Researcher

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate skills in multiple areas. You will need to possess strong team-working skills and you will need to demonstrate versatility and adaptability in a dynamic workplace. In addition, you will also need to be accustomed to meeting deadlines and fast turnaround times.

Key attributes/competencies:

• A commitment to high-quality analysis and output
• Strong interpersonal skills
• High computer literacy in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Agility in moving between team and individual working
• Problem solving and technical/analytical thinking
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Determined with a creative approach to problem solving
• Ability to cope with conflicting demands and to prioritise tasks
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Energetic and goal orientated
• Work well under pressure and adhere to deadlines
• Ability to communicate in a clear and articulate manner
• Ability to have conversations with senior people
• Self-starter with the ability to work on numerous projects at the same time
• Own car and drivers licence

Responsibilities:

• Preparation and presentation of research strategy for client
• Research and successful identification of potential acquirers
• Prospect Engagement (via telephonic and/or email) to present opportunity.
• Integration and alignment with deal team underpinned by values, growth and integrity
• Preparation of prospect overviews for meetings
• Ad hoc project related initiatives

Profile:

• Bcom or Bus Science (Finance or Economics)
• 2 – 4 years Corporate Banking and/or Private Banking experience