Job Vacancies at Standard Bank Group

Job Description

• We are looking for a driven Investment Banking Advisory professional to manage workstreams across the origination, structuring, and execution of advisory transactions.
• The successful candidate will develop deep expertise across the Advisory product portfolio, independently lead transaction-related activities, and support the growth of the Advisory business.
• This role requires the ability to deliver client-focused solutions within defined Corporate and Investment Banking risk parameters and in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

Role responsibilities

• Manage delivery across origination, structuring and execution workstreams, coordinating internal and external stakeholders and ensuring quality control of all deliverables.
• Build, review, analyse, evaluate and maintain financial models to perform valuations and valuation analysis, applying principles of corporate finance theory.
• Contribute towards the financial and capital structuring of bespoke transactions through the preparation of supporting documentation, including circulars, offering memorandums, engagement letters, term sheets, fees and legal agreements.
• Assess and document risk and regulatory components of transactions, conduct due diligence and ensure continued transaction feasibility from deal inception to conclusion.
• Develop, review and update deal execution timetables and project timelines, ensuring alignment to relevant regulatory frameworks and successful deal execution.
• Develop client networks and maintain regular contact with clients to understand their businesses, financial performance drivers and support the provision of bespoke and innovative client solutions.
• Organise and prepare marketing and roadshow presentations, proposals, pitch books and client presentations, communicating regulatory, financial and market information in a clear and relevant manner.
• Foster internal stakeholder relationships across CIB, including Client Coverage, Product Lines, Risk and Legal, while managing internal processes and obtaining required regulatory approvals and stakeholder buy-in.
• Stay abreast of macroeconomic, market, industry, client and counterparty developments, generating insights and recommendations from research, analysis and modelling findings.
• Adhere to applicable policies, systems, processes and procedures, monitor financial performance, contribute to reporting requirements and provide guidance to less experienced team members

Qualifications

• Qualification: First Degree in Business Commerce

Experience Required

• Investment Banking Advisory
• 3-4 years proficient understanding of key financial concepts, with experience in interpreting client financial statements, calculating financial ratios and building financial models for more experienced team member review.
• Experience in drafting client documentation (presentation books, management presentations, board materials, memoranda, and other presentation materials). An understanding of legislation, regulations and industry codes of practice.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information and Providing Insights
• Checking Things, Examining Information and Interpreting Data
• Documenting Facts and Producing Output
• Managing Tasks and Meeting Timescales
• Taking Action and Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Client Business Case and Product Development.
• Deal Negotiation and Risk/ Reward Thinking.
• International Market Knowledge and Industry Knowledge.
• Business Insights, Client Business Case and Risk/ Reward Thinking.
• Product Development and Deal Negotiation.
• Industry Knowledge and International Market Knowledge.

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Job Description

• To proactively originate and structure Real Estate Finance solutions for core and franchise building real estate clients in collaboration with Client Coverage, the Regional Head and Sub-Segment Leads by providing end to end execution oversight, coordination and coaching to drive the delivery of holistic Investment Banking client solutions.

Key role essentials  include some of the following : 

• Lead deal negotiations for vanilla and structured Debt Solutions. Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to complete all contracting requirements, deal commercial terms and closing processes to drive the realization of commercial targets, maximizing shareholder returns and growing IB revenue.
• Conduct research and provide key insights for team members to utilize when setting criteria and defining the client segment in support of identifying and implementing continuous improvement and development initiatives.
• Manage delivery against allocated deal revenue targets. Measure, monitor and report on financial performance for assigned portfolio of deals versus the budget.
• Own and lead the conceptual design of REF financial models (e.g. valuations, financial, transactional) ensuring updates and adjustments are made, and test reliability and validity to effectively structure vanilla and structured Debt Solutions. Finalize supporting documentation (e.g. offering memorandums, engagement letters, term sheets, pricing supplements and legal agreements) to ensure solutions are aligned to the clients' needs and CIB commercial, risk and regulatory frameworks.

