Investec – Where Out of the Ordinary Happens

At Investec, we do things differently. We're a leading international bank and wealth manager built on a culture of curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit and human connection. Ideas are heard, ambition is celebrated, and impact is encouraged. As part of a team that challenges convention and strives for outperformance, you'll help shape bold solutions for clients who expect something more than the ordinary.

Portfolio Manager – Senior Debt

Investec – Where Out of the Ordinary Happens

At Investec, we do things differently. We're a leading international bank and wealth manager built on a culture of curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit and human connection. Ideas are heard, ambition is celebrated, and impact is encouraged. As part of a team that challenges convention and strives for outperformance, you'll help shape innovative investment solutions for clients who expect something more than the ordinary.

About the team:

Investec Alternatives is building its off-balance sheet funds and funding capability as a strategic growth priority. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing business focused on developing capital-efficient investment solutions that meet evolving client needs while leveraging Investec's specialist expertise, deep client relationships and distinctive deal flow.

As a Portfolio Manager, you will play a key role in the management and growth of private credit investment strategies, overseeing capital deployment across a diverse portfolio of private credit investments. You will work closely with origination, private credit management and investor relations teams to ensure strong portfolio performance, disciplined risk management and exceptional stakeholder engagement.

What will I be doing? 

• Manage a discrete portfolio of private credit investments, ensuring performance is aligned to investment objectives and risk-adjusted return targets.
• Identify and assess new investment opportunities that support portfolio construction and long-term strategic objectives.
• Prepare and present investment opportunities to Investment Committees and Valuation Committees.
• Lead portfolio monitoring activities and oversee ongoing portfolio performance and optimisation.
• Produce and present portfolio updates to investors, advisory committees and other key stakeholders.
• Conduct market analysis to identify emerging trends, opportunities and risks within the private credit landscape.
• Work alongside origination teams to undertake detailed credit analysis on prospective investments.
• Collaborate with the Private Credit Management team to monitor existing investments and recommend portfolio actions where appropriate.
• Manage and mitigate portfolio risks, ensuring compliance with investment mandates, regulatory requirements and investor guidelines.
• Prepare performance commentary, quarterly updates and annual investor reporting materials.
• Support the development of new investment strategies and contribute to the continued growth of assets under management.
• Lead communications relating to portfolio restructurings, impairments, defaults and other material events.

What do I need to bring? 

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in private credit, credit investing, lending, portfolio management or a related investment environment.
• Relevant tertiary qualification.
• Strong experience in portfolio construction, portfolio optimisation and investment management.
• Exceptional credit analysis skills with the ability to evaluate complex investment opportunities.
• Advanced financial modelling and valuation capabilities.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Strong understanding of private credit markets and portfolio risk management.
• Knowledge of ESG and sustainability-related regulatory considerations within investment management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely to senior management, investors and committees.

I am good at: 

• Making sound investment decisions through rigorous analysis and commercial judgement.
• Building strong relationships with investors, colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Presenting confidently in front of senior committees and investment professionals.
• Managing competing priorities in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Working independently while contributing positively within a collaborative team.
• Solving complex problems and making informed decisions under pressure.
• Maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrating integrity, professionalism and accountability in everything I do.
• Taking ownership, showing initiative and driving outcomes.
• Negotiating effectively and influencing stakeholders across multiple levels.

As part of our collaborative & agile culture, our working week is 4 days in the office and one day remote. We believe that being together enables us to live our values and support our clients and communities in an extraordinary way.

Investec offers a range of wellbeing benefits to make our people feel healthier, balanced and more fulfilled in their lives inside and outside of work. You can find a list of our benefits here

Embedded in our culture is a sense of belonging and inclusion. At Investec we want everyone to find it easy to be themselves, and to feel they belong. It's a responsibility we all share and is integral to our purpose and values as an organisation. We believe that innovation thrives when everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to contribute.

We actively seek out diverse talent and foster an inclusive environment, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Here, you'll find networks, benefits, and development opportunities designed to support your career journey, wherever it may lead.

If this role excites you but you don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Your unique perspective and experience could be exactly what we are looking for.  Get in touch!

At Investec, we're deeply invested in our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. It's more than a mindset; it's how we show up every day.

Be part of something Out of the Ordinary.

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