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Senior Financial Manager

Job Description

Role Purpose:

The Senior Financial Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial management and reporting functions of the business by ensuring accurate financial records, effective financial controls, and compliance with regulatory and governance standards. The role supports strategic decision-making through financial analysis, budgeting, and performance monitoring while ensuring the integrity of financial information. The Financial Manager works closely with senior management and operational teams to support financial planning, optimise financial performance, and maintain strong financial governance within Merchant West.

Main Accountabilities:

  1. Credit Risk Assessment and Analysis
  • Conduct detailed credit assessments of new and existing clients in line with Merchant West credit policies.
  • Analyse financial statements, cash flows, and risk indicators to determine creditworthiness.
  • Identify potential risks and recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures.
  1. Financial Reporting and Management Accounts
  • Prepare and review accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports in line with reporting deadlines.
  • Ensure financial reports provide clear insights into business performance and financial position.
  • Maintain accuracy and integrity of financial data used for internal and external reporting.
  1. Budgeting and Financial Planning
  • Develop and manage annual budgets aligned with strategic business objectives.
  • Monitor budget performance and analyse variances against actual results.
  • Provide financial forecasts to support planning and business decision-making.
  1. Financial Controls and Compliance
  • Ensure strong financial controls are implemented and maintained across finance processes.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • Support internal and external audit processes and address audit findings where required.
  1. Cash Flow and Treasury Management
  • Monitor and manage the organisation’s cash flow and liquidity position.
  • Ensure timely management of payments, collections, and treasury activities.
  • Provide regular cash flow forecasts to support financial planning. 
  1. Financial Analysis and Business Performance
  • Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic and operational decisions.
  • Monitor financial performance indicators and identify areas for improvement.
  • Support business units with financial analysis and performance reporting.
  1. Finance Team Leadership and Operational Oversight
  • Provide leadership and guidance to the finance team to ensure effective performance.
  • Ensure timely completion of financial processes and operational finance tasks.
  • Promote strong financial governance and accountability within the finance function

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
  • Professional qualification such as CA(SA), CIMA, or ACCA is required or strongly preferred.
  • Postgraduate qualification in Finance, Business, or Management would be advantageous.

Experience:

  • 3 – 5 years of Post Article Experience.
  • Managing and overseeing financial reporting, management accounts, and financial statements.
  • Leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
  • Overseeing financial controls, compliance, and audit processes.
  • Managing cash flow, treasury functions, and financial performance analysis.
  • Leading finance teams and driving financial strategy and operational efficiency.

Skills:

  • Financial management and reporting
  • Budgeting and financial planning
  • Financial analysis and business performance monitoring
  • Cash flow and treasury management
  • Financial controls and regulatory compliance
  • Management accounting and variance analysis
  • Financial systems and reporting tools utilisation
  • Team leadership and finance operations management

Competencies:

  • Commercial judgement and financial acumen
  • Analytical thinking and problem solving
  • Decision making and sound financial judgement
  • Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
  • Leadership and team development
  • Accountability and ownership
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Integrity and governance discipline

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ARISE Programme

Job Description

Role Purpose:

We’re looking for 10 ambitious individuals who are ready to take the first step in their careers by joining our ARISE Programme — an exciting full-time, permanent opportunity across Cape Town and Johannesburg designed to accelerate your career at Merchant West!

This rotational journey will give you hands-on experience across our Lending businesses, equipping you with essential skills in credit analysis, operations, legal, compliance and ultimately sales. You’ll gain invaluable insights, setting the stage for you to become a top-tier Portfolio Manager within one of our dynamic lending solutions.

By the end of the programme, you’ll step into a full-time Portfolio Manager role, specialising in the product area that fuels your passion and aligns with your strengths. If you’re ready to kickstart a rewarding career with us, this is your opportunity!