Qualifications

• Type of Qualification: First Degree
• Field of Study: Business Commerce / Finance / Accounting

Experience Required

• 8-10 years experience in originating and executing Real Estate Finance solutions.
• 8-10 years experience acting as a trusted advisor to C-suite management and Boards of clients through the rendering of Real Estate Finance insights and solutions Advanced experience within the property sector.
• 8-10 years experience in the development and implementation of learning and development initiatives including experience as a coach and mentor.
• 8-10 years experience and in-depth knowledge of risk management practices and regulatory frameworks within Financial Services institutions, specifically Corporate & Investment Banking. 

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Challenging Ideas
• Convincing People
• Developing Expertise
• Developing Strategies
• Establishing Rapport
• Generating Ideas
• Interacting with People
• Providing Insights
• Seizing Opportunities
• Showing Composure
• Team Working
• Understanding People

Technical Competencies:

• Deal Appraisal
• Deal Negotiation
• Economic Research
• Financial Analysis
• Local Market Knowledge
• Product Knowledge (Business Banking)
• Strategic Planning and Reporting

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Job Description

• To design, code, test, debug, and maintain programs in development environments. Apply agreed standards and tools, to achieve a well-engineers result. Work within a strict framework of programming standards under supervision of senior technical resources.

Qualifications

• Type of Qualification: First Degree
• Field of Study: Information Technology

Experience Required
Software Engineering

• Technology
• 5-7 years
• Broad experience in translating business and functional requirements into technical specifications and developing the programming code to create the solutions.
• 8-10 years
• Proven experience in modern engineering practices i.e. dev ops, agile etc., Proven experience across multiple, broad IT Engineering disciplines, with demonstrated specialisation in at least one. Experience within the required scope of expertise.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts

Technical Competencies:

• Agile Engineering
• API Engineering
• Automation
• Cloud Computing
• Continuous Delivery (CD)
• Continuous Deployment

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Job Description

• We are looking for an experienced and commercially astute professional to proactively originate, structure and deliver Real Estate Finance (REF) solutions for complex, core and franchise-building real estate clients.
• The successful candidate will work closely with Client Coverage, the Regional Head and Sub-Segment Leads to drive lending opportunities, provide end-to-end transaction oversight and execution leadership, and coach and coordinate stakeholders to ensure an exceptional client experience.
• This role requires a strong focus on revenue growth, market share expansion and maintaining the CIB brand as the preferred lending partner, while consistently delivering on the origination promise and contributing meaningfully to lending performance objectives.

Key responsibilities 

• Drive Regional Real Estate Finance growth by defining and monitoring data requirements, analysing market and client trends, and identifying strategic opportunities to grow the lending pipeline, increase revenue, expand market share and strengthen CIB's position as the Go-To Lending Bank.
• Own and deliver Regional portfolio performance by setting, managing and driving profit, revenue, asset growth and portfolio objectives, leveraging data-driven insights to monitor performance, track progress against targets and optimise client and shareholder returns.
• Lead origination strategy and deal selection by identifying, evaluating and securing franchise-enhancing opportunities, balancing mandate viability, deal feasibility and probability of closure, while ensuring solutions align to client needs, risk appetite and business strategy.
• Act as a trusted lending advisor by providing expert insights, thought leadership and innovative debt solutions, leading complex client engagements, refining solution proposals and driving post-pitch activities to successfully close transactions.
• Provide strategic oversight of deal execution by overseeing transaction delivery across the Region, reviewing and approving financial models, deal structures, term sheets and lending solutions, and ensuring compliance, quality, completeness and commercial viability throughout the deal lifecycle.
• Manage portfolio risk and balance sheet optimisation by monitoring pipeline performance, exposure and risk metrics, leading watchlist and non-performing loan interventions, and partnering with Coverage, Risk and Distribution teams to efficiently manage capital allocation and balance sheet capacity.
• Ensure robust governance and regulatory compliance by overseeing due diligence, approval processes, policy implementation, integrity assessments and adherence to all CIB risk, regulatory and business control requirements.
• Build and leverage strategic stakeholder relationships by collaborating with Client Coverage, REF Specialists, Transaction Management, Risk and other internal partners, while developing external networks that enhance market access, strengthen the franchise and create cross-sell opportunities.
• Provide strategic leadership and capability development by leading high-performing teams, allocating portfolios, setting performance expectations, coaching and developing talent, and fostering a culture aligned to leadership, diversity, inclusion and business performance priorities.
• Drive market insight and strategic direction by monitoring macroeconomic, industry and client developments, contributing to REF strategy, client planning and risk appetite frameworks, and translating market intelligence into actionable opportunities that enhance lending capability and client experience.

