Principal Investment Associate - Project Finance
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Spearhead the full lifecycle of project finance deals – from sharp appraisals and tough negotiations to rigorous due diligence and sealing the close on corporate or structured finance transactions.
Forge new business strategies that spark a steady pipeline of bankable development impact projects, driving deal flow in key South African sectors and geographies
Secure blockbuster infrastructure investment deals, navigating complex financial regs and political landscapes with senior stakeholders like a pro
Lead high-powered project teams packed with top experts, ensuring every deal hits the mark
Leverage your killer networks with clients, private investors, and banks to sniff out and source prime projects
Spot client pain points and craft innovative financial structures that turn challenges into wins
Apply razor-sharp credit analysis, financial modelling, and market insights to infrastructure and finance landscapes
WHAT YOU BRING
Postgraduate quals like an MBA, CA, CFA, Engineering, or Economics degree – the works
10+ years smashing it in project finance, corporate finance, or structured finance at a financial institution
Battle-tested in South Africa's infrastructure scene, with a track record of landing deals amid regulatory mazes and political heat
Strong analytical chops, including top-tier financial modelling and credit skills
Proven leadership of teams tackling big-stakeholder projects
Deep networks across clients, global investors, and banks
Real-world know-how of infrastructure markets, financial ecosystems, and creative deal structuring
Ready to crank up the deal machine and build South Africa's infrastructure legacy?