Main Accountabilities:

  • Play a crucial role in expanding our business, enhancing profitability, and building robust client relationships through proactive new business development, meticulous financial analysis, and strategic cross-selling
  • Identify and pursue fresh business prospects within your chosen product area
  • Develop and sustain a dynamic pipeline of potential clients and deals, ensuring a steady flow of opportunities
  • Analyse market dynamics to seize emerging opportunities and stay ahead of the curve
  • Conduct in-depth assessments of client needs and propose customised financial solutions that align with their goals
  • Work closely with internal teams to craft deals that meet both client needs and company objectives
  • Engage in negotiations to secure terms and conditions that are advantageous for both clients and Merchant West
  • Assess the financial feasibility of proposed deals and their potential impact on overall profitability
  • Oversee the smooth and timely execution of new business transactions from start to finish
  • Cultivate strong connections with existing clients to uncover additional business needs and promote complementary products and services from the Merchant West Group
  • Focus on delivering high-quality leads to other business units within the Merchant West Group, prioritising quality over quantity

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, with a preference for Accounting, Economics, or Finance

Experience:
• No prior work experience required – we’re looking for motivated individuals eager to learn and grow within a dynamic environment
• Clear criminal and credit record

Skills:
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for selling financial products and engaging in client-facing roles
• A strong interest in financial services and a drive to develop a career in sales within this sector
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Strong analytical skills to understand and interpret financial data and market trends
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new processes and financial products
• Collaborative mindset with a readiness to work closely with internal teams and stakeholders
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks and responsibilities
• Demonstrated willingness and eagerness to continuously learn and grow in a fast-paced environment

Competencies:
• Stakeholder management
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Collaboration
• Attention to detail

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Portfolio Manager – Agriculture

Job Description

Role Purpose:

The Portfolio Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing a portfolio of client facilities by ensuring strong portfolio performance, effective risk management, and high levels of client service. The role involves monitoring client exposures, maintaining ongoing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with Merchant West credit policies and governance frameworks. The Portfolio Manager also provides guidance on complex transactions, supports deal structuring where required, and works closely with internal stakeholders to ensure the long-term sustainability and quality of the portfolio.

Responsibilities:

  1. Portfolio Management and Performance
  • Manage and oversee a portfolio of client facilities to ensure strong financial performance.
  • Monitor client exposures, repayment performance, and asset quality within the portfolio.
  • Ensure the portfolio performs in line with Merchant West profitability and risk targets.
  1. Client Relationship Management
  • Maintain strong relationships with existing clients to ensure ongoing service excellence.
  • Engage with clients to understand business needs and identify additional opportunities.
  • Address client queries and manage relationship issues in a timely and professional manner.
  1. Portfolio Risk Monitoring
  • Monitor financial performance of clients and identify potential credit risks.
  • Ensure compliance with approved credit terms, covenants, and facility conditions.
  • Escalate potential risk concerns and recommend appropriate corrective action.
  1. Deal Structuring and Transaction Support
  • Support business units with the structuring of new or amended transactions within the portfolio.
  • Review financial information to assess the impact of restructuring or additional funding requests.
  • Provide input on risk mitigation strategies where required.
  1. Reporting and Portfolio Administration
  • Prepare portfolio performance reports and updates for management.
  • Maintain accurate client records and portfolio documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with internal reporting and monitoring requirements.
  1. Credit Governance and Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to Merchant West credit policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
  • Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for portfolio decisions and actions.
  • Support internal audit and compliance requirements related to portfolio management.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field of Agriculture, with a postgraduate qualification or professional certification in finance, credit, or risk management being advantageous.


Experience:

  • 5 – 10 years’ experience in portfolio management, credit, or asset finance relating to agriculture
  • 2 – 5 years’ experience in an agriculture finance sales position with a recognised agriculture finance provider (preferred)

Skills:

  • Ability to understand farming operations and analyse farming cashflows for reasonability and historical financial statements
  • Portfolio management and performance monitoring
  • Financial statement analysis and credit risk evaluation
  • Deal structuring and transaction assessment
  • Client relationship and stakeholder management
  • Portfolio reporting and financial analysis
  • Credit policy interpretation and application
  • Financial modelling and cash flow analysis
  • Portfolio systems and financial software utilisation

Competencies:

  • Commercial judgement and financial acumen
  • Analytical thinking and problem solving
  • Decision making and sound risk judgement
  • Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
  • Negotiation and influencing capability
  • Accountability and ownership
  • Results orientation and performance focus
  • Integrity and governance discipline

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Portfolio Manager

Job Description

Role Purpose:

The Portfolio Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining a portfolio of client facilities by ensuring strong portfolio performance, effective risk management, and high levels of client service. The role involves monitoring client exposures, maintaining ongoing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with Merchant West credit policies and governance frameworks. The Portfolio Manager works closely with business units to support deal execution, manage risk, and identify opportunities for portfolio growth and optimisation.

