Investment Manager

Recruiter

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref

CFA021321/Stef

Date posted

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Location

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary

600 000 Annually

SUMMARY

Are you passionate about supporting entrepreneurial growth and making a meaningful impact through strategic investments?

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Investment Manager to join a leading SME-focused investment team. This role offers the chance to work closely with business owners, assess investment opportunities, structure funding solutions, and contribute to the growth of South African businesses.

POSITION INFO

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and originate new investment opportunities through market research, networking, and relationship-building activities
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with entrepreneurs, business owners, industry professionals, and strategic partners
• Conduct financial, operational, and commercial due diligence on prospective investments
• Analyse financial statements, business models, and market opportunities to assess investment viability
• Develop detailed financial models, including forecasts, valuations, risk assessments, and return analyses
• Prepare comprehensive investment papers and recommendations for approval committees and stakeholders
• Structure and negotiate funding solutions tailored to client requirements while balancing risk and return objectives
• Monitor and manage investment portfolios, ensuring ongoing performance and identifying potential risks and opportunities
• Stay informed on market trends, economic developments, industry dynamics, and regulatory changes impacting investments

Requirements

• BCom Degree in Finance, Accounting, Investments, Economics, or a related field
• Minimum 4+ years' of experience in investment management, corporate finance, business finance, commercial banking, private equity, development finance, or credit analysis
• Strong financial modelling, valuation, and analytical capabilities
• Experience assessing business opportunities and conducting due diligence
• Ability to engage with business owners and senior stakeholders confidently
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Proven ability to identify opportunities and drive business growth

Ideal Backgrounds

• Investment Analyst
• Investment Associate
• Corporate Finance Professional
• Commercial Banker
• Business Banker
• Credit Analyst / Credit Manager
• Private Equity Professional
• Development Finance Specialist
• Transaction Advisory Professional

What We're Looking For

• Strong relationship-building and networking abilities
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for supporting growing businesses
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Results-driven with a strong focus on delivering value
• Highly analytical with the ability to evaluate opportunities and risks effectively

If you're looking for an opportunity to work with dynamic businesses, structure meaningful transactions, and play a key role in supporting entrepreneurial growth, we'd love to hear from you.

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