Transactor: Corporate Finance

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Job Description To participate in and support Corporate Finance deal origination, structuring, execution and ongoing client engagement activities within allocated sectors and products.

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To participate in and support Corporate Finance deal origination, structuring, execution and ongoing client engagement activities within allocated sectors and products. The role is focused on building core technical capability, execution discipline, sector knowledge and professional client interaction skills, while contributing to live transactions and proactive initiatives under the guidance of mid-tier and senior transactors.

Assist senior and mid-tier transactors in preparing for client engagements, pitches, proactives and transaction meetings.
Conduct sector, company and market research to support origination planning and client opportunities.
Support the preparation of pitch materials, credentials, briefing notes and financial analysis for prospective and existing clients.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of client requirements, objectives and transaction context through diligent preparation.

Support transaction execution across a range of corporate finance products, including M&A, ECM, BEE, Corporate Solutions, Regulatory Advisory and Private Capital.
Take ownership of allocated execution workstreams under supervision, including financial modelling inputs, valuation support, data analysis and presentation drafting.
Assist with the management of data rooms, due diligence processes, information requests and stakeholder coordination.
Contribute to the preparation and review of transaction documentation including teasers, information memoranda, term sheets, circulars and internal approval memoranda.
Proactively and clearly communicate with RMB colleagues and clients to ensure alignment on expectations for content and timing of deliverables

Develop a working understanding of assigned sectors, including key industry dynamics, performance drivers, competitors and recent transactions.
Build foundational knowledge across RMB Corporate Finance product offerings and their application to client solutions.
Stay informed on macroeconomic, regulatory and market developments relevant to assigned sectors and products.

Work closely with sector teams, product specialists, legal, risk, compliance and finance to support transaction execution.
Adhere strictly to internal governance, regulatory frameworks, watchlist restrictions, confidentiality protocols and mandatory training requirements.
Support ongoing transaction monitoring, including covenant tracking, reporting requirements and post-implementation processes.

Demonstrate high standards of professionalism, responsiveness and accountability in all interactions.
Leverage Microsoft and internal RMB systems effectively to deliver high-quality outputs efficiently.
Consistently demonstrate behaviours aligned with the FirstRand Promises (the Group’s philosophy: https://www.firstrand.co.za/the-group/firstrand-philosophy/).
Actively seek feedback, coaching and learning opportunities to support continuous development.

Hold a relevant qualification and at least 2-3 years of Corporate Finance experience
Strong work ethic with a self-starter attitude and a keenness to take ownership of the role’s opportunities and personal development
Resilience and an openness to receiving and sharing feedback,.

Opportunities to network and collaborate
Challenging Working
Opportunities to innovate

Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to
Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it

10/11/26

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.