Main Accountabilities:

  1. Portfolio Management and Performance
  • Manage and monitor a portfolio of client facilities to ensure strong financial performance and asset quality.
  • Track client exposures, repayment behaviour, and overall portfolio health.
  • Ensure portfolio performance aligns with Merchant West risk and profitability targets.
  1. Client Relationship Management
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure ongoing service delivery and satisfaction.
  • Engage with clients to understand business needs and identify additional opportunities.
  • Resolve client queries and manage relationship issues in a timely manner.
  1. Portfolio Risk Monitoring
  • Monitor client financial performance and identify potential credit risks.
  • Ensure compliance with approved credit terms, covenants, and facility conditions.
  • Escalate risk concerns and recommend corrective actions where required.
  1. Deal Support and Portfolio Growth
  • Support business units with deal structuring and execution within the portfolio.
  • Assess financial impact of restructuring or additional funding requests.
  • Identify opportunities to grow and optimise the portfolio.
  1. Reporting and Portfolio Administration
  • Prepare and maintain accurate portfolio reports and documentation.
  • Ensure all client records and portfolio data are up to date and compliant.
  • Provide regular updates on portfolio performance to management.
  1. Credit Governance and Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to credit policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
  • Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for portfolio activities.
  • Support audit and compliance processes related to portfolio management.


Qualifications:

  • BCom degree with Finance and/or Mathematics, Accounting as a subject(s)


Experience:

  • 4+ years’ experience in a client facing role with a financial background/ solution selling
  • Relationships and client/ dealer base within the sector


Skills:

  • Portfolio management and performance monitoring
  • Financial statement analysis and credit risk evaluation
  • Deal structuring and transaction assessment
  • Client relationship and stakeholder management
  • Portfolio reporting and financial analysis
  • Credit policy interpretation and application
  • Financial modelling and cash flow analysis
  • Portfolio systems and financial software utilisation


Competencies:

  • Commercial judgement and financial acumen
  • Analytical thinking and problem solving
  • Decision making and sound risk judgement
  • Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
  • Negotiation and influencing capability
  • Accountability and ownership
  • Results orientation and performance focus
  • Integrity and governance discipline

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Portfolio Manager: Office Automation

Job Description

Role Purpose:

The Portfolio Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining a portfolio of client facilities by ensuring strong portfolio performance, effective risk management, and high levels of client service. The role involves monitoring client exposures, maintaining ongoing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with Merchant West credit policies and governance frameworks. The Portfolio Manager works closely with business units to support deal execution, manage risk, and identify opportunities for portfolio growth and optimisation.

Main Accountabilities:

  1. Portfolio Management and Performance
  • Manage and oversee a portfolio of client facilities to ensure strong financial performance.
  • Monitor client exposures, repayment performance, and asset quality within the portfolio.
  • Ensure the portfolio performs in line with Merchant West profitability and risk targets.
  1. Client Relationship Management
  • Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers to ensure ongoing service excellence.
  • Engage with clients to understand business needs and identify additional opportunities.
  • Address client queries and manage relationship issues in a timely and professional manner.
  1. Portfolio Risk Monitoring
  • Monitor financial performance of suppliers and identify potential credit risks.
  • Ensure compliance with approved credit terms, covenants, and facility conditions.
  • Escalate potential risk concerns and recommend appropriate corrective action.
  1. Deal Structuring and Transaction Support
  • Support business units with the structuring of new or amended transactions within the portfolio.
  • Review financial information to assess the impact of restructuring or additional funding requests.
  • Provide input on risk mitigation strategies where required.
  1. Reporting and Portfolio Administration
  • Prepare portfolio performance reports and updates for management.
  • Maintain accurate client records and portfolio documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with internal reporting and monitoring requirements.
  1. Credit Governance and Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to Merchant West credit policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
  • Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for portfolio decisions and actions.
  • Support internal audit and compliance requirements related to portfolio management.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field, with a postgraduate qualification or professional certification in finance, credit, or risk management being advantageous


Experience:

  • 4+ years’ experience in a sales position with a financial background/ solution selling
  • Relationships and client/ dealer base within the sector


Skills:

  • Portfolio management and performance monitoring
  • Financial statement analysis and credit risk evaluation
  • Deal structuring and transaction assessment
  • Client relationship and stakeholder management
  • Portfolio reporting and financial analysis
  • Credit policy interpretation and application
  • Financial modelling and cash flow analysis
  • Portfolio systems and financial software utilisation


Competencies:

  • Commercial judgement and financial acumen
  • Analytical thinking and problem solving
  • Decision making and sound risk judgement
  • Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
  • Negotiation and influencing capability
  • Accountability and ownership
  • Results orientation and performance focus
  • Integrity and governance discipline

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Receptionist / Office Administrator

Job Description

Role Purpose:

The Receptionist / Office Administrator is responsible for managing front-of-house operations and providing administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of the office. The role serves as the first point of contact for clients, visitors, and stakeholders, ensuring a professional and welcoming experience aligned with Merchant West’s standards. The position involves handling incoming calls, managing correspondence, coordinating office activities, and supporting internal teams with administrative tasks. The Receptionist / Office Administrator plays a key role in maintaining an organised, efficient, and professional office environment while supporting business operations and service delivery.

Main Accountabilities:

  1. Front-of-House Management and Client Interaction
  • Manage reception area and ensure a professional and welcoming environment.
  • Handle incoming calls, emails, and visitor interactions efficiently and professionally.
  • Ensure a positive first impression aligned with Merchant West standards.
  1. Administrative Support and Office Coordination
  • Provide administrative support to teams across the business.
  • Assist with scheduling, meeting coordination, and general office tasks.
  • Ensure smooth day-to-day office operations.
  1. Communication and Correspondence Management
  • Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails and courier deliveries.
  • Direct queries to the appropriate departments or individuals.
  • Ensure timely and accurate communication across the organisation.
  1. Document and Record Management
  • Maintain accurate filing systems and office documentation.
  • Ensure documents are organised, accessible, and up to date.
  • Support record-keeping and administrative processes.
  1. Office Operations and Supplies Management
  • Monitor and manage office supplies and equipment.
  • Coordinate with suppliers for office-related services and maintenance.
  • Ensure the office environment is well-maintained and operational.
  1. Stakeholder Support and Coordination
  • Assist internal and external stakeholders with queries and requests.
  • Coordinate visitor access and meeting arrangements.
  • Provide support to ensure effective interaction with clients and partners.
  1. Compliance and Administrative Governance
  • Ensure adherence to internal administrative procedures and policies.
  • Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
  • Support compliance and governance requirements related to office administration.

Qualifications:

  • Matric (Grade 12).
  • Diploma or relevant tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Office Administration, or a related field would be advantageous.

Experience:

  • 2–4 years in reception, office administration, or administrative support within a professional or corporate environment.
  • Managing front-of-house operations and handling client interactions.
  • Providing administrative support and coordinating office activities.
  • Managing correspondence, calls, and general office communication.
  • Maintaining records, filing systems, and office documentation.

Skills

  • Front-of-house and client interaction management
  • Office administration and coordination
  • Communication and correspondence management
  • Scheduling and meeting coordination
  • Document and record management
  • Microsoft Office and office systems utilisation
  • Supplier coordination and office support services
  • Administrative organisation and task management

Competencies:

  • Professionalism and client service orientation
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Organisational discipline and prioritisation
  • Accountability and ownership
  • Team collaboration
  • Responsiveness and adaptability
  • Integrity and confidentiality

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Operations Analyst

Job Description

About The Role:

The Operations Analyst plays a pivotal role in supporting the group’s strategic, operational, and governance ambitions by providing analytical depth, cross‑functional coordination, and structured operational insight. The role contributes to the execution of the group’s growth strategy through involvement in acquisitions, financial analysis, automation initiatives, and the strengthening of governance frameworks across all business pillars.

Working closely with the COO and senior leadership, the role ensures that critical operational, financial, and project‑driven activities are delivered with precision, accuracy, and commercial awareness. With a blend of technical capability and enterprise‑wide exposure, the Operations Analyst enables informed decision‑making, enhances operational efficiency, and supports the development of robust systems, policies, and strategic processes that underpin sustainable business performance.


Main Accountabilities:

Strategic Involvement

  • Support the identification and evaluation of potential acquisitions.
  • Participate in due diligence and contribute to the integration of acquired businesses into the group.

Financial Review & Credit Analysis

  • Assist in reviewing credit models, processes, and risk frameworks.
  • Perform independent reviews of financial information including management accounts, variance analysis, AFS, Budgets and Tax computations

Operations, Projects & Automation

  • Assist the COO in driving operational excellence, automation, and system integration.
  • Support the implementation and management of strategic projects across all pillars including lending (finance), advisory (Invest), insurance (Insure), international and the group as a whole.