Qualifications

• Qualification: Post Graduate Degree in Finance and Accounting

Experience Required

• Lending - Real Estate Finance
• Investment Banking
• 8-10 years
• Concluding and leading complex Debt Solutions across multiple portfolios i.e. products, sectors, clients and / or countries, complex debt structuring including deal expertise, lobbying for support from Corporate Functions and collaborating with various product teams across a large bank. Managing disruptive transformation of Debt Solutions in an evolving macro client context.
• 8-10 years
• Experience in coaching, managing, leading and coordinating teams with a proven track record of delegating and prioritising task, setting KPI's and conducing performance discussions
• 8-10 years
• Partnering specialist risk areas to align to business risk management requirements, policies and procedures Portfolio monitoring to manage risk and exposure. Working with and interpreting relevant regulatory frameworks.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Challenging Ideas and Making Decisions
• Conveying Self-Confidence and Seizing Opportunities
• Developing Expertise and Developing Strategies
• Empowering Individuals and Valuing Individuals
• Understanding People and Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Deal Appraisal and Deal Negotiation
• Economic Research and Financial Analysis
• Local Market Knowledge and Product Knowledge (Investment Banking)
• Strategic Planning and Reporting, and Financial Analysis
• Deal Appraisal, Deal Negotiation and Financial Analysis
• Economic Research, Local Market Knowledge and Strategic Planning and Reporting
• Product Knowledge (Investment Banking) and Local Market Knowledge

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Job Description

To conduct sector research, analysis and financial modelling to enable Sector Coverage in delivering universal sector leadership and expertise into Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) and the client franchise. Essential Functions include:

• Build and / or update sector specific forecast / financial models to determine the competitive landscape of the sector and to generate analytics and insights (charts, dashboards) for use in sector insight reports, presentations, publications and pitches.
• Stay abreast of news, research and insights on the macro economy, market, industry and client and counterparty base. Research, capture, collate, analyze and / or summarize relevant, quality and accurate documents, data and information (e.g. company financials, shareholders, value drivers, future prospects, due diligence reports, sector data, developments and trends) from various sources, and maintain the Sector Coverage database to enable Sector Coverage tactics
• Support the origination, structuring and execution of transactions by providing quality deliverables on time, paying close attention to detail to deliver to professional standards.
• Assist the origination process by drafting and / or revising proposals, pitch books, client presentations, circulars and other information required for client engagement (e.g. market updates, case studies), ensuring all regulatory aspects are considered. Deliver relevant information in a confident and creative way, while ensuring swift and accurate information availability.
• Adhere to the applicable CIB policies, systems, processes and procedures to ensure the compliance and fulfilment of all relevant risk, regulatory and business control requirements. Establish own internal stakeholder relationships across CIB (e.g. Product Lines, Risk, Legal) to develop proficiency in understanding products and processes

Qualifications

• Type of Qualification: First Degree
• Field of Study: Business, Commerce, Finance or Accounting 

Experience Required

• At least 3-4 years track record conducting research, analysis, interpreting and packaging qualitative and quantitative data and compiling client documentation ( i.e. presentation / pitch books, memoranda, and other presentation materials) to share insights and create client value
• 3 – 4 years demonstrated understanding of a specific sector and the overall CIB value proposition to enable effective sector origination.
• 3 - 4 years Advanced User experience in PowerPoint, Excel, Financial Modelling and Valuations 
• 3-4 years demonstrated experience working in cross functional teams, to deliver comprehensive client experience.
• 3 – 4 years understanding of the regulatory environment for a relevant sector in which CIB operate, to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
• 3-4 years’ experience in portfolio management - internal stakeholder collaboration, compliance, reporting, middle office support, etc.
• 2 – 3 years’ experience within a corporate & investment banking product environment such as Investment banking, Global markets or Transactional banking would be preferred

