Competent Person, reviewing all aspects of the Ore Reserves from geology through to financial evaluation Implement a purpose-driven, high-performing culture that is aligned with company values Ensure compliance to internal and external regulatory, legislative and permitting requirements

What you bring:

• The ideal candidate for the Senior Planning Engineer role brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the mining industry. With a Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or another relevant discipline, you have spent 5-7 years honing your technical skills. You are proficient in using Deswik.CAD, Deswik.Sched, Deswik.LHS for long-term scheduling and optimisation, and have advanced skills in Minemax for strategic scheduling. Your expert skill in manipulating a geological resource model sets you apart from others. You have the ability to analyse complex data and translate it into practical mine plans and cost-effective solutions.
• Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or other relevant discipline
• 5-7 years experience in the mining industry
• Proficient skill in Deswik.CAD, Deswik.Sched, Deswik.LHS for long-term scheduling and optimization
• Advanced skills in Minemax for strategic scheduling
• Expert skill in manipulating a geological resource model
• Ability to analyse complex data and translate it into practical mine plans and cost-effective solutions

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• My client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Accountant to join our team. This role is crucial in managing our financial operations and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

Full Accounting Function (A-Z):

• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department.
• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Conduct month-end and year-end close processes.
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain and update accounting records and files.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare and submit tax returns and ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Conduct internal audits and assist with external audits.

Project Accounting:

• Monitor and report on project budgets and expenditures.
• Track project costs and revenues, ensuring accurate allocation and reporting.
• Collaborate with project managers to provide financial insights and support.
• Prepare project financial reports and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with project accounting policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, CA) is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.