Governance & Policy

  • Design, document, and maintain group policies, controls, and procedures.
  • Review and provide feedback on business unit policies to ensure alignment with group standards.

Committee Participation

  • Participate in the MW Panel with a growth path into the MWCC (Merchant West Credit Committee).
  • Initially focus on Consumer and SME segments, progressing into Corporate.

Qualifications:

  • CA (SA)
  • ITC and Credit Clear

Experience:

  • 2 – 3 years post article experience
  • Experience within a high-performance environment (advantageous)
  • Strong exposure to financial analysis, reporting and interpretation
  • Experience with or exposure to Mergers & Acquisitions transactions (advantageous)
  • Involvement in or understanding of credit risk processes and financial modelling (advantageous)
  • Demonstrated ability to contribute to system and process automation or digital transformation projects
  • Prior participation in policy development, internal controls, or governance-related work (advantageous)
  • Experience in managing or assisting with strategic or operational projects across multiple business units

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FX Sales Consultant

Job Description

About the role:

Merchant West Treasury Solutions is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Consultant to join their expanding team in Sandton. This exciting opportunity will allow you to play a key role in the company’s growth by acquiring new clients and managing strategic relationships.

The successful candidate will lead business development initiatives, focusing on client acquisition, relationship management, and market strategy. While this is an individual contributor role, collaboration with internal teams to share knowledge and best practices will be essential. You’ll actively contribute to business growth by prospecting and executing strategies to secure corporate and direct clients. Joining a thriving company, you’ll be part of an organization that values professional development and a strong company culture. Your success will be defined by achieving sales targets, retaining clients, and positioning the company effectively in the market.


Main Accountabilities
:

 Client Acquisition & Relationship Management

  • Develop and maintain relationships with direct clients and key introducers, ensuring engagement and retention

Sales & Business Development

  • Actively prospect, canvass, and implement strategies to acquire new business, including corporate clients, direct clients, and key introducers, and achieve sales targets

Market & Competitor Analysis

  • Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and adjust strategies accordingly

Onboarding & Compliance

  • Ensure adherence to MWTS processes and regulatory requirements while maintaining accurate client records

Training & Knowledge Sharing

  • Participate in training sessions, share best practices, and support collaboration across divisions

Stakeholder Engagement 

  • Represent the company at industry events, strengthen key relationships, and identify new opportunities

Sales Reporting & Analysis 

  • Utilise CRM tools to track performance, report progress, and refine strategies


Requirements
:

  • Proven track record in sales, preferably in financial services, treasury, or related fields
  • Experience working with both direct clients and key introducers
  • Relevant financial or business qualification preferred
  • Strong Sales and Negotiation Skills
  • Excellent relationship management and client service skills
  • Ability to work independently and proactively generate new business
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Knowledge of treasury solutions and financial markets preferred

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Fixed Income Analyst

Job Description

About the role:

Merchant West Investments is a multi-strategy asset management business that places the highest priority on the stewardship of clients’ assets. We carefully select the areas of investment that provide a competitive advantage, delivering excellent outcomes for our clients across a variety of investment strategies.

The Fixed Income Analyst plays a key role in supporting Merchant West investment strategy through rigorous economic research, portfolio analysis, and credit evaluation. The role requires staying up to date with both local and global economic developments that influence fixed income markets and using this insight to guide investment decisions.

Main Accountabilities:

Economic Research & Market Monitoring

  • Continuously monitor and interpret local and global macroeconomic indicators, including interest rates, inflation trends, GDP growth, employment data, fiscal policy developments, and central bank communications.
  • Evaluate how evolving macroeconomic conditions may impact fixed income markets, asset valuations, and portfolio strategy.

 Portfolio Analysis & Investment Recommendations

  • Maintain and update fixed income portfolio models, dashboards, trackers, and valuation spreadsheets to ensure real‑time accuracy and decision‑readiness.
  • Analyse the structure, duration, yield, convexity, and risk characteristics of the fixed income portfolios and assess alignment with strategic investment objectives.

Credit Analysis & Issuer Monitoring

  • Assess the creditworthiness, using both quantitative financial metrics and qualitative risk factors.
  • Review and interpret financial statements, cash‑flow forecasts, liquidity positions, debt structures, and credit ratios.
  • Develop internal credit opinions and contribute to credit committee discussions, ensuring decisions are grounded in strong analytical judgement.

