Vacancies at National Empowerment Fund

Job description

• Lead sourcing, structuring, and implementation of complex investment deals.
• Develop new investment opportunities through deep market insight and stakeholder engagement.
• Drive strategic business development in alignment with national BEE objectives.
• Conduct and oversee due diligence, deal negotiation, and structuring.
• Mentor and support junior associates and analysts, enhancing team capability.
• Represent the NEF at investment forums, conferences, and on selected boards of investee companies.
• Monitor portfolio performance and manage investment risks to ensure long-term sustainability.

Minimum requirements

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in private equity, project finance or structured finance.
• Proven expertise in deal origination, structuring and execution.
• Strong project management skills and leadership acumen.
• A BCom degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Postgraduate qualification advantageous).
• Experience navigating complex stakeholder environments and regulatory frameworks.
• Passion for economic transformation and supporting South African entrepreneurs.

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Job description

In this strategic leadership role, your core responsibilities will include:

• Managing and overseeing the Fund’s discretionary financial services
• Liaising with the investment committee on portfolio appetite and risk alignment
• Reviewing investment proposals and business due diligence from Dealmakers
• Ensuring accurate and timely financial briefings from analysts
• Keeping the Fund informed of local economic trends and financial markets
• Interpreting complex financial data and maintaining detailed reporting standards
• Submitting structured reports to the FSCA and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Monitoring and maintaining full compliance with the FAIS Act

Minimum requirements

What You Bring

• Minimum of 3 years' experience managing shares, debentures & securitised debt products on a discretionary basis
• Experience or certification related to JSE-listed products (advantageous)
• Matric Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 7)
• RE1 & RE3 certifications
• Class of Business: Investments
• Must be registered as a Key Individual on at least one or two FSP licenses