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Portfolio Analyst

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💎 Seniority level: Entry, maximum 2 years

📍 Location: South Africa

🔍 Industry: Financial services

🏢 Company: Employee Referrals

⏳ Experience: Maximum 2 years

🪄 Skills: SQLBusiness IntelligenceData AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelRisk ManagementFinancial analysisData analytics

Requirements:
  • University degree in Business, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Risk Management, or equivalent.
  • University graduate or up to 2 years of Analytical/Commercial experience in financial services.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Understanding of financial metrics in relation to portfolio management.
  • Strong financial product knowledge.
  • Knowledge of the credit lifecycle.
  • Proficiency in Excel and data analytics.
  • Strong presentation and communication skills.
  • Intellectual curiosity and willingness to drive innovation.
Responsibilities:
  • Analyse portfolios to identify risks or opportunities and develop strategies for optimizing performance.
  • Monitor and suggest remedial actions on portfolios considering internal and external factors.
  • Manage microcredit assets across various geographies and product classes.
  • Build BI reports to expedite portfolio strategy development.
  • Execute the strategic vision across credit products.
  • Build code repositories and document learnings.
  • Establish relationships with peers and stakeholders.
  • Understand trade-offs in portfolio strategies and provide recommendations.
  • Ensure comprehensive communication and monitoring of portfolio performance.
  • Be responsible for growth and optimization of financial products.
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