Job Openings at Robert Walters

• Introduction An exciting opportunity has arisen for a CLO (Collateralised Loan Obligation) Analyst to join a globally respected asset management firm in Cape Town.
• This role offers you the chance to become a subject matter expert within a supportive and knowledgeable team, working at the heart of the US and European sub-investment grade debt capital markets.
• You will play a pivotal part in ensuring the smooth operation of complex financial products, collaborating with colleagues across continents, and engaging with leading industry professionals.

Key qualifications and experience for the CLO Analyst

• Minimum relevant Accounting/Finance BCom degree
• Minimum 3-5 years’ related experience in investment operations specifically reconciliation
• Relevant industry experience (Financial Services / Asset Management)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with systems such as WSOWeb or Moodys Compliance (advantageous)
• Experience in completing the full process of reconciling – NB
• Strong experience incashflow reconciliation, analysing data, and identifying discrepancies – NB

Key duties for the CLO Analyst

• Reconcile monthly Trustee reports and quarterly Note Valuation reports with internal systems, identifying and resolving any collateral, compliance test, or transactional discrepancies that arise.
• Assist with interpreting and applying complex transaction documentation by calculating and modelling waterfall payments, management fees, ISDA implications, covenant guidelines, and restrictions.
• Review portfolio legal documents in collaboration with underwriters, counsel, rating agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Forecast fund income, expenses, accruals, and investor returns ahead of quarterly payment dates to support effective financial planning.
• Ensure all portfolio trades and restructures adhere strictly to portfolio legal requirements through diligent monitoring and review.
• Support daily, weekly, and quarterly reporting processes related to rating reconciliation and CLO Net Asset Value calculations.
• Respond promptly to Due Diligence Questionnaire (DDQ) and Request for Proposal (RFP) requests concerning CLOs and financing matters for investors as well as internal portfolio management teams.
• Maintain accurate data within internal systems such as WSOWeb and Moodys Compliance Systems to ensure integrity across all operational functions.
• Collaborate closely with global teams based in New York and London to share insights, resolve issues efficiently, and drive best practices across regions.

Key skills

• Proven ability to address a wide range of operational issues thoughtfully while making considered recommendationsthat support business objectives.
• Track record of establishing dependable relationships internally and externally
• A mindset oriented towards change - constantly seeking out opportunities for process enhancement or efficiency gains within your remit.
• Self-motivated approach that enables you to deliver results following initial guidance from managers while maintaining accountability for outcomes.
• Exceptional communication skills - both written and verbal - enabling you to present information clearly during meetings or when preparing documentation.
• Strong interpersonal skills that foster co-operation among colleagues from diverse backgrounds or locations; being an enthusiastic team player is essential.
• Excellent planning abilities combined with strong organisational skills so you can manage multiple priorities effectively within tight deadlines.

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• An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Human Resources professional to take on a pivotal leadership role overseeing the HR function for South African operations at a renowned global pharmaceutical organisation.
• This position offers you the chance to shape and influence people strategies, drive talent development, and ensure best-in-class HR processes across a diverse and growing business.
• You will be empowered to manage a dedicated team of HR professionals, collaborate closely with senior executives, and play a key part in strategic decision-making.
• The organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where your expertise in employee relations, compliance, and learning initiatives will be highly valued. With flexible working opportunities and a strong focus on personal growth, this is the ideal role for someone looking to make a significant impact within a respected industry leader.
• Take ownership of the full HR function for South African operations, leading a skilled team and partnering directly with executive management to deliver impactful people solutions.
• Enjoy the autonomy to design and implement innovative talent management, performance appraisal, and learning programmes that support both individual and organisational growth.
• Benefit from a collaborative culture that values knowledge sharing, professional development, and flexible working arrangements tailored to help you thrive.