Reporting, Insights & Communication

  • Compile periodic reports on macroeconomic developments, credit trends, yield curve movements, and portfolio performance.
  • Participate in team discussions, lending analytical perspectives that help shape broader investment strategy.

Compliance, Governance & Risk Management

  • Ensure all analysis, recommendations, and portfolio updates comply with internal risk frameworks, mandate guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
  • Identify and escalate potential breaches, emerging risks, and unusual market conditions that may impact portfolios.

 Team Collaboration & Cultural Contribution

  • Collaborate closely with portfolio managers, fellow analysts, and cross‑functional investment teams to ensure alignment on strategy and research outputs.
  • Share knowledge, insights, and research tools to build collective team capability and foster a collaborative environment.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in financial economics, or similar discipline (Master’s degree strongly preferable).
  • Exceptional academic track record (distinction or equivalent grade a minimum necessity for consideration).


Experience
:

  • 5+ years’ work experience

Skills:

  • Strong ability to analyse fixed income instruments, including government and corporate bonds
  • Proficient in conducting detailed credit analysis to assess issuer risk and creditworthiness
  • Skilled in writing investment optimisations and developing data‑driven recommendations
  • Solid understanding of yield curves, duration, convexity, and fixed income valuation methodologies

Competencies:

  • Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to distil complex economic and market data into clear investment insights.
  • Ability to form well‑reasoned and defendable views on fixed income market trends and issuer risk.
  • Commercial acumen with the ability to identify opportunities and risks within fixed income markets.
  • High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and numerical proficiency.
  • Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly to portfolio managers and senior stakeholders.

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Marketing Associate

Job Description

Role Purpose:

The Marketing Associate is responsible for supporting the execution of Merchant West’s marketing initiatives to enhance brand visibility, generate leads, and support business growth. The role involves assisting with marketing campaigns, content creation, digital marketing activities, and coordination of marketing projects across the business.  The Marketing Associate works closely with sales and business units to ensure alignment between marketing efforts and business objectives, contributing to effective client engagement and the promotion of Merchant West’s value proposition in the market.

Main Accountabilities:

  1. Marketing Campaign Execution and Support
  • Assist in the planning and execution of marketing campaigns across various channels.
  • Ensure campaigns are delivered on time and aligned with business objectives.
  • Support campaign tracking and performance measurement.
  1. Content Development and Brand Management
  • Assist in creating marketing content, including presentations, social media, and marketing materials.
  • Ensure all content aligns with Merchant West brand guidelines.
  • Support consistency in messaging across all marketing channels.
  1. Digital Marketing and Online Presence
  • Support digital marketing activities, including social media, email campaigns, and website updates.
  • Monitor digital engagement and campaign performance metrics.
  • Assist in improving online visibility and brand awareness.
  1. Lead Generation and Business Support
  • Support lead generation initiatives through marketing campaigns and activities.
  • Collaborate with sales teams to ensure alignment between marketing and business development.
  • Assist in tracking and reporting on lead generation effectiveness.
  1. Stakeholder Coordination and Marketing Support
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers on marketing initiatives.
  • Support events, campaigns, and promotional activities.
  • Ensure effective communication and coordination of marketing activities.
  1. Reporting and Marketing Analytics
  • Assist in preparing marketing reports and performance dashboards.
  • Track campaign effectiveness and provide insights for improvement.
  • Ensure accurate and timely reporting to management.
  1. Process Improvement and Marketing Efficiency
  • Identify opportunities to improve marketing processes and campaign effectiveness.
  • Support implementation of marketing tools and systems.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement within the marketing function.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
  • Relevant certification in digital marketing or marketing analytics would be advantageous.


Experience:

  • 2–4 years in marketing, digital marketing, or communications within a financial services or corporate environment.
  • Supporting marketing campaigns, content creation, and brand initiatives.
  • Working with digital platforms such as social media, email marketing, and websites.
  • Familiarity with CRM systems and email marketing platforms (Advantageous)
  • Preparing marketing reports and performance insights (Advantageous)


Skills

  • Marketing campaign coordination and execution
  • Content creation and brand alignment
  • Digital marketing and social media management
  • Lead generation and campaign support
  • Marketing analytics and reporting
  • Marketing tools and platforms utilisation
  • Stakeholder coordination and communication
  • Event and campaign support.


Competencies:

  • Creativity and innovative thinking
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Accountability and ownership
  • Organisational discipline and prioritisation
  • Adaptability and responsiveness
  • Results orientation and delivery focus.

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