Overview:

Our client, a niche asset manager specialising in Private Debt, is seeking a Dealmaker to join their growing team. The firm manages approximately R2.2 billion in assets, primarily on behalf of institutional investors, and has a 17-year track record. The team comprises two partners, with a third partner joining shortly - all of whom are active dealmakers - supported by three experienced administrative and support specialists.

This exciting opportunity is best suited to someone who is ready to move away from a corporate and join a dynamic and growing boutique investment house that specialises in private sector credit. The dealmaker will play a central role in originating, structuring, negotiating, and executing private credit investments. The ideal candidate will have a strong network of borrower and intermediary relationships, deep structuring expertise, and a proven track record of leading deals from origination through execution. Candidates with corporate lending or structured property lending experience will be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Originate corporate lending or structured property lending credit opportunities
• Lead deal structuring, negotiation, due diligence, and investment committee presentations
• Develop and maintain relationships with financial sponsors, advisors, and corporates
• Collaborate with internal credit, legal, and operations teams throughout the investment lifecycle
• Monitor portfolio performance and proactively manage risk in his/her part of the loan book
• Where necessary manage work-out deals to conclusion
• Assist with preparation of monthly risk reports
• Assisting investors regarding their requirements, if required
• Attending periodic feedback to investors in respect of fund portfolios

Requirements:

• CA (SA) or LLB plus post-graduate financial qualification or similar
• Five or more years’ banking experience and/or for a credit-focused asset manager working as a dealmaker
• 5+ years of experience in private credit, leveraged finance or property finance, either at a bank or at a credit-focused asset manager
• Demonstrated track record of leading successful private credit transactions
• Strong origination capabilities and an established industry network
• Excellent financial modelling, structuring, and negotiation skills
• Commercial mindset with strong judgment and risk awareness
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and as part of a lean, high-performing team

Personality/culture fit:

• Self starter
• Efficient & effective
• Results orientated, driven & hard working
• Keen eye for detail