What you'll do:

• As the South Africa Human Resources Lead, you will play an instrumental role in shaping the people agenda for a dynamic operation.
• Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you collaborating closely with senior leadership teams to develop robust talent pipelines through targeted leadership development initiatives.
• You will champion high standards in performance management by implementing digital tools for appraisals and ensuring fair compensation practices.
• Your ability to nurture positive employee relations will be essential as you guide your team through complex workplace issues.
• Additionally, you will have the opportunity to design impactful learning programmes that align with business needs while ensuring compliance with statutory regulations.
• By managing payroll processes efficiently and spearheading BBBEE-related activities, you will contribute directly to both operational excellence and social responsibility goals.
• Success in this role requires a blend of strategic thinking, interpersonal sensitivity, attention to detail, and a passion for developing others within an inclusive environment.
• Oversee all HR processes and systems for South African operations, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and regulatory requirements while supporting the Country Head in strategic initiatives.
• Lead talent management activities at senior levels by developing leadership programmes, defining individual development plans, executing talent council strategies, and collaborating with Centres of Excellence.
• Drive effective performance management through implementation of online performance management systems, auditing goal-setting quality, managing field force appraisals, and ensuring timely closure of ratings.
• Partner with business leaders to facilitate salary reviews, optimise budget utilisation for compensation cycles, and oversee bonus pay-outs in accordance with established guidelines.
• Provide expert guidance on rewards frameworks and conduct market benchmarking exercises to ensure competitive compensation structures are maintained.
• Actively participate as a member of the Executive Committee (Exco), managing relationships with internal stakeholders such as BU Heads, COEs, HR Leadership Teams as well as external vendors and consultants.
• Guide the HR team in addressing employee concerns, grievances, disciplinary matters across both plant and commercial office environments while promoting positive employee relations.
• Design and deliver learning interventions in partnership with business leaders and HR Centres of Excellence to foster continuous professional development across the workforce.
• Manage payroll administration efficiently while driving cost-related projects and maintaining strict adherence to budgeting requirements including oversight of BBBEE budgets.
• Conduct regular audits to assess statutory compliance levels within the region; review legal obligations related to employment law; design and implement activities supporting BBBEE initiatives including Youth Employment Scheme programmes.

What you bring:

• To excel as the South Africa Human Resources Lead, you will bring extensive experience gained from progressive roles within human resources, ideally encompassing both operational delivery and strategic planning.
• Your educational background equips you with theoretical insights into modern HR practices while your hands-on experience ensures practical application across diverse scenarios.
• You are adept at building trust-based relationships at all organisational levels thanks to your empathetic communication style and collaborative approach. Your analytical mindset allows you to interpret data effectively when benchmarking compensation or auditing compliance standards.
• A natural mentor, you inspire those around you by nurturing their growth through thoughtfully designed learning opportunities.
• Your commitment to fairness underpins your approach to employee relations while your meticulous attention ensures payroll accuracy and regulatory adherence.
• Above all else, your passion for creating inclusive workplaces drives everything you do, making you not just an asset but also a catalyst for positive change within any forward-thinking organisation.
• A graduate or postgraduate degree in Human Resources or a related discipline is preferred for this position as it provides a solid foundation for understanding complex HR functions.
• At least 15 years’ experience in human resources roles is required, ideally including time spent as an HR Business Partner within organisations of similar size or complexity.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing end-to-end HR processes including talent management initiatives at senior levels such as leadership development planning and execution.
• Proven track record in implementing performance management systems, particularly digital platforms and conducting thorough audits of goal-setting procedures.
• Comprehensive understanding of compensation frameworks including salary benchmarking against market data; experience managing bonus cycles within defined budgets is highly desirable.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills are essential; you should be comfortable interacting with executive committees as well as internal business units and external partners or vendors.
• Experience guiding teams through sensitive employee relations matters such as grievances or disciplinary actions while maintaining a supportive work environment is important.
• Ability to design effective learning interventions aligned with organisational strategy; familiarity with working alongside Centres of Excellence is advantageous.
• Solid background in payroll administration coupled with experience driving cost optimisation projects; prior responsibility for budget oversight is beneficial.
• In-depth knowledge of statutory compliance requirements relevant to South Africa’s employment landscape; experience designing or implementing BBBEE initiatives including youth employment schemes would be valuable.