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Checking Things
• Conveying Self-Confidence
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts
• Interpreting Data
• Inviting Feedback
• Managing Tasks
• Producing Output
• Pursuing Goals
• Taking Action
• Team Working

Technical Competencies:

• Client Business Case
• Client Knowledge
• Client Retention
• Client Servicing
• Financial Modelling
• Product Knowledge (Trading, Transacting)
• Quantitative Analysis
• Risk Management

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Job Description

• We are looking for a dynamic and commercially driven leader to lead, manage and deliver the Energy and Infrastructure Finance Debt Solutions capability across a portfolio of moderately complex clients.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a high-performing team, driving the end-to-end design, structuring and implementation of client-centric debt solutions, and ensuring the consistent delivery of an exceptional client experience in line with the origination promise.
• This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking and execution capability to grow lending revenues, deepen client relationships and contribute meaningfully to the overall performance and growth objectives of the business.

Key responsibilities

• Drive portfolio growth and strategic execution by implementing the Lending business strategy, defining data requirements, monitoring market trends and identifying opportunities to grow the IB pipeline, increase revenue and reinforce Wholesale Clients as the Go-To Lending Bank.
• Act as a trusted lending advisor by partnering with Coverage to provide expert insights, client advice and innovative Energy and Infrastructure Finance Debt Solutions, leading client engagements and post-pitch activities to secure mandates and close transactions.
• Lead transaction origination, negotiation and execution by managing deal teams, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, negotiating commercial terms and ensuring the successful end-to-end delivery of multiple transactions within the portfolio.
• Own portfolio financial performance by managing deal revenue targets, monitoring financial outcomes against budget, tracking portfolio performance and proactively identifying risks, provisions and optimisation opportunities to maximise shareholder returns.
• Manage portfolio risk and balance sheet optimisation by monitoring pipeline activity, risk metrics and client exposures, partnering with Coverage, Risk and Distribution teams to ensure effective capital allocation and sufficient balance sheet capacity for growth.
• Provide oversight of solution structuring and deal quality by reviewing and approving financial models, deal structures, term sheets and solution recommendations, ensuring alignment with client requirements and CIB commercial, risk and regulatory frameworks.
• Drive governance, approvals and regulatory compliance by overseeing internal approval processes, conducting due diligence and integrity assessments, and ensuring adherence to all applicable risk, regulatory and business control requirements across the portfolio.
• Build and leverage strategic stakeholder relationships by developing strong internal and external networks that enable cross-sell opportunities, enhance market access, strengthen the franchise and support the delivery of market-leading debt solutions.
• Lead, develop and inspire high-performing teams by allocating client portfolios, setting performance targets, providing coaching and feedback, building capability and fostering a culture aligned to leadership, diversity, inclusion and high performance.
• Strengthen market insight and thought leadership by monitoring macroeconomic, industry, client and regulatory developments, generating actionable insights, overseeing origination content and contributing to the continuous enhancement of lending capability and client experience.

Qualifications

• Qualification: Post Graduate Degree in Business Commerce

Experience Required

Lending - Energy & Infrastructure

• Investment Banking
• 8-10 years
• Concluding and leading Debt Solutions across a single portfolio i.e. product, sector, client or country. Complex debt structuring including deal expertise within Energy and Infrastructure Finance. Lobbying for support from Corporate Functions and collaborating with various product teams across a large bank. Managing disruptive transformation of Debt Solutions in an evolving macro client context.
• 8-10 years
• Partnering specialist risk areas to align to business risk management requirements, policies and procedures Portfolio monitoring to manage risk and exposure. Working with and interpreting relevant regulatory frameworks. Advanced knowledge and experience in interpreting financial statements to adequately understand business and portfolio profitability
• More than 10 years
• Proven ability and experience in staying abreast with market and industry trends and providing thought leadership on Project Finance and Infrastructure (e.g. Power, Oil and Gas, Logistics) Proven ability and experience in proactively building and maintaining client (c-suite level, shareholders and board members) and external stakeholder relationships

Behavioural Competencies: 

