Job Description

One of Africa's leading private alternative investment managers, with over ZAR 147.6 B (USD 7.9 B) in assets under management across Infrastructure, Private Equity, Impact Investing, Hybrid Capital and Diversified Credit. Established in South Africa in 2000, inheriting a rich history in investing with more than 175 years of experience in Africa. Focused on delivering consistent, competitive returns and creating a positive, long-term impact in the communities and environment it invests in.
Role overview
Fully accountable for investment strategy plus originating, analysing, processing and monitoring of preference share, mezzanine debt and other Hybrid Capital transactions in South Africa and the Rest of Africa. Responsible for leading the origination and execution of transactions with support from the existing team. Excellent career growth prospects within a growing team and a relatively new strategy inside a significant business. Reports to the Hybrid Capital: Co-Head.
Key Result Areas
Investment Strategy and Deal Origination
Source proprietary deals through industry and banking networks, corporate relationships, and advisors.
Lead due diligence (commercial, financial, legal, ESG) and present investment opportunities to the Investment Committee.
Execution and Structuring
Negotiate transaction terms, including BEE transactions, mezzanine debt, preference shares, or hybrid capital instruments.
Structure deals that balance investor and fund return targets with borrower company capital needs.
Oversee legal documentation, financing arrangements, and pay-away processes.
Portfolio Management
Sit on boards or act as a strategic advisor to portfolio companies.
Provide regular reporting, updates, and performance to investment committees and investors.
Manage exit strategies to optimize fund returns.
Fundraising
Build relationships with Limited Partners (LPs), family offices, DFIs, and institutional investors.
Contribute to fundraising campaigns, roadshows, and capital-raising documents (PPMs, DDQs).
Leadership and Team Development
Mentor Principals, Associates, and Analysts in deal sourcing, modelling, and execution.
Cultivate a high-performance, collaborative culture within the fund.
Uphold compliance with Sustainability team, fund governance, risk management, and regulatory frameworks.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
B Comm., B Bus Sci., B Eng. or relevant equivalent tertiary qualification.
CA(SA) preferable; CFA highly advantageous.
Proven experience in an established corporate finance, investment management, merchant banking, or private equity environment.
Minimum 8 years' work experience in mezzanine finance, private capital or corporate finance.
Understanding of leveraged finance, mezzanine finance, preference shares, BEE and private equity markets.
Articulate and confident with a strong commercial focus.
Well-developed financial modelling experience.
Competencies
Exceptional negotiation, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
Strategic and analytical thinking with the ability to identify and unlock value creation opportunities.
Strong leadership capabilities with experience developing and mentoring talent.
Excellent communication and presentation skills for engagement at board and executive level.
High professional integrity, judgement, and decision-making ability.
Professionalism; sound relationship management; team player; high sense of responsibility.
Strong communication skills; ability to process large volumes of information; high attention to detail.
Strong technical and analytical skills; advanced MS Excel and financial modelling skills.
Strong planning and organizational skills; resilient and entrepreneurial attitude; ability to perform well under pressure.

Skills Required