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• My client is looking for a seasoned Head of IT or IT Manager to work with Senior Management and implement the established strategy for the Technology Team that is aligned with the company’s business goals, especially that of an out-sourced IT service model.
• You will lead and oversee the IT team in implementing, maintaining, and managing the organisation's technology infrastructure and systems.

Key Accountabilities:

• Quality: All employees are required to comply with the company quality standards- to ensure that SOPs that govern their area of responsibility are adhered to as well as kept up to date. It is the Head of Technology’s role to develop and review Technology Policies and Procedures.
• Ensure documentation of all systems that have been developed in-house.
• Governance & Compliance: Head of Technology to embrace King IV Code as well as work towards ISO27001 compliance to ensure Technology Compliance and Good Governance.
• Technology Leadership: Providing leadership and guidance to the technology team and ensuring that the team is motivated, productive, and aligned with the overall technology strategy.
• Technology Operations: Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the technology department, ensuring smooth functioning of technology systems and infrastructure, and troubleshooting any technical issues. This includes telecommunication platforms, hardware, internet, network and servers.
• Resource Allocation: Managing the budget and resources for technology projects, including hardware, software, and personnel. Making informed suggestions to optimise resource allocation and maximize ROI. The decision needs to be made in conjunction with the CFO and Co-CEO.
• Project Management: Overseeing the execution of technology projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meeting the required quality standards.
• Innovation and Research: Keeping up with industry trends and emerging technologies. Evaluating how new technologies can be applied to the organisation's products, services, or processes to gain a competitive advantage.
• Collaboration with Other Departments: Working closely with other departments, such as marketing, sales, and product development, to understand their technology needs and aligning technology initiatives accordingly.
• Performance Metrics: Defining and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) related to technology operations, projects, and overall performance. Using data-driven insights to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Change Management: Facilitating technological changes within the organization, such as adopting new processes, tools, or systems, and ensuring a smooth transition.
• Low code/no code: Embrace low code/no code technologies as a first priority in the company.
• Pro Code: Embrace Pro Code technologies as a second priority in the company. Provide standards guidance, perform code reviews, and provide code development assistance in case of non-availability of staff members / outsourced staff.
• IT Security: work with an out-sourced company to ensure that we are on top of IT Security in conjunction with the Head of Quality.
• Salesforce Implementation: Technical point of contact to ensure the timely delivery of integration layers between company data and Salesforce.
• Company Data Management and Reporting: Working closely with other departments to ensure their reporting needs are met, using the company wide Business Intelligence reporting tool.

Minimum Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline is typically required.
• Platforms Experience: Implementing and/or maintenance of the Salesforce platform highly advantageous.
• Quality Experience: In-depth knowledge of ISO 27001 standards and information security best practices also highly advantageous.
• Infrastructure Support: Networking, Server support
• Development Platform: Knowledge of HCL Notes/Domino highly advantageous.
• Server operating Systems: Windows Server and Linux operational knowledge highly advantageous

Skills Required:

• Technical expertise: a deep understanding of various technologies and their applications. This includes knowledge of software development, system architecture, network infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data management, and emerging technologies.
• Leadership and management: possess strong leadership skills to guide and inspire your team. This involves setting clear goals, delegating tasks effectively, providing mentorship, and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Business acumen: Understanding the business context to make informed technology suggestions that support the organisation's growth and profitability. You should be able to align technology initiatives with the company's objectives and demonstrate the value of technology investments.
• Communication: Effective communication with various stakeholders, including executive leadership, team members, clients, and vendors. You should be able to convey complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Budgeting and resource management: The Head of Technology oversees budget planning and resource allocation for technology projects. You need to balance the need for innovation with cost-effectiveness and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Problem-solving and decision-making: Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills are critical to overcome obstacles and make well-informed choices.
• People management: Effective people management skills. You should be able to motivate and empower your team members, provide constructive feedback, and promote a culture of continuous learning and growth.
• Change management: Technology is ever evolving, and the Head of Technology must be adept at managing organisational change related to technological transformations and implementations.
• Industry knowledge: Staying updated with industry trends, best practices, and compliance regulations is essential for the Head of Technology. This knowledge helps in making informed decisions and staying ahead of the competition.