• Articulating Information and Convincing People
• Developing Strategies and Generating Ideas
• Examining Information and Providing Insights
• Directing People and Empowering Individuals
• Understanding People and Upholding Standards
• Making Decisions and Seizing Opportunities

Technical Compeetencies:

• Deal Appraisal and Deal Negotiation
• Economic Research and Financial Analysis
• Local Market Knowledge and Economic Research
• Strategic Planning and Reporting and Financial Analysis
• Deal Appraisal, Deal Negotiation and Financial Analysis
• Local Market Knowledge and Strategic Planning and Reporting

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Job Description

• We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Admin or Junior Project Manager to support the successful delivery of projects across the business.
• The successful candidate will assist with planning, coordination, reporting, stakeholder communication, and project administration to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This role is ideal for an individual looking to grow their project management career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Matric, Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience Required

• 3-10  years Experience in end-to-end administrative duties across a programme or project environment., this includes documentation management, diary management and budget administration.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing projects from initiation to completion.
• Support senior project managers in managing project schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Track project progress and ensure milestones and deadlines are met.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and document meeting minutes and action items.
• Communicate project updates to stakeholders, team members, and management.
• Monitor project risks and issues, escalating concerns when necessary.
• Maintain project documentation, reports, and records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Assist with resource allocation and workload planning.
• Support change management processes and project governance requirements.
• Prepare status reports, presentations, and performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Follow up on outstanding tasks and drive accountability across project teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and project management best practices.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• 3-10 years of project coordination or project management experience.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
• CAPM, PRINCE2 Foundation, or equivalent certification is advantageous.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Documenting Facts
• Embracing Change
• Following Procedures
• Inviting Feedback
• Managing Tasks
• Meeting Timescales
• Producing Output
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Business Administration Skills
• Diary Management
• Meeting Logistics
• Project Administration Skills
• Travel Arrangements
• Written Communication

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Job Description

• To enable Standard Bank Insurance Brokers Contact Centre staff to deliver high quality service to client through the provision of technical, operational, compliant, POC and process support across all systems and processes across the full suite of SBIB services, ensuring that these systems and processes are efficient and simplified to contribute to a positive client experience.

Qualifications

• Type of Qualification: First Degree
• Field of Study: Business Commerce

Experience Required

• 1 - 2 years- Insurance experience is also required for the role.
• 3- 4 years - A detailed understanding of and experience with front and back office processes is essential for the role.
• 3- 4 years- Experience across the Insurance with exposure to Short term and Long term Insurance

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Documenting Facts
• Embracing Change
• Empowering Individuals
• Establishing Rapport
• Examining Information
• Following Procedures
• Interpreting Data
• Managing Tasks
• Producing Output
• Providing Insights
• Taking Action

Technical Competencies:

• Insurance Process & Procedures
• Fraud Detection and Management
• FAIS
• Sales
• Change Management (HR)
• Training Provision
• Project Management (Project Mgmt)

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Job Description

• To manage any assigned client relationships, (where applicable) with support from experienced relationship managers, across the end to end client engagement value chain, coordinating the origination and execution of client centric solutions ensuring the clients' needs are fulfilled, while managing risk, delivering exceptional client experience and contributing towards defined revenue targets.

Qualifications

• Type of Qualification: First Degree
• Field of Study: Business Commerce

Experience Required

• 3-4 years experience in conducting research, analysis, interpreting and packaging qualitative and quantitative data, such as compiling client documentation (presentation books, presentations, memoranda, and other presentation materials) to share insight and create client value.
• 3-4 years experienced and understanding of the Client Coverage capabilities.
• 3-4 years experience working in cross functional teams to deliver comprehensive client experience.
• 3-4 years experience in portfolio management - internal stakeholder collaboration, query management, compliance, reporting, middle office support, etc.
• 3-4 years experience and proficient understanding of credit and risk.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Checking Things
• Conveying Self-Confidence
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts
• Interpreting Data
• Inviting Feedback
• Managing Tasks
• Producing Output
• Pursuing Goals
• Taking Action
• Team Working

Technical Competencies:

• Business Development
• Client Business Case
• Client Knowledge
• Client Retention
• Client Servicing